Tech & Kids Safety: A Texas judge ruled TikTok misled parents about child safety features, finding “Restricted Mode” didn’t work as promised and that harmful content stayed up. Health & Benefits: Texas Health and Human Services is asking lawmakers for help clearing a backlog of 210,000 Medicaid applications and 150,000 SNAP cases, arguing temporary eligibility workers need to become permanent. Education Access: A study says nearly 2,000 Hunt County children lack home internet, with huge gaps between districts like Wolfe City and Rockwall. Local Governance: The Texas Supreme Court blocked Galveston County from using a new precinct map in November, saying changes can’t be made after an election has started. Culture & Community: San Antonio City Council approved major TIRZ funding for cultural institutions and housing-related goals, while Houston’s Taiwan Academy announced a fall lineup blending film and performances tied to gender equality and identity. Remembering 9/11: Houston mothers and first responders marked 25 years since Flight 93 and the attacks, keeping stories and service alive. Fashion Spotlight: Houston’s Battle of the Designers wrapped Season 3 with new designer winners and runway awards.