SUMMARY: State Sen. Nathan Johnson, D-Dallas, running for Texas attorney general, accused Attorney General Ken Paxton of colluding with the federal government to end the Texas DREAM Act, which allowed certain undocumented residents in Texas to pay in-state college tuition. Paxton declined to defend the law, leading to its overturn by a federal judge. Johnson criticized this move as anti-democratic and argued the program economically benefits Texas by educating residents who have lived in Texas most of their lives. He also condemned Gov. Abbott’s special session agenda, particularly on redistricting. Johnson emphasized focusing on traditional attorney general duties like consumer protection and political corruption. The primary is March 2026.

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SUMMARY: A shooting early Friday at a University of New Mexico dormitory killed a 14-year-old boy and wounded a 19-year-old, prompting a campus wide shelter-in-place and evacuation of hundreds of students. Police took an 18-year-old male suspect into custody. The incident began during a video game session in a dorm room. The campus remains closed as the investigation continues, with increased law enforcement presence planned. University officials expressed concern for students, especially those attending orientation. Albuquerque has faced rising violent crime, particularly involving juveniles, prompting calls for legislative action to address the state’s crime issues.

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SUMMARY: In recent weeks, two men in North Texas were killed by current or former female partners, reflecting a growing awareness of domestic violence against men. In 2023, 26 men in Texas died due to abuse by female partners. The Family Place operates a domestic violence shelter specifically for men, offering life skills, counseling, and stable housing to help them escape violent relationships and become self-sufficient. One survivor shared how the shelter helped him recover from homelessness and rebuild his life. The Family Place emphasizes breaking the cycle of violence for men and their children, providing a 24-hour helpline for support.

The Family Place, a domestic violence shelter, wants men in abusive relationships to know that they have a place to turn to for help.

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