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Man connected to Austin AMBER Alert, double homicide in custody | FOX 7 Austin
SUMMARY: Austin Police have arrested a man, Sherles Marcado Hernandez, in connection with the double homicide of two individuals in their 20s, discovered with gunshot wounds in a car at an apartment complex. This incident, related to an Amber Alert issued for Hernandez’s three missing children, marks the 51st and 52nd homicides in Austin for 2024. Police received a 911 call early Monday morning about the bodies, which appeared to have been there for some time. The Amber Alert was canceled after the children were found safe, not long after their disappearance, and Hernandez is now in custody at the Travis County Jail.
A man in connection to an AMBER Alert for three missing children from Austin and a double murder in Southeast Austin is in …
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50 rallies in 50 states: National anti-Project 2025 protest held in Austin
SUMMARY: Demonstrators gathered at the Texas State Capitol on Wednesday to protest Project 2025 and President Trump’s executive orders as part of the nationwide action #50501. Project 2025, from the Heritage Foundation, aims to reshape the federal government by eliminating agencies and targeting minority groups and diversity initiatives. Protesters expressed frustration over their representatives’ lack of response and emphasized the need for community action. Signs supported immigrants and transgender rights while criticizing Trump and Elon Musk, who is linked to the push to eliminate federal agencies. The rally aimed to foster ongoing activism and engagement beyond the event.
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HISD parents, students protest state takeover with massive 'sick-out'
SUMMARY: This morning, parents and students in the Houston Independent School District (HISD) are protesting against state-appointed leadership, with a call for a “sick out” to signify a day without students in the district. The protest, starting at 8:00 AM, is meant to express the community’s lack of trust in Mike Miles and the appointed board. Concerns include unexpected classroom changes and misdirection of funds, with $870 million in unapproved transactions raising alarms. Parents hope today’s demonstration leads to meaningful change and reminds the appointed officials that they answer to the community. HISD stresses that schools are the safest places for students.
Thousands of HISD students and parents are protesting state-appointed leadership Wednesday with a district-wide “sick-out.”
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New resource center opens for families in Montgomery ISD
SUMMARY: A wanted fugitive, 32-year-old Robert Johnson, was arrested inside a Clear Lake McDonald’s after ignoring commands from US Marshals. He cut off his ankle monitor and had been on the run since last year. After being tased and threatening officers, a canine was used to subdue him; he was treated at a hospital and is recovering. Meanwhile, Amy Volz has been battling State Farm regarding extensive roof damage from Hurricane Barry, which they initially estimated at $2,000 despite contractors quoting $40,000. In Montgomery ISD, a new Resource Center has opened to support families facing food insecurity.
A new resource center aimed at making sure those in need in Montgomery ISD don’t go without having what they need to succeed is now open.
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