Texas measles outbreak grows to more than 300 cases across 3 states ... and more news

The measles outbreak that began in West Texas has now grown to more than 300 cases across three states. The Texas Department of State Health Services reported Tuesday morning that Texas now has 279 confirmed measles cases from the outbreak. In other news, The Nasdaq on Tuesday unveiled a new regional headquarters that would be located in Dallas, becoming the latest elite financial institution tapping into a “Texas Miracle” of pro-business sentiment and strong regional growth; and cell phone bans that launched in some North Texas schools in recent years may be expanded statewide. Texas House members on Tuesday debated whether to prohibit students from having their phones out during class time.

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