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Elon Musk email federal workers to explain what they did last week
SUMMARY: Elon Musk, head of the new Department of Government Efficiency (Doge), faces backlash for demanding federal employees submit a list of five weekly accomplishments within 48 hours, threatening resignation for non-compliance. While the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) confirmed the request, it did not mention potential terminations, stating individual agencies would determine follow-up actions. Confusion arises as FBI Director Cash Patel advises personnel to pause their responses, opting for internal interviews instead. Critics argue Musk’s heavy-handed approach lacks compassion and complexity, emphasizing the intricacies of government operations, with unions promising to challenge any unlawful dismissals.

Elon Musk is asking federal employees to explain what they did last week as his Department of Government Efficiency looks to make cuts.
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MCSO: Man arrested, charged after 3 shot at The Woodlands pub
SUMMARY: A triple shooting at the Goose’s Acre pub in The Woodlands early Sunday morning has shocked the community. The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office reported the shooter, 27-year-old Calvin Sanders, was arrested after bystanders detained him. Three victims—a 31-year-old man, a 29-year-old man, and a 27-year-old woman—were injured, and their conditions remain unknown. The usually crowded pub was closed for the day, with signs expressing sympathy for the victims. Locals expressed surprise at the violence in a typically safe area, while police maintained a heavy presence as the investigation continues. The pub plans to reopen tomorrow.

According to the Montgomery Co. Sheriff’s Office, when deputies got to the scene, they found two men, ages 31 and 29, and a woman, age 27, with gunshot wounds.
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6 San Antonio area high school girls basketball teams punch tickets to state semifinals
SUMMARY: Six San Antonio area high school girls’ basketball teams secured spots in the state semifinals. In a thrilling 6A D1 Regional final, Steel defeated Brennan 64-60 in overtime, with Somaya Witcher leading Steel with 24 points. The Knights will face Summer Creek in the state semifinals. Wagner won the 5A D1 Regional Championship over Piper, 54-42, and will play Georgetown next. Churchill triumphed over San Marcos 44-39, while Fredericksburg beat DAV. In boys’ action, Post, Floresville, Alamo Heights, and Brennan advanced, along with Antonian and St. Anthony in TAPPS playoffs. The regional round was delayed due to weather.

The regional round of the high school girls basketball playoffs across Texas was delayed by a day due to weather on Friday night. This set up an intense Saturday as teams competed to punch their ticket to the fifth round.
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Houston’s faith community unites in prayer as Pope Francis battles complex lung infection
SUMMARY: Pope Francis remains in critical condition due to a complex lung infection and has been receiving treatment at Jelli Hospital in Rome. His condition worsened with respiratory issues and anemia, requiring high-flow oxygen and blood transfusions. Despite being in pain, the Pope remains alert and spent much of the day in an armchair. Houston’s faith community united in prayer for his recovery, with parishioners at the Co-Cathedral of Sacred Heart holding a special prayer during Saturday’s 5 p.m. Mass. Many hope for the Pope’s recovery, as he is seen as a symbol of unity and compassion within the church.

The Saturday 5 p.m. mass at Co-Cathedral of Sacred Heart in downtown Houston started with a brief message of prayer as Pope …
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