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Hudson Fire: Latest on Bastrop County wildfire | FOX 7 Austin

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www.youtube.com – FOX 7 Austin – 2024-11-04 12:01:53

SUMMARY: As of this morning, the Hudson fire in Bastrop County is 30% contained, having initially started as a structural fire. Firefighters constructed a bulldozer line around the perimeter, aided by high humidity that reduced fire activity. Residents are still evacuated, with road closures on Alum Creek and Park Road 1C. About 60 homes have been evacuated for safety. Challenges today include potential pop-up thunderstorms and gusty winds, which could complicate containment efforts. The Bastrop County Office of Emergency Management has provided resources for evacuated families and their pets as containment activities continue.

The Hudson Fire has burned about 400 acres and officials now know the cause. Jessica Rivera has the latest on the Bastrop County wildfire.

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ISIS-linked Houston man indicted, planned 9/11 style terrorist attack | Texas

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Bethany Blankley | The Center Square contributor – 2024-11-14 16:41:00

SUMMARY: Anas Said, a 28-year-old from Houston, was indicted and arrested for attempting to provide material support to ISIS. Following the October 7 Hamas attacks, Said allegedly planned a terrorist attack on military recruiting centers in Houston and expressed intentions to harm the Israeli community and former President George W. Bush. Investigators found evidence of his ongoing support for ISIS, including propaganda creation and explosive-making research. He had been under FBI surveillance since 2017 for viewing ISIS literature. Accused of being a national security threat, he faces a maximum 20-year sentence if convicted.

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Texas officers apprehend human smugglers, rescue unaccompanied children | Texas

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Bethany Blankley | The Center Square contributor – 2024-11-14 09:56:00

SUMMARY: Texas DPS troopers are actively apprehending human smugglers and rescuing unaccompanied minors along the border through Operation Lone Star. Recent arrests included a smuggler leading a vehicle chase, multiple apprehensions of Mexican nationals, and discovery of individuals hiding in vehicle gas tanks. Notably, a TikTok video helped locate a coyote guiding migrants. Troopers stopped a group of 114 illegal crossers, including 13 minors, while efforts have led to over 900 rescues of unaccompanied children since Biden took office. The operation has resulted in over 525,800 illegal border crossers apprehended and a significant decrease in illegal crossings by 51%.

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How can Houston residents make more money from the money they’ve got?

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www.youtube.com – KPRC 2 Click2Houston – 2024-11-14 06:44:15

SUMMARY: This morning’s discussion focused on maximizing earnings from existing money by transferring funds from traditional bank savings accounts—often offering minimal interest—to high-yield online savings accounts. Debbie and George, U.S. Army veterans, learned from their son about the potential to earn significantly more with online banks like Synchrony, which offers around 4.5% interest compared to traditional banks’ negligible rates. Financial expert Ted Rossman highlighted that top online savings accounts currently offer rates up to 5%. For example, a $110,000 deposit could yield $500 in a year at 5%, versus just $1 with 0.01% from traditional banks.

KPRC 2’s Bill Spencer is looking into why you might consider moving your money to a bank that will give you back money from interest.

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