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High-speed rail, transit funds among Texas Legislature bill filings this session
SUMMARY: During the 89th Texas legislative session, lawmakers will review several transportation-related bills. Key proposals include House Bill 1564, capping train lengths at 8,500 feet, and House Bill 483, advocating for high-speed rail linking Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio. In contrast, House Bill 1402 seeks to prohibit state funding for high-speed rail projects. Also proposed are amendments to the State Highway Fund to support transit-oriented projects and clarify funding usage for highway and transit projects through House Bills 58 and 542. Additionally, House Bill 663 aims to limit eminent domain for high-speed rail operations. All measures would take effect in 2025 or 2027.
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Two Houston area officers killed as Texas leads US in officer deaths | Texas
SUMMARY: Two law enforcement officers from the Houston area were killed in the line of duty on Wednesday, highlighting Texas’s troubling trend in officer fatalities. Brazoria County sheriff’s Deputy Jesus Vargas was shot while serving a warrant, leading to a manhunt where he was killed by police after he fired at officers. Vargas, a dedicated public servant for 17 years, was remembered for his integrity and community impact. Nearby, Navasota Police Sergeant Mark Butler died in a head-on collision while pursuing a suspect. Texas reported the highest number of officer deaths in 2023, reflecting growing risks faced by law enforcement.
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California wildfires: Firefighters try to gain more control of destructive fires | FOX 7 Austin
SUMMARY: Strong Santa Ana winds threatened to ignite more fires in Southern California, prompting utility companies to implement preemptive power shut-offs, leaving thousands without electricity. While anticipated winds of 70 mph haven’t yet arrived, officials stress the ongoing risk. Minimal activity is reported on the Palisades and Eden fires in Los Angeles County. Relief efforts are increasing, with FEMA receiving over 53,000 assistance applications and providing nearly $12 million in aid. Community donations focus on essentials like water and hygiene products, but there is a significant need for housing for those who lost their homes in the fires.
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‘Nothing but ashes’: Couple heartbroken after Eaton Fire destroys home on their 62nd wedding anniversary
SUMMARY: Herman and Juanita Landry, an Altadena couple, lost their home in the Eaton Fire on their 62nd wedding anniversary. The fire, which has killed 16 people and destroyed over 7,000 structures, left them with only the clothes on their backs. They described the devastation as feeling like a war zone. Despite their heartbreak, the couple is now staying at a hotel while searching for a new place to rent. Herman, a retired police officer, is considering potential lawsuits against SoCal Edison for the fire but remains uncertain. The couple continues to process their loss and navigate their next steps.
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