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Tech Crunch – Texas AG accuses Meta, Character.AI of misleading kids with mental health claims
Texas AG Ken Paxton is investigating Meta and Character.AI over claims they deceptively market chatbots as mental health tools, raising concerns about child safety, data privacy, and targeted advertising. Read more: Read More
Border Report – 5 rescued out of storm drain in South-Central El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Five people were rescued out of a storm drain on Friday in South-Central El Paso, an El Paso Fire Department spokesperson said. Fire crews were called out…
KTSM News – El Paso Police: Motorcyclist seriously hurt after crash involving 2 other vehicles
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A 23-year-old man was seriously injured after a crash involving a motorcycle and two vehicles on early Sunday morning, Aug. 17, in West El Paso, according to…
Tech Crunch – Hank Green’s Focus Friend app is climbing the App Store charts — and it’s extremely cute
What makes Focus Friend different is that it assigns you a new friend: a little bean. Read more: Read More
Tech Crunch – Substack writers can now direct US readers to (often cheaper) web-based subscriptions on iOS
Substack’s iOS app rolls out support for web-based payments, which can save subscribers money. Read more: Read More
Texas Monthly – Texas Republicans’ redistricting map: How the GOP could increase its stronghold.
The proposed congressional districts are fueling a redistricting battle at the Texas Capitol and could have national consequences. A bipartisan war is already brewing across the U.S. Read: Read More
Texas Monthly – Debates over THC, abortion pills, STAAR and more resume as Democrats return for second special session
Now that the Texas House has a quorum following Democrats’ two-week absence, lawmakers are back to debate a wide range of issues, including redrawing congressional maps to benefit Republicans. Read: Read More
Yard Barker – Ohio State to start redshirt freshman at quarterback
The stage is set for Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin. Read: Read More
The Athletic MiLB News – Pirates promote top prospect Konnor Griffin to Double A as breakout season continues
The No. 9 pick in last year’s draft is on his third level this season and is currently batting .332 on the year with 59 stolen bases. Read: Read More