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1 week ago | 
yahoo.com | Alex Driggars |Marley Malenfant
There has been debate for years among Texans and state legislators about whether the Lone Star State should adopt daylight saving time permanently. House Bill 1393, also known as "Texas Time," could bring an end to that discussion. Will Texans have more sunlight year-round? Here's what to know about the bill. Why do we have daylight saving time?
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1 week ago | 
statesman.com | Marley Malenfant
Cucumbers top FDA recall list for May 2025 due to salmonella risk. See full list Marley MalenfantAustin American-StatesmanMore than 10 food items were recalled for salmonella on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's recalls, market withdrawals and safety alerts list for May. The majority of recalled foods are cucumber brands that have reported cases of the bacteria. According to a statement from the FDA, cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers, Inc. and supplied by Fresh Start Produce Sales, Inc.
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1 week ago | 
statesman.com | Marley Malenfant
President Donald Trump's tax bill renews the expiring tax cuts enacted in 2017 and allocates additional funding to bolster the military and implement his mass deportation initiatives. It also delivers on two of his campaign pledges of removing taxes on tips and overtime earnings. According to reports, the vote came after a 21-hour House Rules Committee hearing during which Republicans and Democrats debated the legislation.
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1 week ago | 
yahoo.com | Marley Malenfant
Search queryWhen will Universal Studios open in Texas? What we know about the new kids resortMarley Malenfant, Austin American-StatesmanWed, May 28, 2025 at 11:01 AM UTCUniversal Studios is coming to Texas and they're bringing some beloved characters with them. Some of the most popular characters and themes include "Jurassic World," "Shrek," "SpongeBob SquarePants," "Trolls," and others. Here is what Texans need to know about when this new theme park is coming and what it features.
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1 week ago | 
statesman.com | Marley Malenfant
The possibility of payouts from Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, also known as DOGE stimulus checks, remains uncertain as the process must receive multiple approvals before a potential dividend is sent out to Americans.President Donald Trump said he's considering a plan to pay out $5,000 stimulus checks to taxpayers in the form of a 'DOGE dividend' during a speech in February.
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1 week ago | 
yahoo.com | Marley Malenfant
It's been a rough go for Tesla since the release of their Cybertruck in 2023. The electric pickup truck has had a string of recalls, and the company has had its share of political pushback due to Tesla CEO Elon Musk's association with the current White House administration. The Cybertruck is also collecting dust at dealerships. According to Tesla-Info, Tesla currently has an unprecedented surplus of its flagship Cybertruck, with inventory levels soaring to 10,000 units, as reported by Electrek.
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1 week ago | 
yahoo.com | Marley Malenfant
Driving on toll roads throughout Texas is not only a daily occurrence, but it's part of the lifestyle. While it's difficult to pinpoint how many people in Texas use toll roads, according to data from the , more than 14 million drivers in North Texas use the tollway. In Austin, more than 180,000 cars and trucks travel on MoPac. By 2035, the Central Texas Mobility Authority estimates that this number will rise to over 220,000 vehicles daily.
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1 week ago | 
statesman.com | Marley Malenfant
Grilling some burgers and having a brew on Memorial Day is cool, but do you know the history of this holiday? While you're enjoying the day off, take some time to understand why today is a holiday. When is Memorial Day 2025? Memorial Day is observed annually on the last Monday of May. This year, it falls on May 26. What is the origin of Memorial Day? Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, began after the American Civil War as a way to honor fallen soldiers.
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2 weeks ago | 
yahoo.com | Marley Malenfant
Millions of Americans are preparing to hit the road for Memorial Day weekend. Are you prepared for one of the busiest holidays of the year? And are you looking for a way to save money at the gas pump? Here's what to know if you're traveling on the road this holiday. AAA: Record 3.7 million Texans expected to travel on Memorial Day weekendAccording to AAA, 3.7 million Texans will travel over the Memorial Day holiday period between Thursday, May 22 and Monday, May 26, a 3% increase from 2024.
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2 weeks ago | 
statesman.com | Marley Malenfant
If you're new to Texas or a native to the state, there are restaurants that have been serving Texans for a long time that you might want to consider visiting. This list, compiled with suggestions from various restaurant reviews, details some of the oldest restaurants in Texas. Some of them date back as late as 1911.
