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Another multi-million-dollar company receives millions in taxpayer funded CHIPS Act grant | Texas
SUMMARY: The Texas CHIPS Act, established in June 2023, aims to position Texas as the leader in the semiconductor industry with over $698 million in funding. Recently, Intelligent Epitaxy Technology, Inc. received a $4.12 million grant to expand its production facility in Allen, committing $41 million to enhance wafer manufacturing for critical technologies like telecommunications and defense. Additionally, a $2.4 million grant was awarded to Dongjin Semichem Texas for a facility in Killeen, producing essential chemicals for semiconductor fabrication. These initiatives are set to bolster Texas’s semiconductor supply chain and economic security, furthering its role in the industry.
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Big changes arrive by this evening
SUMMARY: Good Tuesday morning! Today’s forecast is cloudy and warm with temperatures in the 50s and 60s, reaching near 70°F. However, a strong cold front from the Texas panhandle will arrive by 6 PM, causing temperatures to drop rapidly from 61°F to the 40s. Showers are possible, primarily along and east of I-35. After the front passes, expect cold and windy conditions with gusts up to 40 mph, resulting in wind chill values in the teens. A hard freeze is expected Thursday morning with temperatures dropping to 24°F, along with a colder stretch through the end of the week, warming by Sunday.

A cold front will bring gusty winds and cold temperatures
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Immigrants could be in US a decade before their case is resolved, lawyers say
SUMMARY: The recent dismissal of 20 U.S. immigration judges exacerbates delays in an already overburdened immigration system, where over 3.7 million cases are pending. Immigration lawyers warn that the backlogs could extend adjudication times to six or seven years. This personnel cut occurs amid the Trump administration’s government overhaul, which has left many judge positions unfilled despite funding increases. The immigration courts completed a record 914,812 cases in FY 2024, but pending cases continue to rise, particularly in Miami. Lawyers express concern that fewer judges will hinder their ability to advocate effectively for clients.
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‘You can live without fear:’ local leaders host immigration town hall to address community concerns
SUMMARY: San Antonio Bear County, alongside religious leaders, held an immigration Town Hall to alleviate concerns regarding undocumented individuals. Local officials emphasized that undocumented immigrants are entitled to rights and should feel secure contacting law enforcement if they are victims or witnesses to crimes. The event aimed to clarify that federal agents are not indiscriminately targeting schools, churches, or hospitals, although certain circumstances may allow for intervention. Local leaders reassured the community, stating current deportation practices mirror past administrations, while highlighting the fear prompted by political rhetoric. Additionally, Catholic Charities introduced the Mother Teresa Center to aid individuals with English and workforce development.

Local officials and religious leaders came together Monday evening for an immigration town hall aimed at informing the public and reducing fear in the community.
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