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Biblical Literacy Essential in Texas Public Schools
Texas officials clarify that public schools can include biblical texts in their curriculum to help students grasp historical and cultural references. Teaching biblical literacy equips students to understand literature, politics, and civic life without promoting religious beliefs, reinforcing constitutional protections and educational goals.
If you have kids in Texas schools, this means their education will include the Bible’s impact on history and culture, not religious indoctrination. Knowing biblical stories helps make sense of common phrases and literature you encounter daily. This approach aims to give students a well-rounded background to fully engage with our shared civic heritage and understand many cultural references they encounter everywhere from classrooms to community conversations.
Source: Austin American-Statesman
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Texas Grid & Weather Snapshot
Statewide Outage Count — today (from start of day to now): None.
City | High (°F) | Low (°F) |
|---|---|---|
Dallas | 45.5 | 32.7 |
Houston | 69.6 | 48.7 |
Austin | 60.4 | 43.3 |
San Antonio | 67.5 | 46.8 |
Alerts
Dallas: No active Weatherbit or NWS alerts.
Houston: Flood Advisories were issued on November 30 at 3:57 AM CST (until 6:30 AM) and at 3:16 AM CST (until 4:45 AM), according to NWS Houston/Galveston.
Austin: No active Weatherbit or NWS alerts.
San Antonio: No active Weatherbit or NWS alerts.
Politics and Economy
Trump's 50-Year Mortgage Proposal Misses Housing Crisis
Housing affordability worsens as mortgage payments double since 2020 amid rising rents and stagnant incomes. Trump’s social media proposal for a 50-year mortgage received criticism for increasing debt burdens. Experts say housing shortages require state and local policy solutions, urging governments to ease construction barriers rather than federal mortgage tweaks.
If you’re feeling squeezed by soaring rents or mortgage payments, this story hits home. The idea of stretching mortgages over 50 years might sound tempting, but it could leave you paying interest for decades. What really matters is how your city or state tackles the housing crunch by cutting red tape and encouraging more building. That’s where real relief begins, affecting your neighborhood and your wallet more directly than any federal plan.
Source: Dallas News
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What else is happening:
The ACLU of CT calls for a pause on license plate readers over privacy and targeting concerns, highlighting potential misuse for immigration and gender-affirming care.
Nationwide congressional map fights grow intense as courts reject plans and parties strategize for upcoming elections with new redistricting battlegrounds.
Tech and Business
American Airlines completes urgent Airbus software repairs
Following Airbus's software recalls on 6,000 A320 jets, American Airlines swiftly repaired all 209 affected planes, ensuring no further operational disruptions. This fix addresses data corruption risks caused by intense solar radiation impacting flight controls.
If you fly with American Airlines, these overnight repairs mean your upcoming flights should go smoothly without worries about the recent Airbus software glitch. The quick resolution helps maintain flight safety and reliability so you can plan your travel with confidence. It also highlights the airline’s commitment to addressing tech issues promptly, keeping delays and cancellations away from your schedule.
Source: Fox 4 News Dallas-fort Worth
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Frisco’s Fields West secures 10 new luxury retail tenants
Fields West in Frisco, a 55-acre mixed-use development, has pre-leased 70% of its retail space with 10 new tenants including Crate & Barrel and Culinary Dropout. Construction has started, with full openings expected by late 2027 and 2028.
If you're in North Texas, Fields West will soon become a go-to destination offering upscale shopping, dining, and office spaces all in one walkable area. This development means more job opportunities and convenient access to top-tier retail and restaurants, shaping your lifestyle and local economy with fresh urban experiences right near the Dallas North Tollway.
Source: Dallas Innovates
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What else is happening:
Dallas receiving Waymo service next year is a significant step towards advancing autonomous transportation technology in the Texas metro area with broad urban impact.
Patients and doctors increasingly use AI-powered bots to combat health insurers denying care, highlighting emerging technology trends in healthcare advocacy nationwide.
Sports
Flagg and Thompson Lead Mavericks Past Clippers
Cooper Flagg scored a season-high 35 points and Klay Thompson added 23, including 17 in the fourth quarter, to help the Dallas Mavericks beat the Los Angeles Clippers 114-110. The Mavericks snapped a three-game losing streak with this win, while the Clippers dropped their fourth straight game.
If you follow the Mavericks, this game shows promising young talent making a real impact. Cooper Flagg delivering his best scoring game so far in his rookie season signals the potential for an exciting future. Klay Thompson's late surge not only snapped the losing streak but also brought a spark to the team’s offense. For fans, this win can lift your spirits and give fresh energy to follow upcoming matchups closely.
Source: AP News
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Sports Spotlight:
North Texas hosts Prairie View A&M after a strong overtime win, with Je'Shawn Stevenson leading the offense in a key home game for the Mean Green at North Texas games.
Texas Tech, ranked No. 20, prepares to host Wyoming following a dominant win, aiming to maintain their undefeated home streak in a critical Texas Tech matchup.
Several Texas high schools remain in the state football playoffs, with schedules set for Central Texas regional finals, spotlighting important upcoming high school games.",
Texas Cultural Insight
Texas is home to the largest Mexican-American population in the United States, and because of this, the state is credited as the birthplace of Tex-Mex cuisine — a unique blend of Mexican culinary traditions and local Texas ingredients dating back to the 1800s. Dishes like chili con carne, fajitas, and crispy tacos originated in Texas, not Mexico.