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Trump official orders consumer protection agency to stop work
SUMMARY: The Trump administration has ordered the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to halt nearly all operations, affecting its ability to protect consumers following the 2008 financial crisis. Russell Vought, newly appointed at the Office of Management and Budget, directed the CFPB to suspend proposed and finalized rule enforcement and cease investigations. This move targets an agency criticized by conservatives since its inception under President Obama. While the CFPB aims to safeguard consumers, including achieving nearly $20 billion in financial relief, the administration has deemed its funding excessive. Critics highlight the potential risks to consumer protection amidst ongoing tensions over financial regulation.
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Victim speaks out as Texas bill aims to make jugging a specific criminal offense
SUMMARY: A Houston woman, Catherine, became a victim of “jugging” after thieves broke into her car and stole $5,000 cash she had just withdrawn from a bank. State Representative David Cook from Fort Worth is proposing a bill, House Bill 1902, to classify jugging as a separate criminal offense in Texas, aiming to address the crime early and deter future incidents. The police have formed a task force to combat jugging and are currently searching for a gray Infinity linked to Catherine’s case. Experts advise staying vigilant and reporting suspicious vehicles to authorities to enhance personal safety.
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Houston resident, Katherine, said after she left the bank and went to church, her car was broken into. Thieves walked away with $1,000 cash.
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Lamar CISD middle school instructor killed inside home in Richmond; husband arrested
SUMMARY: The Lamar CISD community is shaken by the tragic death of Ayanna Pard, a beloved educator, allegedly involving her husband, David Pard, who is now in custody. Ayanna was an instructional coach at George Junior High School, while David serves as the school safety coordinator. The incident occurred at their Fort Bend County home, causing devastation among family members and neighbors who describe Ayanna as friendly and enthusiastic. The district plans to provide support services for students and staff amid this heartbreaking situation. The couple’s two daughters were reportedly not home during the incident.
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There was a large police presence near a home in Richmond after a woman was shot and killed Sunday.
Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office confirmed to KPRC 2 that FBCSO deputies were at the 8900 block of Rocky Knoll Lane investigating the fatal shooting of a woman inside the home.
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South San Antonio High School students protest Trump’s immigration efforts with on-campus walkout
SUMMARY: Seventeen-year-old Juan Rodriguez, a senior at South San, organized a student walkout to protest the Trump administration’s immigration and deportation policies. Students opposed the executive orders that expanded ICE enforcement, including allowing agents to enter places of worship. The school administration acknowledged the peaceful protest, respecting students’ rights to express their views. Demonstrators stood in solidarity with other schools, emphasizing unity among Latino communities. Despite the administration’s efforts to deport illegal immigrants, students vowed to continue protesting, aiming to influence those eligible to vote. Future demonstrations are already being planned to amplify their message. – Zorya Oats, Kat 12 News.
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Nearly 1,000 South San Antonio High School students walked out of class on Friday to protest President Donald Trump’s immigration efforts.
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