Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has initiated legal action against Roblox, citing the platform’s alleged failure to prioritize child safety and its deceptive practices regarding the dangers faced by young users. The lawsuit accuses Roblox of disregarding safety laws and fostering an environment where predators thrive, specifically pointing to the potential for exposure to harmful content and interactions with strangers. This legal challenge adds to existing scrutiny, with other states also suing Roblox due to concerns of child exploitation. While Roblox has implemented safety measures and technology to enhance user protection, the company continues to face criticism regarding the platform’s ability to fully protect young users.
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott posted on X that he would impose a 100% tariff on New Yorkers moving to Texas if Democrat Zohran Mamdani, the frontrunner, is elected mayor. This statement was made on the eve of the New York City mayoral election and appears to be a response to concerns about New Yorkers leaving the city. Legally, such a tariff would be unconstitutional because states cannot impose tariffs on other states, and the right to travel and become a resident of another state is protected. The post garnered reactions ranging from criticism, acceptance, and uncertainty over whether it was a joke.
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A New York judge has dismissed a legal challenge from Texas attempting to enforce a civil judgment against a doctor who prescribed abortion pills via telemedicine. The Texas Attorney General sought to enforce the judgment against Dr. Margaret Carpenter, but the Ulster County Clerk refused, citing New York’s shield law protecting providers from out-of-state actions. Justice David Gandin ruled in favor of the clerk, stating the medical services were legal in New York and protected under the shield law. This ruling serves as a precedent for the state’s shield law, and the Texas Attorney General’s office has not yet commented on whether the case will be appealed.
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In response to Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s order to remove Pride crosswalks, the Oak Lawn United Methodist Church in Dallas is painting its steps in rainbow colors. Church leaders state that this act of defiance is a visible witness to the gospel and a symbol of solidarity for the LGBTQ+ community. This decision comes after Abbott directed the removal of rainbow crosswalks across the state, citing concerns about political agendas on Texas roadways. Local residents and city council members have condemned the governor’s actions, emphasizing the rainbow’s significance as a symbol of inclusion and diversity, and protesting the removal.
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Texas officials announced that SNAP benefits for the state’s most vulnerable residents are at risk due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. If the shutdown continues past October 27th, more than $614 million in food assistance will be halted, impacting approximately 3.5 million Texans, including 1.7 million children. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has warned that November SNAP payments may cease. The Texas Health and Human Services is directing Lone Star Card users to their website for more information, while other assistance programs remain unaffected.
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced plans to target university professors accused of promoting “leftist ideologies,” signaling a shift towards increased scrutiny of educational content. This move follows an audit of courses within the University of Texas System focusing on transgender and identity-related topics. Furthermore, these actions are taking place against a backdrop of incidents where educators have faced repercussions for discussing gender and sexual orientation. While the state currently lacks specific legislation prohibiting such discussions at the university level, there is a “Don’t Say Gay” law in place for grades K-12, causing trans and nonbinary students in Texas to report increased intolerance and harassment.
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Interviews with Latino participants at the Austin No Kings protest revealed strong emotions, contrasted by a New Braunfels protestor expressing similar concerns while wearing a dinosaur costume. This Texan city, located between Austin and San Antonio, has experienced significant population growth, yet remains politically conservative. Despite the area’s conservative leanings, a recent protest saw over a hundred participants gather, demonstrating local support for the No Kings movement.
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The agricultural industry is facing financial hardship, and farmers are seeking government assistance. Despite President Trump’s earlier statements about using tariff money to subsidize soybean farmers, the details of aid remain unclear. Agriculture experts emphasize the urgency of a commitment in the coming weeks, however, the administration has yet to finalize the aid amount, its funding source, or its distribution method.
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Elon Musk’s attempt to move an SEC lawsuit regarding his late disclosure of a Twitter stake from Washington, D.C., to Texas was denied by a federal judge. Despite claiming an “incredibly busy” schedule and arguing the D.C. location was burdensome, the judge cited his considerable resources and time spent outside of Texas as reasons to deny the move. The SEC sued Musk in January for allegedly allowing him to buy shares at artificially low prices. Musk is seeking to dismiss the case, while the SEC wants a civil fine and the disgorgement of $150 million.
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The court witnessed Robert Morris, the founder of the megachurch Gateway, accept responsibility for the molestation of Cindy Clemishire, a moment she had sought for decades. The admission marked a significant fall for Morris, whose career included international broadcasts, best-selling books, and a role as a faith advisor. Clemishire, who came forward in June 2024 with allegations of sexual abuse beginning in 1982 when she was 12 years old, prompted Morris’s immediate resignation from Gateway. Though Clemishire initially told her parents and church leaders, she was unable to get restitution from Morris, after he suggested she was responsible for the interactions.
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