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Texas hospitals now required to ask patients about immigration status
SUMMARY: Starting today, Texas hospitals must ask patients about their citizenship status due to an executive order signed by Governor Greg Abbott. The order mandates that hospitals collect data on the medical visits of undocumented immigrants but ensures that patient care won’t be denied based on their responses. Hospitals that refuse to comply risk losing funding. While the method of inquiry hasn’t been specified, legal analysts highlight that patients can invoke their Fifth Amendment rights. Critics fear this may deter individuals from seeking medical care, especially amid heightened immigration discussions leading up to the election. For further details, visit ku.com.
The governor claimed the order is intended to allow the state to review the costs connected with providing medical services to undocumented immigrants.
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Manor ISD hosts vigil for student killed in stabbing | FOX 7 Austin
SUMMARY: A tragic moment unfolded as hundreds gathered to mourn 18-year-old Darren Loving, who was fatally stabbed by Mac Brown during a fight in Bonway. A candlelight memorial featured emotional tributes, reflecting the community’s heartache and the need for solidarity. Mayor and police emphasized the importance of coming together in times of grief. Attendees, including classmates and school officials, held a prayer and offered a moment of silence at the stadium. District officials urged parents to engage with their children and volunteer at schools to foster community unity in the wake of this devastating loss.
Family, friends and classmates remembered a Manor Senior High School student who was stabbed to death this week by another …
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Mother of Galena Park ISD student says her son was denied bathroom access and sat in feces through s
SUMMARY: A mother is advocating for accountability after her son, a student at Williamson Elementary in Galena Park ISD, was allegedly denied bathroom access, leading to an accident where he sat in his own feces for hours. Frustrated by the school’s lack of response, she seeks immediate action to prevent this from happening to other students. This incident follows a similar situation involving her daughter, which resulted in health issues. She has communicated with the school and is filing a report with the school constable, who acknowledged the severity of the situation. The district has not yet responded to her concerns.
The woman, who wanted to remain anonymous, said she didn’t get answers from school officials.
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East Houston tenants fear eviction as apartment complex faces city inspection issues
SUMMARY: Tenants at an East Houston complex were incorrectly informed they had 48 hours to vacate by city leaders, but city officials clarified that no eviction orders were issued. Residents have faced ongoing issues, including water quality concerns leading one mother to boil water for eight hours daily. Health problems have arisen among families, with reports of respiratory issues. Tenants have repeatedly contacted their landlord about necessary repairs, which were identified by city inspections, including drainage compliance for AC units. The landlord’s attorney stated they plan to address these issues by the city’s deadline.
Tenants at an East Houston apartment complex recently contacted KPRC 2, fearing they would need to move out within 48 hours due to city orders. However, city officials clarified that no such eviction order had been issued.
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