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January jobs report: Unemployment rate falls to 4%, wages rise more than forecast; Trump signs order imposing sanctions on International Criminal Court over investigations of Israel; Ten Commandments in public schools debate reaches South Dakota; Virginia ranks among worst states for wage theft; Mexican long-nosed bat makes appearance in Arizona.

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Attorney General Pam Bondi strikes a Trump tone at the Justice Department, federal workers get more time to consider buyouts, and an unclassified email request from the White House worries CIA vets.

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During Black History Month, a new book shares how a unique partnership built 5,000 schools for Black students, anti-hunger advocates say ag communities would benefit from an expanded SNAP program, and Americans have $90 billion in unpaid medical bills.

Texas election officials: Expect long lines on Election Day

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Monday, November 4, 2024   

Millions of Texans stood in long lines to cast ballots during early voting.

In addition to picking the next president, Texans are voting in the hotly contested Senate race between Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, and U.S. Rep. Colin Allred, D-Dallas.

Christina Sanders, founder of PoliChic Texas Engagement Fund, said she feels such issues as women's reproductive rights, DEI bans, and others are motivating Texans to let their voices be heard.

"People are not happy with the direction of some of the things people have fought for," said Sanders, "and it could be that people want to see more of removal of books from classrooms. Regardless of what it is, I think that the same motivations exist."

If you didn't vote early, she said the law requires that you be given an hour off work to cast your ballot.

Sanders said you should have a plan to get to the polls on Election Day and be prepared to possibly stand in a long line.

It's important to have any needed documentation, such as your driver's license and voter registration card.

She added if you're in line by 7 p.m., when the polls close, you should be allowed to vote. Sanders said if you encounter any problems, you can reach out for help.

"Call the 1-866-OUR VOTE Election Protection Hotline," said Sanders. "So if they for whatever reason feel like they're not getting the opportunity to vote, and they should be able to vote, or if they just have any type of question around their right to vote, I think calling 1-866-OUR VOTE will be a good way to seek to rectify anything."

Some county elections offices post wait times on their websites.

Disclosure: PoliChic Engagement Fund contributes to our fund for reporting on Civic Engagement, Civil Rights, Community Issues and Volunteering. If you would like to help support news in the public interest, click here.


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