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Sunday, April 5, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1922, actress and singer Gale Storm was born in Bloomington. She starred in the 1950s TV show My Little Margie, and her greatest hit was a 1955 cover of I Hear You Knockin’.

Today, Christians celebrate Jesus’ resurrection, the cornerstone of Christian faith. Many Christians in America will celebrate by going to church, followed by Easter brunch. If you celebrate Easter, what makes the day special for you and your family? Hit reply and tell us your story. We would love to hear it.

In case you missed it, The Flyover Podcast broke down five major retirement rule changes coming in 2026 that could affect how long your savings last. From higher contribution limits to rising Medicare costs and shifting healthcare subsidies, these updates could have a real impact on your retirement plan. Tune in here!

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Google-Backed AI Data Center Planned in Texas

A Google-backed AI data center campus planned in Texas will span 2,800 acres and exceed $5 billion in initial investment, with Anthropic leasing the site as demand for computing infrastructure grows.

The site is expected to deliver about 500 megawatts of power capacity by 2026, with long-term plans to scale significantly higher. Developers say the location near major gas pipelines will allow the facility to rely on onsite energy generation.

Google’s financial backing is expected to help secure lower-cost financing for the project, which is being developed by Nexus Data Centers. The expansion comes as competition intensifies to build out infrastructure supporting next-generation AI systems.

Teens Charged in Kidnapping Case

Four 17-year-olds in the Austin area face felony charges after authorities say they kidnapped and assaulted a fellow classmate in February. The suspects are no longer enrolled in Del Valle ISD, according to officials.

According to arrest affidavits, the victim was lured under the pretense of getting food, then taken to a home where he was restrained, threatened with a gun, and beaten. Investigators say the attack involved multiple weapons and was planned in advance.

The victim was later released and reported the incident, with authorities documenting significant injuries. The suspects are charged with aggravated kidnapping with a deadly weapon as the investigation continues.

Officer Released from Hospital

A South Houston police officer shot in the head during a traffic stop last week was released from the hospital on Friday, marking a major step in Officer Aaron Botello’s recovery.

Authorities say the incident began as a traffic stop that escalated into a slow-speed pursuit before a suspect opened fire with a shotgun. Officers returned fire, and the suspect was pronounced dead at the scene.

Doctors described Botello’s survival as remarkable, though he still faces a long recovery with bullet fragments remaining in his head. The case has drawn widespread support from law enforcement agencies across the region.

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➤ Austin: A Florida-based online Christian school gained approval as a vendor in Texas’ education savings account program, raising concerns about out-of-state providers accessing taxpayer-funded benefits. (More)

➤ Hutto: Meridian Rapid Defense Group opened a new operations hub, bringing vehicle-stopping barrier manufacturing to Williamson County as officials emphasize security ahead of major public events. (More)

➤ Taylor: A backyard explosion in a residential neighborhood sent one person to the hospital Thursday afternoon after crews found the victim injured while working on a home and airlifted him for treatment. (More)

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➤ Bedford: A 47-year-old woman received a 25-year prison sentence after a human trafficking conviction tied to a massage business where victims were allegedly forced into prostitution. (More)

➤ San Marcos: Texas State University System Board of Regents approved a $25 million expansion of its active shooter response program, adding facilities, equipment, and training capacity to the nationally and internationally recognized initiative. (More)

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➤ Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg became the first teenager in NBA history to score 51 points in a game on Friday during a 138-127 loss to the Orlando Magic. (More)

➤ Texas Rangers third baseman Josh Jung made a full-extension diving stop to rob a would-be double during Texas’ 5-3 loss to the Cincinnati Reds on Friday. (See Play)

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➤ Texas Rangers debuted new oversized ballpark foods on Friday, including Pork Wings, mobile-only Pig Kahuna sandwiches, and a nacho-filled “Loaded 9th-Inning Rally Sombrero,” as the team opened its 2026 home slate. (More)

➤ Landman star Billy Bob Thornton will bring his band, The Boxmasters, to Billy Bob’s Texas in Fort Worth on July 17, as part of their 2026 summer tour. (More)

➤ A baby beaver found wandering alone on an Austin sidewalk is now in the care of Austin Wildlife Rescue after officials were unable to locate its family. (See Beaver)

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