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Abbott warns Texas Children’s: comply with immigration order or lose funding | Texas
SUMMARY: Gov. Greg Abbott reprimanded a Texas Children’s Hospital cardiologist, Dr. Tony Pastor, for posting a TikTok suggesting patients could ignore an executive order requiring hospitals to gather citizenship information from patients. Abbott warned the hospital of potential funding loss for non-compliance. The order, enacted in August, mandates that hospitals report costs incurred for illegal foreign nationals and aims to address the financial burden of healthcare for undocumented migrant patients. Texas Children’s Hospital declared its support for the order, stating doctors’ personal views do not reflect the hospital’s stance. Abbott’s directive follows significant increases in illegal border crossings under the Biden administration.
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Vigil held for Greenville police officer killed in ambush attack
SUMMARY: Greenville police officer Cooper Dawson, 27, was killed in the line of duty while pursuing suspect Christian Sparger, who opened fire during a chase. Despite being injured, Dawson returned fire, hitting Sparger. A vigil was held in Roy City, where Dawson’s family expressed gratitude for the community’s support, emphasizing their overwhelming grief. Known as a dedicated public servant, military veteran, husband, and father of three, Dawson’s legacy is honored by friends and fellow officers. The Greenville police department continues to provide updates, including details about Dawson’s upcoming funeral, while Sparger remains in critical condition.
Officer Cooper Dawson is being remembered as a valued public servant, father and husband. He was also a proud military …
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San Antonio travelers among millions flying out for Thanksgiving
SUMMARY: On Thanksgiving travel day, around seven million people nationwide took to the skies, with San Antonio International Airport experiencing a slow start to the holiday travel rush. Many travelers, like the Martinez family heading to Cancun, arrived early to avoid crowds. New soldiers returning home expressed excitement about surprising their families. While traditional turkey dinners are common, some opted for unique choices, like a taco Thanksgiving or local Belgian dishes. Travelers reported smooth experiences with no flight delays, although it remains to be seen how the return journey on Sunday will unfold.
Although record breaking crowds were expected at airports across the country, the travel rush got off to a sluggish start in San Antonio.
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Court docs reveal 16-year-old pleaded for help after being fatally shot by teen brother
SUMMARY: Ryder Tdeton, a 17-year-old, is facing manslaughter charges for allegedly shooting and killing his younger brother in a Tomball barn. Investigators revealed Tdeton attempted to shift blame to a friend and instructed witnesses to deny his involvement. Witnesses reported hearing the victim call for help before the incident. Initially uncooperative, Tdeton later admitted to pulling the trigger while handling the firearm, claiming it was unintentional. He has posted bond but remains in custody, with his next court appearance scheduled for December 2nd in Harris County.
A teenager appeared in PC court Tuesday morning after he was arrested for allegedly shooting and killing his younger brother as a group of teens handled a firearm in a barn in Tomball.
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