Lonestar Weekly

News From All Around The Lonestar State and Beyond

Lonestar Weekly

News From All Around The Lonestar State and Beyond

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Top Texas News: Pro-Palestine Activists Launch “Houston Arms Embargo Campaign” to Halt Military Shipments to Israel – A Trending Call for an Arms Embargo

hank thompson05 mins

HOUSTON, TX – November 3, 2025 – A significant pro-Palestine advocacy effort has officially launched in Houston, Texas, targeting the city’s vital role in the international arms trade. The “Houston Arms Embargo Campaign” was unveiled today, coinciding with the opening of the Houston International Maritime Conference, as activists demand an immediate cessation of all military…

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Trending News: Texas Pro-Palestine Activists Launch Campaign to Ban Military Shipments Through Port of Houston

hank thompson05 mins

Houston, Texas – November 3, 2025 – A new activist campaign, dubbed the “Houston Arms Embargo Campaign,” was officially launched today in Houston, Texas, marking a significant escalation in efforts to halt the flow of military hardware destined for Israel. The campaign directly targets the Port of Houston, aiming to block any and all military…

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Galveston Police Investigate Fatal Shooting in Vehicle; Suspect Sought in Homicide

Felicia Holmes05 mins

GALVESTON, Texas – Authorities in Galveston are actively pursuing leads in a significant Galveston Homicide Investigation after a man was found shot to death inside a vehicle on Saturday evening, November 1, 2025. The Galveston Police Department responded to reports of multiple gunshots near the intersection of Avenue N 1/2 and 18th Street, where they…

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Texas Organ Sharing Alliance Honors Donor Heroes with Poignant Día de los Muertos Remembrance

Felicia Holmes06 mins

SAN ANTONIO, Texas – In a deeply moving tribute that blended cultural tradition with profound gratitude, the Texas Organ Sharing Alliance (TOSA) hosted its “Ofrendas y Recuerdos” (Offerings and Memories) event on Saturday, November 1, 2025. This significant event focused on Organ Donation Texas, providing a sacred space for families to honor loved ones whose…

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Top Texas Feedyards Grapple with Border Closure Fallout Amidst Trending Screwworm Crisis: Latest News

Emily Carter06 mins

The U.S.-Mexico border’s continued closure to live cattle trade, triggered by the northward progression of the New World screwworm (NWS) in Mexico, is placing significant financial and operational strain on Texas Feedyards Screwworm management. This ongoing disruption, impacting a vital artery of the North American cattle industry, has Texas operations running well below capacity and…

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Texas Student Groups Launch Top Fundraising Efforts Amidst Trending News of Dream Act Repeal and Rising Tuition Costs

Ava Brooks06 mins

In the wake of a federal judge’s decision to overturn the Texas Dream Act, which previously guaranteed in-state tuition for undocumented students, student-led organizations across the state have rapidly mobilized, raising significant funds to support affected students. This development comes amid trending news highlighting the precarious financial future many “Dreamers” now face, with tuition costs…

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Fugitive Extradited to Texas After Years in Canada Faces 30 Sexual Assault Warrants

Lance Harper05 mins

Fugitive Extradited Texas: Accused in 30 Sexual Assaults, Juan Pablo Acosta Returns from Canada HAYS COUNTY, Texas – After years on the run in Canada, Juan Pablo Acosta, 45, has been extradited to Texas to face serious charges, authorities announced Wednesday, October 30, 2025. This significant Fugitive Extradited Texas case marks a major development in…

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Alamo Trust President Resigns Amidst Political Firestorm Over Historical Narratives; Former Texas Secretary of State Tapped as Successor

Lance Harper06 mins

SAN ANTONIO, TX – In a significant development, the **Alamo Trust President Resigns** from her post on Thursday, October 30, 2025, igniting debate across the Lone Star State. Kate Rogers’ departure follows closely after Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick publicly called for her removal, citing controversial views expressed in her 2023 doctoral dissertation. The Alamo Trust…

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Top Texas News: First Freeze Warning Declared as Powerful Cold Front Delivers Sharp Fall Chill

WildCard Charlie05 mins

A significant **Texas Cold Front**, described as the strongest of the season, is sweeping across Texas, bringing with it the state’s first official freeze warning for many areas and a dramatic plunge in temperatures that signals a decisive arrival of fall. The powerful weather system began its descent on Tuesday, October 28, rapidly lowering temperatures…

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Texas Broadband Expansion Stalled: Billions Promised, Rural Areas Still Disconnected

WildCard Charlie06 mins

Four years after ambitious promises and billions of dollars were earmarked for high-speed internet expansion in rural Texas, the state’s efforts remain significantly stalled, leaving hundreds of thousands of residents without essential digital access. The initial vision for **Texas Broadband Expansion**, fueled by federal infrastructure funding, aimed to bridge the persistent digital divide, but bureaucratic…

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