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Hurricane Milton: Death toll rises as Florida recovers from damage

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www.youtube.com – FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth – 2024-10-11 18:05:22


SUMMARY: Storm victims in Florida are facing ongoing hazards following Hurricane Milton, including flood-related health risks and electrocution threats from submerged power lines. The Tampa and St. Petersburg areas are notably affected, with over 2 million residents still without power and a boil water notice in place for St. Petersburg. At least 16 fatalities have been linked to the storm. Evacuees share their struggles, as families relocate due to severe damage. Brighton Young, who has lived in Florida for two years, is anxious about returning home after surviving multiple hurricanes, while others are choosing to settle elsewhere for safety.

Power and other utilities continued to slowly be restored across Florida on Friday after Hurricane Milton made landfall on the Gulf Coast, flooding neighborhoods and spawning deadly tornadoes.

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Cool morning, Warm afternoon, then a Thanksgiving cold front

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November 21, 2024

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www.youtube.com – KSAT 12 – 2024-11-21 22:01:13

SUMMARY: The morning is chilly, with temperatures starting at 43°F but rising to 70°F by noon and reaching a high of 75°F later. This trend of increasing temperatures will continue into the weekend, peaking at 82°F on Sunday, while mornings remain in the low 60s. A cold front is expected around Thanksgiving, potentially impacting temperatures, though currently, South Central Texas will not feel the effects of colder air for a few days. Today, expect a high around 70°F, becoming windy and setting the stage for cooler weather after Thanksgiving.

Jacket in the morning, short sleeves by noon

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Abbott directs state agencies to divest from investments originating from China | Texas

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November 21, 2024

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Bethany Blankley | The Center Square contributor – 2024-11-21 19:24:00

SUMMARY: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has issued multiple directives to prepare for the upcoming legislative session focusing on threats from China. One executive order aims to protect Texans of Chinese descent from CCP operatives, while another orders state agencies to prepare for potential attacks on critical infrastructure. Abbott emphasized the need for divestment from Chinese investments due to financial risks associated with CCP aggression. He called for immediate evaluation and divestment of state funds in China, fostering collaboration with other governors to encourage investment alternatives. These measures follow discussions by a select committee exploring foreign threats to Texas’ economy and security.

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Here's why the city of Dallas wasn't held liable in the Botham Jean shooting

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November 21, 2024

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www.youtube.com – FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth – 2024-11-21 17:54:57


SUMMARY: A Supreme Court ruling from 1978, known as the Monell Doctrine, protects municipalities like Dallas from financial liability for employees’ unlawful actions, even in severe cases such as the killing of Botham Jean by former police officer Amber Guyger. The jury awarded Jean’s family $98.6 million—$38.6 million in compensatory damages and $60 million in punitive damages—while the city was granted immunity in the lawsuit, despite its role in hiring and training Guyger. This ruling creates high barriers for families pursuing claims against municipalities while highlighting disparities in accountability for wrongful actions by police officers.

The family’s attorney said the city should share in liability with Amber Guyger for hiring her and training her. However, the city filed a motion to be removed from the lawsuit, and it was granted. A Dallas appellate attorney explains why.

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