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Texas lawmakers are reigniting the debate over hemp-derived THC products, pushing for stricter regulations after recent Senate hearings and new March rules that include child-proof packaging, batch testing, and a 21+ age limit. Despite the 2018 Farm Bill legalizing hemp, products like delta-8 and THCA flower are sparking concern over rising infant THC exposure and public safety. The state’s new TH...

Texas Tech’s chancellor is under fire after two major academic unions sue him over controversial memos that restrict classroom discussions on race, gender, and sexuality—claiming they’re unconstitutional and go beyond state law. The first memo threatened discipline for noncompliance and demanded course material approval from regents, while the second ordered the phase-out of LGBTQ+ and identity-fo...

NCAA digs into potential rule-breaking after a letter of inquiry surfaces, centered on former Cincinnati staffer Sorsby, who allegedly placed a massive number of sports bets — the school insists no coaches or staff knew, and is preparing its official response as the investigation unfolds. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: adve...

Clovis police snagged Travis Finch, 35, just days after he robbed a U.S. Bank—surveillance caught him ditching his gear in an alley. He was already in custody from a separate warrant when officers pulled him over on July 7th, turning a routine call into a major bust. This wild twist shows how police work often hinges on unexpected connections and timing. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli...

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Texas lawmakers are probing surrogacy and fertility industries, zeroing in on foreign clients amid claims of exploitation and national security risks — but experts warn this could cripple vital reproductive options for infertility patients, cancer survivors, and LGBTQIA+ families, echoing global bans like Italy’s, while tying into the broader debate over birthright citizenship and immigration. Lis...

Farmers are on the front lines of climate chaos, battling relentless heat waves that disrupt planting, harvests, and crop quality. Specialty growers, especially those cultivating delicate fruits and veggies, face mounting pressure as extreme weather patterns—like early heat followed by freezes or prolonged droughts—threaten their livelihoods. Heat domes trap dangerous humidity, forcing farmers to...

A Texas man faces manslaughter charges after his Tesla crashed into a home, killing a 76-year-old resident—accidents like this spark urgent questions about autonomous driving tech, legal accountability, and the role of human oversight. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news...

Lubbock’s legal pioneers built more than law offices—they built legacies. Meet W.D. Benson, the city’s first “modern” lawyer who arrived in a covered wagon, brought the first typewriter and stenographer to town, and in 1909, erected a home that still stands as a testament to his bold, forward-thinking spirit. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. A...

After a nearly decade-long legal battle, a landmark human rights case could finally decriminalize gay sex in Trinidad and Tobago, with judges in London set to deliver a historic verdict. Initiated by Jason Jones, who fled the country due to homophobia, the case challenges colonial-era laws that still carry up to five years in prison for consensual same-sex acts. Despite setbacks in local courts—in...

IOC takes a major step by provisionally lifting Russia’s Olympic suspension, clearing the way for Russian athletes to compete neutrally without individual vetting — a move the Kremlin sees as key to full participation in LA 2028. But not all sports agree: Track and field stands firm, and FIFA, still reviewing the decision, hasn’t signaled a return to major soccer tournaments like Euro 2028 or the...

In Germany, a chilling online network of mostly Chinese men has been exposed planning and bragging about drugging and raping Chinese women, using dehumanizing slang like calling victims “cars” and rape “driving.” Investigators uncovered massive chat groups with tens of thousands of members, leading to several convictions and an ongoing trial. Prosecutors describe the perpetrators as ruthlessly org...

Russia unleashed a devastating wave of drone and missile strikes across Ukraine overnight, killing civilians and damaging infrastructure in Kyiv, Kharkiv, and beyond — with attacks even hitting Russian territory. Explosions erupted before air raid sirens, leaving residents with scant time to flee. Ukraine’s defenses intercepted many projectiles, but some still struck homes and factories, including...

Iran’s mourning for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the late Supreme Leader, has begun in Najaf, Iraq, with massive crowds lining streets as his body makes a sacred journey through Shiite holy sites before returning home. Amid rising regional tensions—including recent U.S.-Iran strikes in the Persian Gulf—the nation grapples with both grief and uncertainty. His son, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, remains in...

Over 500 Lubbock residents flooded a city council meeting to protest proposed AI data centers, warning of water shortages, power demands, and environmental harm—some even calling it a “dystopian nightmare.” While the city plans to require closed-loop cooling and noise limits, critics argue these centers threaten basic resources and question their real benefits, aside from potential tax revenue. A...

A devastating Israeli airstrike in Gaza City killed four—including Mohamed al-Wahidi, a key aid worker organizing World Cup screenings—just before the Egypt-Argentina match, turning a moment of joy into heartbreak. The blast in Sabra claimed the lives of two young brothers, Hamza and Fari, and taxi driver Ahmed Daghmush, whose ties to militants remain unclear. Israel insists al-Wahidi wasn’t the t...

Twenty-one lives lost in a devastating landslide in northwestern China, burying 33 people in Gansu province—rescue efforts ended Wednesday after seven survived with minor injuries and five unharmed. Authorities warn unstable debris remains a deadly risk, while teams battled through clear skies to pull survivors from the earth, underscoring nature’s brutal unpredictability and the relentless challe...

In a chilling case from Lubbock, Texas, Eric Blake Fira has pleaded guilty to producing child pornography, facing up to 90 years in prison. Authorities were tipped off after witnesses saw disturbing videos on his phone, leading to the arrest of the man who allegedly abused an 11-year-old since age six — recording the assaults himself. FBI investigators uncovered four explicit videos, and Fira conf...

Lubbock residents turned out in force Tuesday night to voice strong opposition to the idea of bringing AI data centers to their city, with over three hours of passionate debate and a clear “no thanks” sentiment from the crowd — though no concrete plans exist yet, a follow-up rally is already scheduled for Wednesday to keep the resistance alive. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: h...

Five years after Steven Gambles Jr.’s tragic murder during a robbery in Plano, Texas, his mother Phyllis Gant continues honoring his memory by urging community vigilance—and sharing his story of brilliance, creativity, and untimely loss. Steven, 32, was shot by 23-year-old Jordan Jacobs, who had watched him from his car before forcing entry through an unlocked door—something Steven’s sons were tau...

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