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Texas International Students Face Visa Bans and Detentions
New policies under the Trump administration are causing visa cancellations, detentions, and travel bans for many international students in Texas, disrupting their academic futures. This crackdown affects tens of thousands, with significant economic and research impacts on Texas universities.
If you or your community includes international students, these policies could threaten their ability to continue studies or return to campus. Families often invest heavily in tuition and living costs, so losing visas or facing detentions can mean lost time and finances. Beyond individual hardships, Texas schools face potential drops in enrollment that could reduce funding and research opportunities, impacting the state’s broader academic landscape.
Source: The American Prospect
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Markets
Oil (WTI) | 59.8500 | ▲ 0.28% |
Gas (Nat.) | 4.7250 | ▼ 0.13% |
Cotton | 0.6268 / lb | ▼ 2.06% |
Cattle | 2.1618 / lb | ▼ 0.06% |
S&P 500 | 6642.93 | ▼ 0.12% |
Dow Jones | 46138.88 | ▼ 0.03% |
Nasdaq | 22568.88 | ▼ 0.20% |
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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 | 81.3 | 57.6 |
Houston | 81.7 | 64.4 |
Austin | 85.1 | 59.0 |
San Antonio | 84.9 | 59.7 |
Alerts
Dallas: Flash Flood Warning (Nov 20, 4:38 AM–6:45 AM CST), Flood Warning (Nov 20, 4:27 AM–6:24 PM CST), and Flood Watch (Nov 20, 2:17 AM–Nov 21, 6:00 AM) issued by NWS Fort Worth.
Houston: No active Weatherbit or NWS alerts.
Austin: Flood Watch issued November 20 at 12:36 AM CST, in effect until November 21 at 6:00 AM according to NWS Austin/San Antonio.
San Antonio: Flood Watch issued November 20 at 12:36 AM CST, in effect until November 21 at 6:00 AM according to NWS Austin/San Antonio.
Politics and Economy
Texas Legal Struggle Over Ten Commandments Escalates
Texas faces a heated legal battle over whether public schools must display the Ten Commandments. The attorney general is suing districts that refuse, while a federal judge orders others to remove the displays. This dispute follows the new S.B. 10 law and echoes a pending appeals court decision.
If your local school is part of this fight, expect tensions to rise as decisions affect what’s posted in classrooms. This impacts community values, students’ experiences, and how your neighborhood schools approach religion and education. The ruling could shape public policy and even reach the Supreme Court, influencing Texas families and educators for years to come.
Source: The New York Sun
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What else is happening:
A federal panel ruled that race was the primary factor in the 2025 Texas congressional maps in a significant gerrymandering court decision affecting state politics.
The U.S. Border Patrol’s secretive monitoring of American drivers using predictive technology has raised constitutional concerns as Border Patrol monitors US drivers nationwide including Texas.
A longhorn supporter urges the University of Texas to reject Trump’s academic compact to safeguard academic freedom and maintain alumni support in an opinion letter titled UT must reject Trump’s ‘Compact’.
Tech and Business
DART Faces Decline as Dallas Suburbs Push Back
Dallas Area Rapid Transit struggles as several suburbs seek to leave the system, citing unfair funding and governance issues. The move threatens to cut over a third of DART’s revenue, potentially undermining regional transit during major events like the 2026 World Cup.
If you rely on public transit in North Texas, these changes could reshape your commute and limit access to key events. Losing major suburban support might force service cuts or higher costs, affecting how easily you get around. For those hoping for a connected region, this shift underlines deep divides on funding and priorities that could disrupt transit options for years.
Source: Dallas News
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San Antonio Paychecks Fall Far Short of Comfortable Living
New data shows single adults in San Antonio need about $93K annually to live comfortably, but median incomes cover less than half that amount. This wage gap highlights growing challenges for affordability despite the city’s reputation for low costs.
Your paycheck might not stretch as far as you think if you’re living in or moving to San Antonio. Covering basics can be tough, let alone saving for the future or owning a home. This forces many households to juggle multiple jobs or cut back, making local policy decisions on wages and benefits critical for your financial stability.
Source: Hoodline
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What else is happening:
A commentary highlights how Hawaiʻi struggles to adopt artificial intelligence, warning of economic risks that do not pertain to Texas directly.
Google announced a $40 billion investment through 2027 to build three new data centres in West Texas (Haskell & Armstrong Counties) and expand operations in Midlothian/Dallas.
Sports
Rockets Face Nuggets in NBA Cup Group Stage Matchup
The Houston Rockets host the Denver Nuggets in an NBA Cup group stage game Friday night. Both teams are strong in the Western Conference, with the Rockets at 10-3 and Nuggets at 11-3. Key players like Kevin Durant and Nikola Jokic will be center stage as Houston aims to build on recent winning momentum.
If you're a Rockets fan, this game means a chance to see the team solidify its place near the top of the conference. Watching stars like Durant and Sengun dominate could boost your excitement for the postseason. Plus, the matchup could influence your bets or fantasy basketball picks given the close stats and injury updates. It’s a great night to catch intense NBA action right here at home.
Source: Apnews
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Sports Spotlight:
Texas A&M hosts Manhattan in a notable college basketball matchup featuring Devin Dinkins scoring 22 points in the last game and both teams meeting for the first time this season.
Texas Tech, ranked No. 15, faces Wake Forest in the Bahamas, with the contest drawing attention for Texas college basketball fans and significant team rankings.
The Dallas Mavericks take on the New Orleans Pelicans in NBA Cup group stage play, marking another key matchup for Texas pro basketball with strong player storylines.
Texas Environmental Insight
The Chihuahuan Desert, which spans part of West Texas, is one of the most biologically diverse deserts in North America — home to over 1,000 plant species (many unique to the region), plus about 120 species of mammals, 300 bird species, and 170 kinds of reptiles and amphibians.