Good morning, Texas. Here’s what you need to know today. 

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Expect more clouds today out ahead of our next storm system. It’ll be warm again, with highs above normal for this time of year. A few showers will be possible today across North Texas. As an area of low pressure and cold front move in across the state, rain and storm chances will increase Friday through Sunday. Some of the rain will be heavy and could lead to localized flooding.

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Around Texas 

1. Despite donations from State Fair, Texas food pantries concerned about government shutdown

Every year at the close of the season, the State Fair of Texas donates thousands of pounds of food to local pantries.

This year, some food banks say it’s right on time as they plan for a possible increase in people seeking their services.

2. Oak Lawn UMC paints front steps rainbow to combat the governor’s order to remove rainbow sidewalks

Members of Oak Lawn United Methodist Church (OLUMC) gathered outside their church’s doors on Tuesday to begin the process of painting its front steps in rainbow hues.

Led by church member Robert Garcia Sr., the project is a response to Gov. Greg Abbott’s statewide directive to remove rainbow crosswalks earlier this month.

3. Wembanyama scores 40 as Spurs spoil Flagg debut with 125-92 rout of Mavericks

Victor Wembanyama had 40 points and 15 rebounds in a highlight-reel return, helping the San Antonio Spurs spoil No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg’s debut in a 125-92 rout of the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night.

San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) reacts near Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg (32) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Dallas, Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025. (AP Photo/LM Otero)

Around The Nation

1. Trump administration announces another strike on alleged drug-carrying boat, in the Pacific Ocean

2. N.C. House passes congressional map redrawn to the GOP’s advantage

3. Vance denies U.S. dictates to Israel as he meets with Netanyahu over Gaza ceasefire

Deep in the Heart of Texas 

A cross between a blue jay and a green jay discovered near San Antonio. (Credit: Brian Stokes)

2 birds from different habitats result in new hybrid of jay species

Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin are learning more about the “grue jay,” a hybrid between a blue jay and green jay, discovered in a San Antonio suburb.

The bird was discovered back in 2023 and later reappeared in the same yard two years later in a Universal City neighborhood. Donna Currey captured the first glimpse of the bird.