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Texas sees 51% drop in border apprehensions after Operation Lone Star expands | Texas

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Bethany Blankley | contributor – 2024-11-01 12:56:00

SUMMARY: Border Patrol apprehensions of illegal crossers in fell 51% in fiscal 2024, down to 534,333 from 1,045,655 in fiscal 2023. This decrease followed Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s expansion of Operation Lone Star (OLS) and the hiring of a border czar. While Texas saw a significant decline, illegal entries surged in New Mexico, Arizona, and California, where various sectors reported nearly double the apprehensions to Texas. The El Paso sector had the highest apprehensions in fiscal 2024, largely driven by increased activity in New Mexico. The drop in Texas reflects OLS’s efforts and collaboration with other states.

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Texas purchases border properties to continue security, conservation efforts | Texas

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Bethany Blankley | contributor – 2024-11-01 07:15:00

SUMMARY: has expanded its border security and conservation efforts by a 1,402-acre ranch in Starr County, crucial for a future border wall along the Rio Grande. The Texas General Office (GLO) has also approved the construction of 1.5 miles of border wall on this property. Texas, the first to build its own wall, has already constructed over 30 miles. Additionally, the GLO acquired the Brewster Ranch, the largest privately owned ranch in Texas, covering over 350,000 acres, for conservation and security purposes. The state’s actions amid rising illegal crossings and heightened security concerns in border .

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Good Morning San Antonio 6 a.m. : Nov 01, 2024

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www.youtube.com – KSAT 12 – 2024-11-01 07:10:43

SUMMARY: San Antonio are investigating a Halloween night shooting where a bystander was during an altercation. In other , a US military pilot ejected safely before his plane crashed in South Carolina after misdiagnosing a flight emergency. San Antonio sees continued rain chances this , with highs around 82 degrees. The prepares to welcome its first female fire chief, Valeria Frost, while the police department’s second female assistant chief, Karen Faulk, retires. Early concludes , with nearly 470,000 ballots cast in Bexar County. Local include performances and cultural festivities this weekend.

The KSAT 12 News Team provides a look at local, regional, statewide and national news events and the latest information on local traffic and weather issues.

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Orlando mass shooting: Multiple people injured in deadly shooting in downtown, police say

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www.youtube.com – KHOU 11 – 2024-11-01 04:54:22

SUMMARY: The Atlanta Department is investigating a shooting involving multiple victims in Orlando, which occurred around 1:07 a.m. at Central Boulevard and Orange Avenue. A second shooting incident was reported shortly afterward near Washington Street. There are eight victims, two deceased and six others in stable at a local hospital. The , 17-year-old Jayen Dwayne Edgar, was apprehended near Washington and Orange after quickly responded to the scene. Halloween night drew a large crowd, highlighting the officers’ swift action amidst the chaos. The investigation remains ongoing as more details emerge.

Eight people were shot, two fatally in downtown Orlando early Friday and a suspect was in custody, authorities said.

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