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Pope opens 2026 with plea for peace in countries bloodied by war, families wounded by violence
Pope opens 2026 with plea for peace in countries bloodied by war, families wounded by violence
Pope Leo XIV has opened 2026 with a plea for peace. He is singling out in particular countries “bloodied by conflict” and families wounded by violence.
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January 1, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Pope opens 2026 with plea for peace in countries bloodied by war, families wounded by violence
Soda, candy cut for many SNAP users starting Jan. 1. What states are affected?
Soda, candy cut for many SNAP users starting Jan. 1. What states are affected?
Here’s what to know about the upcoming changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
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January 1, 2026 at 3:35 PM
Soda, candy cut for many SNAP users starting Jan. 1. What states are affected?
The oldest boomers are turning 80 in 2026. How much pop culture do you remember?
The oldest boomers are turning 80 in 2026. How much pop culture do you remember?
OK boomers: Here are 20 questions to see how well you know — or remember — the era that shaped baby boomers.
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January 1, 2026 at 2:34 PM
The oldest boomers are turning 80 in 2026. How much pop culture do you remember?
Nevada casinos, lawmakers eager to reverse change in gambling tax deductions
Nevada casinos, lawmakers eager to reverse change in gambling tax deductions
Congress can’t change a policy that will tax gamblers on money they didn’t win before it goes into effect, but lawmakers are hoping for a fix early in 2026.
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January 1, 2026 at 1:34 PM
Nevada casinos, lawmakers eager to reverse change in gambling tax deductions
Trying to improve your health and wellness in 2026? Keep it simple
Trying to improve your health and wellness in 2026? Keep it simple
As 2026 arrives, here's what you can skip, what you should pay attention to and how to get credible health and wellness information.
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January 1, 2026 at 12:33 PM
Trying to improve your health and wellness in 2026? Keep it simple
Brother Gary Moses, a lifelong Victoria resident and community volunteer, recently received a Congressional Patriot Award from Rep. Michael Cloud.
Victoria community icon Brother Gary Moses receives Congressional recognition for decades of service
Brother Gary Moses, a lifelong Victoria resident and community volunteer, recently received a Congressional Patriot Award from Rep. Michael Cloud.
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January 1, 2026 at 9:03 AM
Brother Gary Moses, a lifelong Victoria resident and community volunteer, recently received a Congressional Patriot Award from Rep. Michael Cloud.
These bipartisan bills were noncontroversial — until Trump vetoed them
These bipartisan bills were noncontroversial — until Trump vetoed them
President Donald Trump issued the first vetoes of his second term late Tuesday, rejecting two bipartisan natural resources bills.
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January 1, 2026 at 8:36 AM
These bipartisan bills were noncontroversial — until Trump vetoed them
Texas enacts key new laws on immigration, AI and business taxes
Texas enacts key new laws on immigration, AI and business taxes
As the calendar turns to 2026, Texans are adjusting to several new laws set to take effect, ranging from immigration enforcement to artificial intelligence oversight and business property taxation.
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January 1, 2026 at 8:11 AM
Texas enacts key new laws on immigration, AI and business taxes
Patriots player Christian Barmore accused of throwing girlfriend to the ground
Patriots player Christian Barmore accused of throwing girlfriend to the ground
Defensive lineman Christian J. Barmore is facing a domestic assault and battery charge after his girlfriend told police he threw her to the ground at his home outside Boston.
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January 1, 2026 at 7:46 AM
Patriots player Christian Barmore accused of throwing girlfriend to the ground
The New Year is going to start off like spring-time with sunny skies and warm weather expected through the weekend and into next week. A weak front will bring us
Warm start for 2026
The New Year is going to start off like spring-time with sunny skies and warm weather expected through the weekend and into next week. A weak front will bring us
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January 1, 2026 at 7:21 AM
The New Year is going to start off like spring-time with sunny skies and warm weather expected through the weekend and into next week. A weak front will bring us
From major changes to moments of resilience, 2025 was a year that left a lasting mark on the Crossroads.
Crossroads reflects on a year of change, challenge and progress
From major changes to moments of resilience, 2025 was a year that left a lasting mark on the Crossroads.
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January 1, 2026 at 6:56 AM
From major changes to moments of resilience, 2025 was a year that left a lasting mark on the Crossroads.
Nineteen new laws take effect Thursday, Jan. 1, following their passage earlier this year during the 89th legislative session.
Nineteen Texas laws take effect Jan. 1, including immigration, tax and gender-transition measures
Nineteen new laws take effect Thursday, Jan. 1, following their passage earlier this year during the 89th legislative session.
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January 1, 2026 at 6:31 AM
Nineteen new laws take effect Thursday, Jan. 1, following their passage earlier this year during the 89th legislative session.
We’re ringing in a brand-new year with gratitude for our community. Thank you for trusting us to bring you the stories that matter most—through the highs, the lows and everything in between!
From all of us in the newsroom, we wish you a safe, healthy and happy New Year! 🥳📺✨
From all of us in the newsroom, we wish you a safe, healthy and happy New Year! 🥳📺✨
January 1, 2026 at 6:05 AM
We’re ringing in a brand-new year with gratitude for our community. Thank you for trusting us to bring you the stories that matter most—through the highs, the lows and everything in between!
From all of us in the newsroom, we wish you a safe, healthy and happy New Year! 🥳📺✨
From all of us in the newsroom, we wish you a safe, healthy and happy New Year! 🥳📺✨
Goliad State Park will host a guided First Day Hike on Jan. 1 to ring in the new year.
Goliad State Park to host First Day Hike on New Year’s Day
Goliad State Park will host a guided First Day Hike on Jan. 1 to ring in the new year.
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December 31, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Goliad State Park will host a guided First Day Hike on Jan. 1 to ring in the new year.
AUSTIN — More than 600 private schools and prekindergarten programs, along with 200 education service providers, have signed up for the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) program.
Six local schools sign up for Texas Education Freedom Accounts program
AUSTIN — More than 600 private schools and prekindergarten programs, along with 200 education service providers, have signed up for the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) program.
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December 30, 2025 at 9:56 PM
AUSTIN — More than 600 private schools and prekindergarten programs, along with 200 education service providers, have signed up for the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) program.
AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Texas will get an historic investment of over $1.4 billion in federal funding over five years to improve rural health care throughout
Crossroads rural hospitals getting more federal funding
AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Texas will get an historic investment of over $1.4 billion in federal funding over five years to improve rural health care throughout
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December 29, 2025 at 9:56 PM
AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Texas will get an historic investment of over $1.4 billion in federal funding over five years to improve rural health care throughout
Strong cold front tonight to bring dry gusty winds and cold conditions. High fire danger risk is forecasted for tomorrow. Tap for more!
Cold front tonight with high fire risk tomorrow
Strong cold front tonight to bring dry gusty winds and cold conditions. High fire danger risk is forecasted for tomorrow. Tap for more!
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December 28, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Strong cold front tonight to bring dry gusty winds and cold conditions. High fire danger risk is forecasted for tomorrow. Tap for more!
Russia strikes Ukraine's capital, kills at least 1 person before Zelenskyy-Trump meeting
Russia strikes Ukraine's capital, kills at least 1 person before Zelenskyy-Trump meeting
Authorities said several residential buildings were struck, wounding 27, a day before talks aimed at ending the nearly four-year war.
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December 27, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Russia strikes Ukraine's capital, kills at least 1 person before Zelenskyy-Trump meeting
Time to put away those decorations before the cold front blows them away. Strong gusty winds, a chance for rain, and near freezing temperatures are in our forecast.
Cold Front: Gusty Monday / near freezing temps
Time to put away those decorations before the cold front blows them away. Strong gusty winds, a chance for rain, and near freezing temperatures are in our forecast.
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December 26, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Time to put away those decorations before the cold front blows them away. Strong gusty winds, a chance for rain, and near freezing temperatures are in our forecast.
Merry Christmas Crossroads! Cold air will be moving back in next week to help escort this spring like weather. Tap for more!
Cold front Sunday night
Merry Christmas Crossroads! Cold air will be moving back in next week to help escort this spring like weather. Tap for more!
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December 25, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Merry Christmas Crossroads! Cold air will be moving back in next week to help escort this spring like weather. Tap for more!
Pope Leo XIV urges the faithful on Christmas to shed indifference in the face of suffering
Pope Leo XIV urges the faithful on Christmas to shed indifference in the face of suffering
Pope Leo XIV, during his first Christmas Day message, urged the faithful to shed indifference toward those who are suffering.
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December 25, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Pope Leo XIV urges the faithful on Christmas to shed indifference in the face of suffering
Bringing warmth and joy, one light at a time ✨
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December 25, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Bringing warmth and joy, one light at a time ✨
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Ukraine's own 'Dancing with the Stars' is back on for a special episode with wartime heroes
Ukraine's own 'Dancing with the Stars' is back on for a special episode with wartime heroes
Ukraine brought back “Dancing with the Stars” for one special episode — this time featuring wartime heroes dancing with prosthetics.
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December 25, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Ukraine's own 'Dancing with the Stars' is back on for a special episode with wartime heroes
Review: ‘Song Sung Blue’ is so good, so good
Review: ‘Song Sung Blue’ is so good, so good
Writer/director Craig Brewer lets Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson shine. How they revere Neil Diamond is just part of the film’s charm.
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December 25, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Review: ‘Song Sung Blue’ is so good, so good
Home is where the Christmas lights shine brightest 🎄
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December 25, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Home is where the Christmas lights shine brightest 🎄
View all the festive submissions on our website! https://www.crossroadstoday.com/entertainment/contests/
View all the festive submissions on our website! https://www.crossroadstoday.com/entertainment/contests/