September 2025

Thousands of Bexar County voting applications yet to be processed

Bexar County faces a backlog of over 45,000 unprocessed voter registrations ahead of the November election due to system integration issues. County officials, including Elections Administrator Michele Carew and Commissioner Rebeca Clay-Flores, are working to clear the backlog before early voting starts on October 20. Temporary workers have been hired, and an alternative system, VR Systems, is pending approval to replace the current system, aiming to resolve the issue before the voting period begins.

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Supreme Court orders DepEd to vacate Cagayan property, favors original landowner

The Supreme Court has directed the Department of Education to vacate a Cagayan lot, affirming the legal claim of Princess Joama Caleda. Despite the DepEd’s arguments about public use and eminent domain, the court sided with Caleda, highlighting a lack of evidence for ownership transfer. The decision underscores the legal processes surrounding land claims and government property use.

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Medical experts refute Trump’s claims linking Tylenol to autism

President Trump’s claims linking acetaminophen to autism have been contested by medical experts. While the President, HHS Secretary, and FDA chair suggest a potential risk when used in pregnancy, experts affirm that no scientific evidence supports this. Tylenol’s manufacturer backs the safety of their product, urging reliance on research. This article examines the ongoing debate over medication safety, stressing the importance of consulting healthcare professionals and relying on established science.

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Texas families seek court order to halt Ten Commandments displays in schools

A coalition of multifaith and nonreligious families in Texas filed a lawsuit against public school districts to stop the mandated display of the Ten Commandments in classrooms. The legal challenge disputes Senate Bill 10’s constitutionality, citing First Amendment violations. This case, involving multiple school districts, raises questions about religious symbols in public education and the separation of church and state. The lawsuit reflects broader national debates on religious displays in public settings.

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