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TX lawmaker exposed: Texted judge to illegally sway death row case
SUMMARY: The fate of Roberson, condemned to death for the 2000 murder of his 2-year-old daughter, remains uncertain amid significant political tensions. Texas State Representative Jeff Leech is facing backlash from Attorney General Ken Paxton after sending inappropriate texts to Judge Michelle Slaughter, requesting a new trial for Roberson. Leech admitted his mistake, while the judge maintained impartiality. Roberson’s execution, originally set for October 17, was halted as a Texas house committee seeks his testimony, citing discredited scientific evidence in his conviction. Paxton counters with evidence favoring the original verdict, leading to a contentious legal standoff likely influenced by upcoming judicial changes.
The lawmaker told a Texas judge that death row inmate Robert Robertson deserves a new trial. The Texas Attorney General says the text violates state rules.
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KSAT News at 6 p.m. : Oct 29, 2024
SUMMARY: A jury found Jordan Eaton guilty of murder and aggravated assault related to the December 2022 shooting of Valentine Gonzalez, leading to sentencing deliberations that included testimonies from over a dozen family and friends advocating for Eaton’s chance at redemption. Meanwhile, seven individuals were arrested during a multi-agency raid in Bexar County targeting homes linked to criminal activities. In other news, early voting continues for the upcoming election with over 367,000 ballots cast, while East Central ISD seeks voter approval for a $360 million bond amid expected growth in student enrollment. A reported wildcat sighting in a local neighborhood raises safety concerns, and ahead of Halloween, authorities remind residents about safety measures for trick-or-treating.
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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Harris County Jail stopped working with ICE in 2017 under sheriffโs directive | Texas
SUMMARY: Harris County Jail in Texas, identified as a cartel hub, detains many undocumented criminals, including violent offenders. Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, who terminated collaboration with ICE in 2017, is facing crime surges and lawsuits as he seeks re-election while upholding the county’s โsanctuary cityโ status. Despite claims of reduced crime, investigations reveal significant unaddressed violent crime reports. Nationally, local jurisdictions’ refusal to cooperate with ICE has led to many dangerous criminals being released. As of July 2024, over 662,000 noncitizens with criminal histories are on ICE’s docket, raising public safety concerns amid ongoing political conflicts over immigration policies.
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Passing, isolated shower today
SUMMARY: Good Tuesday morning! Justin Warn gives us a weather update, noting intermittent light rain today with a 20% chance continuing into tomorrow. Temperatures will reach about 86ยฐF, with humidity and southeast winds gusting up to 30 mph. Tomorrow will see similar, hit-or-miss showers, but by Wednesday evening, a front will approach the Hill Country, potentially bringing isolated storms into San Antonio by Thursday morningโour best chance for rain. The Halloween forecast includes early rain chances, but conditions should improve for trick-or-treating, with temperatures in the 80s. Expect small rain chances through the weekend as well.
Slightly better odds of rain Thursday morning.
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