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‘This is not Dan’s folly’: Lt. Gov. Patrick urges media to share the dangers of THC
SUMMARY: The Texas Senate passed Senate Bill 3 to ban non-medical THC, sending it to Gov. Greg Abbott. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick held a May 28, 2025 news conference, displaying THC and CBD products like gummies and cereal bites, warning about their dangers—especially to kids. Patrick criticized the media for underreporting harms from unregulated THC, citing stories of addiction, psychosis, and suicides linked to these products. Law enforcement officials warned about THC products coming into Texas from states where they’re illegal. Patrick opposed adult access as well and stressed media pressure from the \$8 billion THC industry. Abbott’s decision on the bill remains pending.
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Kyle breaks ground on 2 major roadway improvement projects
SUMMARY: The City of Kyle has broken ground on two major transportation projects under its 2022 Road Bond Program: the extension of Kohlers Crossing to Seton Parkway and the widening of Bebee Road. These efforts aim to improve east-west connectivity and ease congestion. The $66.1 million Kohlers project includes a future underpass beneath I-35, while the $66.7 million Bebee project features a new four-lane road with a roundabout and future eastern expansion. Both projects will be completed in phases, with additional work starting in 2027. These are the second and third projects launched, following the Marketplace Avenue extension.
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Mississippi girl goes viral for nailing 2000 rap classic at karaoke
SUMMARY: Nine-year-old Alaynna Doty of Olive Branch, Mississippi, became a viral sensation after performing Project Pat’s 2000 rap hit during karaoke at Crazy Cactus, a local Mexican restaurant. Known for singing country songs, this bold switch wowed the crowd and stunned the internet. Her mother posted the video to TikTok, quickly amassing over 4 million views and 130,000 comments. Even Project Pat shared it. Alaynna, surprised by her sudden fame, was praised for her confidence and stage presence. She hopes to perform in Nashville one day, but for now, she’s enjoying her moment as an internet star before returning to school.
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Explosion in Los Angeles kills three deputies | FOX 7 Austin
SUMMARY: A deadly explosion occurred at an LA County Sheriff’s Department facility east of downtown Los Angeles, killing three deputies from the arson and explosives detail. Authorities believe the accident happened while deputies were moving explosives, not during a planned training exercise. This marks the largest loss of life for the department since 1857. Aerial footage showed a backpack near a police SUV with a shattered window close to the blast site. Federal agents, including former Attorney General Pam Bondi, are assisting in the investigation. Officials confirmed the remaining explosives have been rendered safe, with no further threat.
Officials in Los Angeles are investigating an explosion at a training facility that killed three sheriff’s deputies.
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