www.kxan.com – Grace Reader – 2024-12-18 02:37:00

SUMMARY: The city of Austin’s HOME initiative (Home Options for Middle-income Empowerment) aims to increase affordable housing by modifying land development codes. Applications include converting garages into residences, building two-story townhomes, and adding accessory units. As of now, 264 applications have been submitted, primarily under phase one, which permits up to three units on single-family lots and tiny homes. Phase two, which reduces minimum lot size requirements, has seen only four submissions. Community groups express concerns about data accessibility regarding the initiative’s impact, with calls for better geographic analysis of applications. The city is compiling data for an upcoming report.

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www.youtube.com – KHOU 11 – 2024-12-17 22:15:36

SUMMARY: Christina Salazar, recently deported to Mexico with her four children, including newborn twins, shares her harrowing experience. Deported during a meeting with immigration authorities, Christina claims she was caught off guard and unprepared, lacking essentials for her babies. She missed her immigration court hearing due to complications from an emergency C-section. Christina’s husband, a U.S. citizen, was denied the chance to say goodbye or help her, as agents took her phone and expedited her removal. Concerned for her children’s health, her family is now seeking legal assistance and urging lawmakers for a resolution to reunite them soon.

Federico Arellano Jr.’s attorneys are working to get lawmakers involved so he can be reunited with his wife and four children, two of which were born in Houston.

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www.youtube.com – FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth – 2024-12-17 18:07:17

SUMMARY: Police in Madison, Wisconsin, are investigating a tragic school shooting involving a 15-year-old girl who killed a teacher and a student before taking her own life. A second-grade teacher made the initial 911 call. Authorities are examining a potential manifesto linked to the shooter for clues about her motives, which they believe may involve multiple factors. While the school district is reopening nearby schools, concerns about student safety persist. Two injured students remain in critical condition, and the shooter’s family is reportedly cooperating with the investigation. Further updates on the manifesto are expected from the police.

Who is 15-year-old Natalie Rupnow – and how did she end up at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison?

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