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Texas House Moves Closer To Approving New Congressional Map

The Texas State House is scheduled to vote on a proposed new congressional election map this Wednesday.

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Media Tip Sheet: The American Academy of Pediatrics Breaks from CDC with Independent Vaccine Recommendations

The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued its own updated vaccine schedule—marking a rare break from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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Media Tip Sheet: Dangerous Currents Anticipated on East Coast Beaches

Beaches in New York City will close to swimmers today and tomorrow as Hurricane Erin brings rip currents and rough waters. High waves are expected in some areas, with breaking waves up to 15 feet...

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Media Tip Sheet: DOJ will begin sharing Epstein Files with Congress on Friday

After Rep. James Comer (R-Kentucky) issued a subpoena this month commanding the attorney general to produce documents related to the Epstein case, the Department of Justice will begin sharing...

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Media Tip Sheet: Trump Wants to Stop Mail-In Voting

In a social media post on Monday, Trump announced he would “lead a movement” to eliminate mail-in ballots and voting machines before the 2026 midterm elections.

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Media Tip Sheet: Tentative Contract Reached With Air Canada

On Saturday, August 16, roughly 10,000 Air Canada flight attendants walked off the job, launching a strike over pay and working conditions.

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Media Tip Sheet: Heatstroke Concerns Among High School Football Players

According to the National Institute of Health, exertional heat stroke is the leading cause of sudden death in high school football players.

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Sweeps of Homeless Encampments Around D.C. Begin

According to news reports, sweeps of homeless encampments are expected to occur across the District as part of a federal takeover of policing in the nation's capital.

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Media Tip Sheet: Balancing Child Safety, Privacy, and Free Speech Online

On Thursday, August 14, the Supreme Court allowed Mississippi to enforce a law requiring social media platforms to verify users’ ages and obtain parental consent for minors.

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Taylor Swift Announces New 12th Studio Album

Taylor Swift has officially announced her new album “The Life of a Showgirl” during her guest appearance on boyfriend Travis Kelce’s podcast Wednesday.