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Secret Service agents shoot armed man | FOX 7 Austin
SUMMARY: Secret Service agents shot 27-year-old Andrew Dawson from Indiana, who was armed with a firearm and a knife near the White House. The agency had received a tip regarding a potential suicide risk, and upon spotting Dawson, they ordered him to drop his weapons. When he did not comply, agents opened fire. Fortunately, no Secret Service agents or the president, who was in West Palm Beach, Florida, were harmed. Dawson was taken to the hospital, and his condition remains unclear. The Metropolitan Police Department is now leading the investigation into the incident.

An armed man was shot by Secret Service agents near the White House early Sunday morning. No one was hurt and it happened while the president was out of town. FOX’s Madeleine Rivera reports.
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KHOU 11’s Orko Manna, a first-timer at RodeoHouston, tries out fan-favorite foods and desserts
SUMMARY: Orko Manna, a first-time visitor to RodeoHouston, explores the must-eat foods and exhibits. As a Texas newcomer, Manna is excited yet overwhelmed by the vast options. He tries fried Oreos, a favorite of regulars, and a savory turkey leg at Biggie’s BBQ, recommended by a local Houstonian. Manna also samples the award-winning cotton candy-covered bacon at Russo’s Fat Bacon. After indulging, he visits the NRG Center’s AgVenture section, where livestock, especially cows, chickens, and goats, are the stars. Manna’s experience highlights the best of RodeoHouston’s food and animal exhibits.

KHOU 11 Reporter Orko Manna, a recent Texas transplant, got advice from RodeoHouston regulars on the best foods to eat.
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Behind the scenes with Dr. Leslie Easterwood, the show vet in charge of keeping 18K animals healthy
SUMMARY: TITLE: Behind the scenes with Dr. Leslie Easterwood, the show vet in charge of keeping 18K animals healthy.
MAIN CONTENT: For decades, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has been a major attraction, drawing millions annually. While attendees enjoy the festivities, a dedicated team ensures the health of nearly 20,000 animals. Dr. Leslie Easterwood, a veterinarian since 2003 and a former intern, leads this effort. She emphasizes the importance of hydration, noting that animals often require flavor adjustments to their water for maximum intake. Despite her years of experience, Dr. Easterwood finds each show unique and continues to be motivated by the well-being of the animals she cares for.

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo draws thousands of show animals each year, ranging from rabbits to goats, sheep, …
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Drag racing community remembers man killed in Texas storm
SUMMARY: The drag racing community is mourning the loss of 42-year-old TJ Bailey, who died during severe storms in Ellis County, Texas. Bailey, a drag racing promoter and track specialist, was in an RV with his family when it flipped due to high winds. Friends and family are shocked and grieving his unexpected passing, emphasizing the impact he had on many lives. The storms brought 80 mph winds and golf ball-sized hail, causing extensive damage in the area. In response, the drag racing community is raising funds to support Bailey’s family, with the Texas Motorplex dedicating their next event to his memory.

Friends and family members tell FOX 4 T.J. Bailey was killed when powerful straight-line winds blew through Ellis County on Saturday morning. Bailey was working at the Texas Motorplex in Ennis when the storms blew through.
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