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Where to Donate to Help Families Affected by the Uvalde School Shooting

05/25/2022

Where to Donate to Help Families Affected by the Uvalde School Shooting

A horrific mass shooting left 19 children and two adults dead in Uvalde, TX, on Tuesday afternoon, devastating families and loved ones of the victims, as well as the larger community.

Could Matthew McConaughey Be Running For Governor? It Certainly Looks Like It

04/19/2021

Could Matthew McConaughey Be Running For Governor? It Certainly Looks Like It

Could Matthew McConaughey be pulling an Arnold Schwarzenegger and running for governor?

Hurricane Laura Has Devastated Communities Along the Gulf — Here's What You Can Do to Help

08/29/2020

Hurricane Laura Has Devastated Communities Along the Gulf — Here's What You Can Do to Help

One of the most powerful storms to strike the US, Hurricane Laura made landfall overnight on Wednesday and swept through Louisiana and Texas in a dangerous category four storm.

Mexicana y Americana: My Life Story

03/16/2020

Mexicana y Americana: My Life Story

I have always considered myself a Mexican-American, not only because of my descent but because I've lived half of my life in each country.

This Texas Theater Lets You Catch a Movie With Your Dog, and Welp, Guess I'm Booking a Flight

01/13/2019

This Texas Theater Lets You Catch a Movie With Your Dog, and Welp, Guess I'm Booking a Flight

On Dec. 7, 2018, the world as we know it changed forever with the opening of K9 Cinemas, a movie theater in Plano, TX, that lets you bring your dog and provides you with unlimited.

Here's Everything You Need to Know About the Austin Bombings

03/21/2018

Here's Everything You Need to Know About the Austin Bombings

In the last month, a number of package bombs exploded in Austin, TX, killing two and injuring five more, and now, a suspect — who has been identified as 24-year-old Mark Anthony Conditt — is dead.

In Emotional Letter, Jane Doe Says "No One Should Be Shamed For Making the Right Decision"

10/25/2017

In Emotional Letter, Jane Doe Says "No One Should Be Shamed For Making the Right Decision"

After a prolonged court battle with the US government, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) announced that the 17-year-old known undocumented woman known as Jane Doe was finally able to get an abortion on the morning of Oct. 25.

The Greater the Storm, the Brighter Your Rainbow: 1 Woman's Journey in the Aftermath of Harvey

09/20/2017

The Greater the Storm, the Brighter Your Rainbow: 1 Woman's Journey in the Aftermath of Harvey

Surreal.

In the Wake of Hurricane Harvey, New Orleans Shows True Southern Hospitality

09/16/2017

In the Wake of Hurricane Harvey, New Orleans Shows True Southern Hospitality

On the morning of Sept. 10, New Orleans made a grand gesture in hopes of helping those affected by the devastation of Hurricane Harvey.

Dallas Uncovered: Hidden Gems That Are Just an Uber Ride Away

09/08/2017

Dallas Uncovered: Hidden Gems That Are Just an Uber Ride Away

There are some locales tourists and locals alike just can't resist.

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This 100-Feet Deep Swimming Hole Near Austin, TX, Is For Daring Divers Only

08/25/2017

This 100-Feet Deep Swimming Hole Near Austin, TX, Is For Daring Divers Only

The US is filled with natural swimming holes perfect for cooling down during the Summer months, and many of them are generally safe to visit.

There's a Secret Island in the Middle of Texas, and It Actually Looks Pretty Awesome

08/12/2017

There's a Secret Island in the Middle of Texas, and It Actually Looks Pretty Awesome

Texas, you're just full of surprises, aren't ya?