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Texas counties among nation’s fastest growing Recent estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau indicate that six of the 10 fastest-growing counties in the United States from 2022 to 2023 were in Texas. According to the Texas Tribune, Kaufman County, just east of Dallas, led the list with a 7.

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Massive wildfires ignited by power lines Two wildfires that burned more than 1 million acres in the Panhandle were caused by downed power lines, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service.

Degrowth

The left has a new goal: degrowth! We should 'buy less stuff,' forgive debts, grow our own food, etc. They say this will 'build a more just and sustainable society' and 'save the planet' from 'climate chaos.' This idea is popular with capitalism-haters.

The Renewable Scam

by John Stosse 'We're building a clean energy future,' says President Joe Biden. Who is 'we'? Well, you pay for it. He and his 'green' cronies do most of the building. Lately, they're pouring more of your money into 'renewable energy.

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Largest wildfire in state history still raging A wildfire in the Texas Panhandle has consumed more than 1 million acres and as of Sunday was just 15% contained, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service. It is the largest wildfire in Texas history.

Taxation Without Reason

by John Stossel My income tax is due in a few weeks! I hate it. I'm pretty good at math, but I no longer prepare my own taxes. The form alone scares me. I feel I have to hire an accountant, because Congress, endlessly sucking up to various interest groups, keeps adding to a tax code.

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Early voting ends Friday Early voting in the March 5 primary election ends Friday with a host of candidates on the ballot in both parties, including president, U.S. Senate, all 38 Texas U.S.

Our Sneaky Phones

by John Stossel The government and private companies spy on us. My former employee, Naomi Brockwell, has become a privacy specialist. She advises people on how to protect their privacy. In my new video, she tells me I should delete most of my apps on my phone. I push back.

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Federal judge appears skeptical of new border law A federal judge is expected to rule quickly on the constitutionality of a Texas law about to go into effect that institutes new state penalties for illegal border crossings. During a hearing last week, U.S.

Skewed News

by John Stossel On CNN, a 'reporter' interviewing Vice President Kamala Harris gushes, 'I'm struck, just in your presence! Looking you in the eye, with your passion ... ' Really? Even Harris looked embarrassed.