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FBI issues warning as mail theft-related check fraud on the rise
SUMMARY: The FBI warns of a surge in mail theft and check fraud, with reports doubling between 2021 and 2023. Factors contributing to the increase include checks left in mailboxes overnight, postal facility break-ins, robberies of postal employees, and bribery of postal workers—some called “postal plugs.” Recent incidents include three suspects with homemade mailbox keys arrested in Sugar Land and a mail carrier robbed in Tomball. To protect against fraud, the FBI advises using indelible black ink pens, avoiding blank spaces on checks, and regularly checking online banking for alterations. This warning marks a significant concern for the FBI.

Check fraud is increasing and a lot of that fraud is being enabled through mail theft. The FBI says suspicious activity reports related to check fraud have nearly doubled from 2021 to 2023.
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Details of 6-month-old Northwest Side apartment murder surprising to suspect’s neighbor
SUMMARY: San Antonio police have arrested 40-year-old Philip Ramirez in connection with the murder of 44-year-old Andrea Unzelda, whose death was initially reported as an accidental overdose. Investigators discovered a bloody scene in Ramirez’s apartment on Fredericksburg Road, with evidence suggesting Unzelda had been beaten and strangled. A neighbor recalled hearing a loud argument the night of the incident but was unaware of the severity of the situation. An autopsy revealed the cause of death, shifting the case from accidental death to murder. Ramirez is currently held in jail on murder charges and other warrants.

Philip Ramirez, 40, is accused of beating and strangling a woman in October. He was arrested Tuesday in connection with her murder.
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Trump’s latest round of tariffs have taken effect — and more retaliation is coming. What we know
SUMMARY: President Donald Trump has initiated extensive tariffs against nearly all U.S. trading partners, with a new wave of tariffs taking effect recently, including a minimum 10% rate. These “reciprocal” tariffs apply severe rates up to 50%, particularly affecting smaller economies. China is set to counter with an 84% tariff on American goods, responding to Trump’s escalated measures. The European Union also approved retaliatory tariffs on $23 billion worth of products. Existing tariffs include 25% on steel and aluminum, with potential for more product-specific taxes. Economic experts warn these tariffs will raise consumer prices amid ongoing trade tensions.
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KSAT is monitoring costs of Texas grocery staples. Here’s what prices we saw in April.
SUMMARY: KSAT is tracking Texas grocery prices in April, highlighting the impact of tariffs and stock fluctuations. Key prices include cereal ($3), oatmeal and tortillas ($2.48), coffee ($5.98), bananas ($1.50 for 2 lbs), cheese ($2.19), milk ($3.76), and eggs ($3.98). Other staples like beans, lunch meat, and peanut butter were priced around $1.48 to $6.28. Experts suggest buying frozen produce and generic brands to save money, and sticking to shopping lists to avoid overspending. A comparison between H-E-B and Walmart showed slight price differences, with H-E-B costing $49.94 and Walmart $48.82. Prices will continue to be monitored.

KSAT has been tracking the staples at the grocery store since January. We will begin posting a list each month of the same 15 items and their cost. We are buying the most affordable items, most of which are generic store brands. Here are April’s prices.
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