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Texas bill would ban taxpayer money funding legal defense of illegal border crossers | Texas
SUMMARY: Texas state Rep. Giovanni Capriglione has introduced House Bill 1554, which seeks to prohibit taxpayer funding for legal services aiding illegal foreign nationals, particularly in deportation cases. The bill targets public entities, including colleges and local governments, from granting money for legal representation related to immigration proceedings. This initiative arises amid rising legal defense funds against deportation, supported by organizations like the Vera Institute of Justice. The bill exempts indigent defendants and aims to curb millions spent annually by Texas cities like Houston, Austin, and San Antonio on legal assistance for undocumented immigrants facing deportation.
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San Antonio man shares his journey to losing 127 pounds backed by community support
SUMMARY: Christopher Caris, a San Antonio resident, lost 127 pounds through the Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) program, gaining recognition as the TOPS Texas King for his achievement. Struggling with weight all his life, a difficult experience on a flight in 2021 motivated him to seek change. Joining TOPS with his mother, he benefited from their education and support, finding success in counting calories. TOPS has eight chapters in the San Antonio area, providing weekly meetings to help members maintain their weight loss journeys. Chris encourages others to persevere and find methods that work for them.

San Antonio resident Chris DeVicariis has struggled with his weight for over 40 years.
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Teagan Kavan’s no-hitter highlights Texas Longhorns’ sweep at Missouri
SUMMARY: No. 1 Texas swept a 3-game series at Missouri in SEC softball, starting with a 5-inning no-hitter by Teagan Kavan in an 8-0 win. Kavan struck out 11 batters in her first career no-hitter. Texas won both games of a Sunday doubleheader, 4-3 and 3-1, to stay atop the SEC standings. Kavan earned the save in the first game, while she picked up her 17th win in the second after pitching 8 innings with 13 strikeouts. Texas is now 37-3 and 10-2 in the SEC, with their next games against Texas State and No. 9 Tennessee.
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Rain and thunderstorms trigger historic flooding across central United States
SUMMARY: Relentless rain and severe thunderstorms have caused historic flooding and tornadoes across the central United States, resulting in at least 17 deaths. The five-day storm left a path of destruction, with torrential rain exceeding a foot in some areas. In Kentucky, many roads are underwater, and northern Arkansas saw the Spring River flood, surrounding homes. Memphis and Nashville experienced significant flooding, leaving cars stranded and basements submerged. The storms also triggered tornadoes, devastating communities. With 22 million people still under flood watches, the threat of further damage remains. The storms have caused widespread devastation across the region.

Rain and thunderstorms trigger historic flooding across central United States
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