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Feds plan to take over Texas lawsuit against Planned Parenthood - Tyler Morning Telegraph
Feds plan to take over Texas lawsuit against Planned Parenthood The federal government plans to jump into the lawsuit outgoing Republican Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton joined against Planned Parenthood over $10 million in Medicaid payments. The U.S. Justice Department notified a federal court that it will intervene days after Democrat Nathan Johnson was elected state attorney general.
Rain Brings Needed Relief to North Texas Wildfires
Rain fell over and around the Ross Fire in North Texas on Thursday, a welcome reprieve to firefighters who have battled the flames for two weeks. The heavy rain, while brief, could dampen flames and embers and speed containment of the massive fire. Showers and thunderstorms will bring gusty winds, scattered storms and slightly cooler temperatures, according to the National Weather Service office in Fort Worth.
Two Weeks Later, Ross Fire Still Burning in North Texas
Two weeks after the Ross Fire broke out west of Fort Worth, responders are still battling one of the largest wildfires in North Texas’ recorded history. The weather isn’t helping. The Dallas-Fort Worth region’s summer weather is setting records with more than 53 days without measurable rain — the seventh-longest stretch on record, according to the National Weather Service. As of Sept.
Ross Fire Continues Burning in North Texas
Ten days since the Ross Fire broke out west of Fort Worth, responders are still battling one of the largest wildfires in North Texas’ recorded history. And while parts of the region are expected to get some rain and slightly cooler temperatures in the next few days due to Tropical Storm Edouard, it remains to be seen how the changing weather would affect the fire.
Limits on certain firearms, silencers lifted for some in Texas after judge’s order takes effect - Tyler Morning Telegraph
Nearly century-old federal restrictions on certain short-barrel firearms and silencers were lifted Thursday for some gun groups and government agencies in several states, including Texas, after the Trump administration declined to file an emergency appeal challenging a federal court order. Gun rights activists and Republican lawmakers called the change a historic win for the Second Amendment, while gun control groups said the ruling will leave Americans less safe.
Supreme Court Lets Texas’ Age App Verification Law Stand
Texas can continue enforcing a law requiring app marketplace operators like Google and Apple to verify all users’ ages after the U.S. Supreme Court declined Monday to intervene. Senate Bill 2420, which was supposed to take effect Jan. 1, establishes age verification requirements and mandates parental consent before a person under age 18 is allowed to download apps or make in-app purchases.
Corpus Christi Residents and Businesses May Have to Cut Water Use by 25%
Corpus Christi residents and businesses — including one of the nation’s largest petrochemical corridors — may be required to cut water use by 25% during a water emergency that city leaders expect to hit by September unless a devastating drought eases. The City Council voted 7-2 Tuesday to give initial approval to a water curtailment plan that would set water limits for different customers, ranging from residents and local businesses to large oil companies.
Suspected Gunman in Austin Shooting Had Potential Terrorism Links
At least three people — including the suspected gunman — are dead following a shooting early Sunday in downtown Austin, officials said. Fourteen others were injured. The suspected shooter has been identified as 53-year-old Ndiaga Diagne, Austin police said Sunday night. Diagne, who was originally from Senegal, entered the U.S. in 2000 on a tourist visa, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
Texas Legislature Forms Committees to Investigate July Deadly Floods
Top Republicans in the Texas Legislature have announced the creation of committees tasked with “getting to the bottom of” the July flooding that killed more than 130 people, including 25 young girls and two teenage counselors at Camp Mystic. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and House Speaker Dustin Burrows introduced on Monday the Senate and House General Investigating Committees on the July 2025 Flooding Events.
Boiler Ultras look to establish a homefield advantage for Purdue soccer
On most Thursday and Sunday nights, you’ll find an energetic and hardworking Purdue soccer team. You’ll also find a loyal and passionate student group: the Boiler Ultras. Entering their second year as an official student section, the Ultras are looking to continue and grow their impact on the Purdue soccer scene. The club began to form organically in 2023, starting at the Boiler Gold Rush game when Purdue took on University of Central Florida.
Purdue soccer suffers second Big Ten loss against Maryland
Despite a strong performance in the first half, Purdue soccer was unable to come away with points on the road against Maryland. Purdue (4-5-2, 1-2-0 Big Ten) lost a tightly-contested game against Maryland (6-4-0, 2-1-0) despite doubling the Terrapins’ shot total in the match. The Boilermakers started off the game strong, maintaining a rock-steady defense and creating chances on the counterattack.
Purdue soccer concedes last-minute heartbreaker in loss to No. 12 Iowa
Coming off an upset against then-No. 23 Wisconsin, the Boilermakers came in looking to defend their streak against No. 12 Iowa. But their attempt was thwarted after a last-minute goal became a heartbreaker in dramatic fashion. Purdue soccer (4-4-2, 1-1-0 Big Ten) hosted No. 12 Iowa (6-1-2, 1-0-1) for its Big Ten home opener Thursday night, falling by a score of 2-1.
Tippecanoe County Commissioners approve counseling, resource grants
The Tippecanoe County Board of Commissioners took several steps to support mothers and local youth in their meeting Monday morning. The commissioners approved continued funding for a variety of issues, including money for a grant funding education for a Lafayette area nutrition program supporting mothers and their children and one for a grant supporting juvenile justice.
9/15/25 Tippecanoe County Commissioners discuss land by Yeager Road
The Tippecanoe County Commissioners listen on as land acquisition near Yeager Road is discussed.
Purdue soccer upsets No. 23 Wisconsin in Madison
Purdue soccer (4-3-2, 1-0 Big Ten) started their conference campaign with a victory on Thursday night, defeating No. 23 Wisconsin (6-2-0, 0-1) in a gutsy defensive effort. The Badgers, who had just recently become nationally ranked in the top 25, were defeated with a final score of 2-1. The game got off to a rocky start after Wisconsin was awarded a penalty kick in the fourth minute, but that penalty was sent wide by the Badgers’ fifth-year midfielder Ashley Martinez.
Texas to Ban Minors From THC Products
THC products will remain largely legal in Texas, but will be banned for minors and further regulated under a new executive order by Gov. Greg Abbott on Wednesday. Abbott directs the Texas Department of State Health Services and the Alcoholic Beverage Commission to ban the sales of THC products to minors.
Texas Lawmakers Fail to Reach Agreement on THC Ban
The Texas House gaveled out of the second special session late Wednesday, leaving behind Senate Bill 6, which would have broadly banned consumable hemp products with any “detectable amount of any cannabinoid.” Only those with cannabidiol or cannabigerol, which are both non-psychoactive, would have stayed legal. That means most forms of consumable hemp-derived products stay legal in Texas.
Purdue soccer suffers second loss to Evansville
Boiler soccer got off to a quick start Thursday night, with senior forward Chiara Singarella tallying her third goal of the season off a free kick in the 13th minute. However, it wasn’t enough to best Evansville at Arad McCutchan Stadium. The Aces (2-1-0) fought back in the second half, with two goals in quick succession, the second goal coming from a direct free kick by Evansville’s sophomore forward Taylor Wehrer.
What is a Resistor?
2025-07-07 | By Nadir James Resistors The Colorful Code on Your Circuit Board Have you ever noticed a small component with two terminals and colorful stripes on a circuit board? That’s a resistor — a key element in managing how electricity flows through an electronic device. A resistor is a passive electronic component designed to limit or regulate the flow of electrical current in a circuit.
Measure Real-Time Current with INA219 Sensor, Visuino & Arduino
2025-05-20 | By Ron Cutts License: General Public License Displays LED / Display Drivers Voltage Arduino Download Project File Arduino UNO or any other Arduino board Breadboard OLED Display INA219 DC Current Sensor Jumper wires Power Supply Some load, like a light bulb or DC motor Visuino software: Download here Connect INA219 pin [SCL] to Arduino pin [SCL] Connect INA219 pin [SDA] to Arduino pin [SDA] Connect INA219 pin [VCC] to Arduino pin [5v] Connect INA219 pin [GND] to Arduino pin [GND]...
Tinker Kit Circuit Guide
2025-05-20 | By SparkFun Electronics License: See Original Project Audio DC Motor LEDs / Discrete / Modules Arduino Courtesy of SparkFun Guide by Joel_E_B, bboyho, El Duderino Introduction Important! This tutorial is for the SparkFun Tinker Kit (KIT-18577).
Questions remain unanswered after final SK hynix meeting, concerned residents say
An at-times heated third and final SK hynix information session was held at a packed Margerum City Hall Saturday morning before a rezoning vote set to for Monday's city council meeting. The meeting took place in a moderated question and answer format. Some West Lafayette residents expressed displeasure towards the end of the session format, interjecting that their questions weren’t being answered.
West Lafayette's first housing director aims to alleviate the pressure
It’s no secret that West Lafayette has experienced explosive growth in recent years. While the town has been home to Purdue University since 1869, the population has ballooned from around 30,000 to nearly 45,000 since 2010, according to Census Bureau data. Meet one of the people tasked with managing this growth: Chad Spitznagle. Spitznagle, a Tippecanoe county native who studied Public Administration at Ball State, is no stranger to managing growth.
Trans man pushes for visibility amid Texas bathroom bill fight
Justin Alexander doesn't fear growing old. Having stopped shaving in January, the 63-year-old Houston-area resident is rocking a full white beard. Nor does he mind the wrinkles on his forehead, the bags under his eyes. "Each line represents experience," he said.
Work based learning, a new Indiana diploma requirement, is already here in Lafayette
With the changes to Indiana’s high school diploma expected to roll out the next few years, schools and businesses in the Greater Lafayette area have begun to think about ways to incorporate work and school. The revamped high school diploma will replace the existing Core 40 diploma requirements. Students can receive one of three types of seals: Enrollment, Employment or Enlistment, the Exponent previously reported.
Federal funding for community development approved but still at risk
The Community Development Block Grant Advisory Board met Monday night to allocate federal funding to the city government as well as independent West Lafayette community organizations. CDBGs aim to “develop viable urban communities” according to the Housing and Urban Development website. But the federally subsidized program could fall to the Trump Administration’s sweeping budget cuts. “It (funding) is at risk”, Community Development Manager Ethan Fortner said.
Area Plan Commission discusses 13-story high rise, zoning exceptions
Gathering in a mostly empty room in the Tippecanoe County Office Building, the county Area Plan Commission and Area Board of Zoning Appeals met Tuesday evening. The commission discussed a wide variety of topics, from special zoning exceptions to the construction of a new apartment tower. The high rise, which will be called “The Standard,” is slated to be built next to the Chauncey Mall site, where another high rise is currently being built.
Area Plan Commission Presented Details of 13-Story High Rise
Tippecanoe County Area Plan Commissioner Executive Director Ryan O’ Gara presents details about “The Stabdard,” a to-be-constructed high rise
Residents and council members meet to discuss housing crisis and ADUs
Residents of West Lafayette attended the first community hearing about accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on Tuesday night. The meeting provided a forum for supporters and dissenters alike to voice their opinions, as well as engage in small group discussions about the topic. The meeting came after a Jan. 6 vote on ADUs was postponed.
Purdue institute receives $1.5 million grant to assist Indiana-based producers
The United States Department of Agriculture will be granting $1.5 million to Purdue’s Food Entrepreneurship and Manufacturing Institute in an attempt to stimulate local agricultural growth in Indiana, the university announced early in November. The partnership allows Indiana farming entrepreneurs access to Purdue’s Pilot Plant, a manufacturing test facility and test kitchens to develop their products in a three phase program, said FEMI Director Dharmendra Mishra.
Trump is the next president. Here’s what Boilermakers think.
At 6 a.m., the Associated Press called the presidential election for the man who held the office just four years ago. The 45th president of the United States will become the 47th and Donald Trump will once again regain the title of commander-in-chief. In West Lafayette, students across the political spectrum are processing the news differently. Daniel Kulpinski, a student in aeronautical engineering technology, wasn't too concerned with Trump's win.
West Lafayette state representatives react to diploma bill changes
After Indiana’s Department of Education released the second draft of its high school diploma proposal on October 9th, local Democratic State Representatives Chris Campbell and Sheila Klinker reacted to the latest effort to change the state’s education system. Klinker called the second draft proposal “an improvement,” but both representatives voiced concern about the vague nature of the proposal in respective press releases.
Hughes' bills on drag shows draw opposition during Texas Senate committee hearing
It’s been a long day for Robyn Valentine. Standing in a packed Capitol hallway, the Corpus Christi-based drag performer could be spotted with her pink wig, stage makeup and baby blue clown outfit that comes with a ruffle collar and tulle sleeves. The look had taken about three hours to put together. “I woke up at about 1 in the morning, just so I could get ready to be in drag,” she said. For her, being in drag has always come naturally. “I have always felt drawn to femininity,” she said.
Texas Power Grid Holding Up Amid Winter Storm
A dayslong winter storm warning in Texas is already disrupting travel plans and closing schools, but state officials say the power grid is holding up. According to the National Weather Service, tens of millions of people in Texas and mid-South states are expected to experience “an extensive and very dangerous ice storm” over the next few days due to a mixture of arctic air and a surge in moisture. Texans are likely to be among the hardest hit.
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