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ICE detains Kansas City, Kansas, crime victim

KCUR

Published May 28, 2025 at 11:08 AM CDT

President Donald Trump has said his mass deportation campaign prioritizes immigrants who have committed violent crimes. But the family of a crime victim in Kansas City, Kansas, said authorities detained him, even though he was about to receive immigration protections.

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Texas leaders defend THC ban at press conference featuring THC-laced snacks

Nina Banks

Standing before a table full of THC-infused products, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick spoke about two bills that would regulate cannabis derivatives.
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Oklahomans could see cheaper groceries, gas this fall

Oklahoma Voice

Oklahoma retailers will no longer be required to mark up products after Gov. Kevin Stitt signed a bill amending the Unfair Sales Act.
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Texas bill to ban minors from social media likely dead after missed deadline

Lucio Vasquez |The Texas Newsroom

HB 186 missed a key procedural deadline Wednesday night, halting one of the nation's most aggressive social media restrictions for minors.
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While Oklahoma foster care payments stay stagnant, foster parents rely on community support

Hannah France

Lawmakers attempted to secure more financial support for Oklahoma foster parents this legislative session. While they weren't successful, other resources are available.
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Texas law to end 'widow penalty' for home, auto insurance set to take effect Sept. 1

Andrew Schneider | Houston Public Media

Senate Bill 1238, written by state Sens. Lois Kolkhorst (R-Brenham) and Mayes Middleton (R-Galveston), will make it illegal for insurers to discriminate against people whose spouses have died by reclassifying them as "single" and raising their rates. Gov. Greg Abbott signed the measure into law last week.