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Around Texas
1. Texas lawmakers react following the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University
Conservative commentator Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday during an event at Utah Valley University.
Following the shooting, Texas lawmakers took to X to react to the incident.
2. Gov. Greg Abbott issues executive order on THC products
Gov. Greg Abbott issed an executive order Wednesday on THC, which his office says is an action to protect children from hemp-based products, while also following federal law and respecting the rights of responsible adults.
3. A look at the U.S. Senate race after Texas Rep. James Talarico’s announcement
After speculation about what’s next for state Rep. James Talarico, the Democrat has now put his name on the ballot for the U.S. Senate, and he is looking to attract broad support and denounce large political donors.
Texas state Rep. James Talarico talks with fellow lawmakers in Austin, Texas, Tuesday, May 23, 2023. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
Around The Nation
1. Three people were critically wounded in shooting at a suburban Denver high school, authorities say
2. Volunteers prep millions of meals for fellow New Yorkers on 24th anniversary of 9/11
3. Zohran Mamdani has a new goal as he runs for NYC mayor: cheaper World Cup tickets
Deep in the Heart of Texas
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North Texas mom creates safety keychain for school-aged children
A North Texas mom is turning a frightening bus mix-up into a tool she hopes will help families across Texas.
Dawna Duke says the idea came after her daughter didn’t get off the bus when she was supposed to. That panic pushed her to create a small keychain that clips onto a child’s backpack. With one quick scan of the student’s keychain, school staff can instantly see the parent’s contact information.