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Chips Ahoy! Brookie Recall Expanded: Check Your Cookies for Choking Hazard

ALERT: Chips Ahoy! expands recall of Baked Bites Brookie cookies due to choking hazard from corn starch clumps - check your pantry for affected UPC codes and dates.

Texas Doubles Down on AI and Drones in Bold New Surveillance Push

Texas expands surveillance with AI, drones, and predictive policing in new 5-year security plan, raising questions about the balance between advanced public safety and civil liberties.

Fort Worth Police Equip Patrol Cars With Bullet-Resistant Glass for Officer Safety

Fort Worth Police Department installs bullet-resistant glass in 100+ patrol vehicles, with plans to upgrade their entire fleet by 2026 after the technology has already saved officers' lives.

Texas Power Grid Rated D-: ERCOT Fails Future Energy Planning

Texas power grid receives failing D- grade for transmission planning as ERCOT struggles to meet unprecedented demand growth, raising concerns about future reliability in the isolated system.

Dallas Residents Rally Against Ending Beloved Alley Trash Pickup

93% of Dallas residents oppose city plans to switch from alley to curbside trash pickup, citing accessibility concerns and willing to pay more to maintain current service.

Melania Trump Welcomes Freed Hamas Hostage to White House: Keith Siegel’s Story

Former Hamas hostage Keith Siegel reunites with Melania Trump at White House after 484 days in captivity, advocating for the urgent release of 50 remaining hostages in Gaza.

NEH Grant Shakeup: New Leadership Sparks Controversy Over Process and Priorities

NEH faces transparency concerns amid shift to "merit-based" funding, depleted advisory council, and canceled grants under Acting Chairman McDonald's controversial leadership.

US Coast Guard Icebreakers Power Polar Rescues Amid Climate Shift

USCG's aging icebreaking fleet conducts critical polar missions, including a dramatic Antarctic cruise ship rescue, as America invests $9 billion to counter Russian and Chinese expansion.

2026 Valentines for Vets: How Texans Can Honor Veterans With Cards

Join Texas's 2026 "Valentines for Vets" campaign by sending handcrafted cards to veterans at 10 State Veterans Homes before February 10th, continuing a heartfelt tradition that honored 38,000 heroes last year.

Send Love to Texas Veterans: 2026 Valentines for Vets Campaign Guide

Join Texas' "Valentines for Vets" campaign by sending heartfelt cards to veterans in state homes by February 10, 2026, continuing a tradition that delivered nearly 38,000 messages last year.

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