SUMMARY: In just one week, Texas Department of Public Safety Troopers apprehended over 300 individuals attempting illegal border crossings, a notable increase following President Biden‘s executive order imposing stricter asylum policies. Many detainees are taken to facilities like the Pearsall Detention Center, which has a maximum capacity of 1,842. Simultaneously, 230 non-citizens were apprehended by DPS in Eagle Pass and more were caught by the Texas National Guard. The detention centers aim to ensure public safety, with ICE committed to returning those who exhaust legal options. Meanwhile, community efforts are ongoing to register voters ahead of the upcoming elections and address cancer among Latinos.

The KSAT 12 News Team provides a look at local, regional, statewide and national news events and the latest information on local traffic and weather issues.

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SUMMARY: As of the latest update, a hurricane is currently a Category 1 storm with 90 mph winds but is expected to rapidly intensify to a Category 3 (125 mph) by 7 p.m. tomorrow and potentially reach Category 4 by Tuesday. Forecasts suggest landfall by Wednesday evening, likely between Tampa and Fort Myers. Mandatory evacuations are being issued, with impacts including heavy rainfall (7-10+ inches), flash flooding, and significant storm surge in the Tampa area. Winds may reach up to 145 mph, leading to increased warnings as residents brace for severe conditions from this developing system.

Meteorologist Brooke Laizer has the 10 p.m. update on Hurricane Milton heading toward Florida.

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Tragic Loss in Washington Parish

Frankie Crosby Sr., a 67-year-old member of the Washington Parish School Board and candidate for Franklinton Alderman, has passed away. Franklinton police discovered him in his truck on Parker Street. Initially investigated as a homicide, authorities now report no foul play is suspected. Crosby was serving his second term on the school board and was beloved in the community. The board expressed deep sadness over his loss and requested the community keep Crosby’s family in their prayers while honoring his memory and contributions to the community.

Police said they found the body of 67-year-old Frankie L. Crosby Sr. in his car, a release said.

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