Thursday, June 4, 2026

152 Immigration Cases, Samsung Moving HQ to Plano, and a Giant Manta Ray

Thursday, June 4, 2026

Good morning! On this day in 1937, author Robert Fulghum was born in Waco. A Baylor graduate, Fulghum is known for his best-selling collection of essays, All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten.

Have you ever seen a giant manta ray? Scroll down to Et Cetera (or click this link) to see one a fisherman spotted from the 91st Street Pier in Galveston.

Social Security's full retirement age just climbed again, and if you're thinking about retiring this year, the timing could permanently cost you. What's actually driving the change? On today's episode of The Flyover Podcast, Ayla shares how much your retirement could be cut depending on timing, plus exclusive tips on how to squeeze the biggest possible check out of your benefits. Tune in here!

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152 Immigration Cases in One Week

Federal prosecutors in El Paso filed 152 immigration and immigration-related criminal cases in a single week, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Western District of Texas announced from the week of May 22 to May 28.

The week's caseload included an illegal re-entry charge against an Ecuadorian national who had been removed from the U.S. three times previously. The Western District as a whole closed out May with 350 new immigration cases across the Del Rio, El Paso, San Antonio, and Midland-Odessa divisions.

The volume reflects the DOJ's sustained enforcement posture along the Texas-Mexico border, where federal resources have been concentrated following the administration's immigration crackdown. El Paso's federal court docket remains among the busiest immigration dockets in the country.

Paxtons' Divorce Trial Canceled

The divorce trial between Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and State Sen. Angela Paxton has been canceled as the couple works toward what their attorneys described as an amicable resolution.

The trial had been set for June 24-26. Angela Paxton announced the divorce filing last July "on biblical grounds," saying she had "earnestly pursued reconciliation" after the couple's 38-year marriage deteriorated publicly. No reason was given for the court's cancellation.

The news comes a week after Ken Paxton won his Senate primary runoff for the seat currently held by U.S. Sen. John Cornyn.

Longhorns Win Game 1 of WCWS

Defending champ Texas softball is one win from a repeat national title after beating Texas Tech 7-3 in Game 1 of the Women's College World Series Finals last night. It's an all-Lone Star rematch of last year's championship series, which the Longhorns won two games to one.

The Longhorns blitzed Texas Tech for a 5-1 first-inning lead and never looked back. Catcher Katie Stewart crushed a two-run homer—her fourth in four games—while ace Teagan Kavan, last year's Most Outstanding Player, went the distance in the circle.

Texas Tech isn't done yet, though. Coach Gerry Glasco pulled All-American pitcher NiJaree Canady early, telling ESPN he had to save his ace for tonight's game.

Game 2 is tonight on ESPN from Devon Park in Oklahoma City. A Longhorns win clinches the crown, but a Tech win forces a winner-take-all Game 3 tomorrow. How to Watch.

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➤ Austin: Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson announced her resignation, effective July 17, forcing Gov. Greg Abbott to appoint a replacement who will oversee the November general election. (More)

➤ Bridgeport: Elevated carbon monoxide levels forced the evacuation of the Bridgeport Correctional Center on Wednesday. All inmates were transported to nearby facilities as Wise County Emergency Services investigated the source. (More)

➤ Frisco: Four months after a sledding accident claimed the lives of 16-year-olds Elizabeth "Lizzie" Angle and Grace Brito, Lizzie's family has established the Play Like Lizzie Scholarship Fund to help young athletes stay in the sports they love. (More)

➤ Corpus Christi: Gov. Greg Abbott's chief of staff blasted the Corpus Christi City Council hours after it voted 7-2 to delay the $979 million Inner Harbor desalination project until Sept. 1. "The moment for leadership arrived, but the Council met it with a whimper and a complaint," Robert Black said. (More)

➤ South Texas: The New World screwworm—a parasite that devastated U.S. livestock decades ago—has been detected even closer to the Texas-Mexico border than earlier this week. While some reports claimed a detection within a mile, the USDA said the parasite was found approximately 25 miles from the border. (More)

➤ Waco: A Waco priest was sentenced to life in prison after being found guilty of sexually assaulting multiple women, a McLennan County jury decided. (More)

➤ Swisher County: Vesper Energy secured $236 million in financing for its 201-megawatt Nazareth Solar project in the Panhandle, with construction beginning this month and commercial operation targeted for fall 2027. (More)

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➤ The San Antonio Spurs lost 105-95 to the Knicks last night in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Victor Wembanyama shot 6 for 21 from the field, one of his lowest totals of the postseason. (More)

➤ SMU signed 26-year-old Jordyn Adams—a professional baseball player for the past eight years—to play wide receiver next season. He was a five-star high school football recruit before joining the MLB. (More)

➤ The Dallas Stars signed a non-binding letter of intent to build a new arena and entertainment district in Plano, leaving their historic home in downtown Dallas. Initial estimates say the project could exceed $1 billion. (More)

➤ Texas edge rusher Colin Simmons will appear on the deluxe edition cover of EA Sports' College Football 27 video game. (More)

➤ University of Houston men's golf coach Jonathan Dismuke is retiring after 17 seasons and three NCAA Championship appearances. (More)

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➤ Samsung is relocating its U.S. headquarters from New Jersey to Plano, less than a year after opening its North American headquarters there. The move aims to consolidate operations. About 1,000 employees will be affected, with the new facility expected to open by year's end. (More)

➤ Meanwhile, Texas now leads the nation with 57 Fortune 500 headquarters, surpassing California for the first time. (More)

➤ Google pledged $10 million to a new Texas water impact fund and committed its state data centers to replenish more water than they consume, responding to public concerns over AI infrastructure water use. (More)

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➤ While fishing off the Galveston seawall this week, Houston angler Dustin Heath filmed what appears to be a giant manta ray gliding just off the 91st Street Fishing Pier—a rare sighting in Texas Gulf waters that's going viral. (Watch Video)

➤ Texas has expanded its newborn screening program with an added test for a rare genetic disorder called GAMT deficiency, giving parents earlier detection options. (More)

➤ The 4th on Broadway celebration in Lubbock, a free show at South Plains Fairgrounds that draws West Texans by the thousands, announced its concert lineup. Rock band Lit is headlining alongside Mariachi Mi Tierra. (More)

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The Memorial Tournament, Blimp Day, and a Rescued Fawn

Thursday, June 4, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1918, Union County native Charles W. Fairbanks, the 26th U.S. vice president, died in Indianapolis aged 66. Fairbanks served under President Theodore Roosevelt.

⛳️ The Memorial Tournament tees off today at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, bringing some of the world’s top golfers to the region. Read a preview of the tournament in Top Stories, and hit reply to tell us if you plan to attend.

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Memorial Tournament Tees Off on Golden Anniversary

The 50th Memorial Tournament gets underway today at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, marking a golden anniversary for the Jack Nicklaus-founded event about which he said, "I think in many ways, we’re better than the Masters.”

Defending champion Scottie Scheffler headlines a strong field that also includes Rory McIlroy, Hideki Matsuyama, and Cameron Young. The day's featured groups pair McIlroy with Justin Thomas and Westerville resident Jason Day with Spieth.

Scheffler enters as the betting favorite and is seeking a rare third consecutive title at Muirfield Village. The winner will collect $4 million and 700 FedEx Cup points.

Attendees can find parking, shuttle, and ride-share details here.

Ohio Reviews CDLs for Non-Residents

The Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles is auditing roughly 5,000 commercial driver's licenses held by non-permanent residents to determine whether those credentials comply with updated federal eligibility requirements.

The audit covers licenses issued to people who are legally authorized to work in the United States but do not hold permanent resident status. The action follows Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration guidance issued in September 2025 that narrowed which immigration documents qualify for CDL eligibility.

Affected drivers will receive one of two letters: a confirmation that their CDL remains valid, or a notice downgrading their license to a Class D passenger driver's license. Those who receive a downgrade notice have 30 days to submit qualifying documentation or request a hearing.

The Ohio BMV has also announced it will no longer issue new non-domicile CDLs and will not renew existing ones upon expiration.

Real Estate: Cleveland among Most Affordable in U.S.

Cleveland ranks as the second-most affordable housing market among major U.S. metros, according to the latest RE/MAX National Housing Report.

Cleveland's median home sale price stood at $262,250 in April 2026, trailing only Wichita, Kansas, where the median was $248,500. You can view the complete report here.

Cleveland's affordability comes despite posting one of the five largest year-over-year median price increases among major metros—a 7.5% gain from $244,000 to $262,250. Only Providence, Rhode Island; Pittsburgh; and Kansas City recorded larger increases.

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➤ Statewide: A Republican state senator is proposing a California-style open primary system that would consolidate all candidates onto a single ballot regardless of party affiliation, with the top vote-getters advancing to the general election. (More)

➤ New Richmond: Firefighters and police officers rescued a fawn from a storm drain Tuesday after crews carefully maneuvered into the drain, freed the animal, and released it into a nearby natural area. (Watch Video)

➤ Cincinnati: The first construction barge arrived at the Brent Spence Bridge project site on the Ohio River this week, marking the start of marine construction operations. The new companion bridge is projected for completion by 2031. (More)

➤ Auglaize County: Fourteen swimmers were taken to the hospital Tuesday after a pool pump failure caused elevated chlorine levels at a public pool in Minster. All were evaluated as a precaution, and none sustained serious injuries. (More)

➤ Port Clinton: The Environmental Protection Agency terminated a longstanding Clean Water Act agreement with Port Clinton—a settlement that dated to 1999—after the city completed all required water system upgrades. (More)

➤ Dublin: The family of a Dublin woman has filed a lawsuit against a funeral home, alleging she was accidentally cremated rather than interred alongside her late husband as intended. (More)

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➤ Cincinnati Reds outfielder JJ Bleday earned National League Player of the Month honors after batting .301 with eight home runs. Cleveland Guardians pitcher Cade Smith claimed American League Reliever of the Month after recording a save in every appearance. (More)

➤ Cincinnati Bengals safety Jordan Battle will fly in the back seat of a U.S. Navy Blue Angels Boeing F/A-18 Super Hornet ahead of the 2026 CenterPoint Energy Dayton Air Show, scheduled for June 13-14. (More)

➤ An author has channeled decades of Cleveland Browns fan frustration into a novel titled Cleveland Curse—a fictional story centered on a mysterious deal between a character and former Browns owner Art Modell. (More)

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➤ Gov. Mike DeWine announced eight economic development projects that are expected to bring roughly 1,600 new jobs and $1.8 billion in investment across Ohio, spanning manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, and other industries. (More)

➤ The Memorial Tournament is projected to generate about $35 million for the Dublin economy, drawing tens of thousands of visitors and providing a boost to local hotels, restaurants, and retailers during the annual PGA Tour event. (More)

➤ Cincinnati-based Kroger will spend $100 million repairing refrigeration units and pay a $2.5 million federal fine after the Department of Justice reached a Clean Air Act settlement with the grocery chain over coolant leaks at stores nationwide. (More)

➤ Republic National Distributing Co., one of the nation's largest wine and spirits distributors, filed WARN Act notices for its Cincinnati and Columbus facilities, with permanent layoffs affecting more than 50 workers slated for July 31. (More)

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➤ Chris Pratt and Rob Lowe—both Parks and Recreation alums—joined Peyton Manning, Luke Bryan, and other celebrities at the Workday Golden Bear Pro-Am at Muirfield Village Golf Club ahead of the Memorial Tournament. (More)

➤ Akron is launching its inaugural Blimp Day on Saturday, sending two Goodyear Blimps on a spiral tour through all 24 city neighborhoods in what is billed as a new annual tradition. (See Map)

➤ The Ohio Division of Wildlife is urging residents to leave lone fawns undisturbed. Does intentionally leave their young alone, and the fawns are nearly scentless and almost always healthy. (More)

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