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Trump’s trade war among allies triggers retaliation from Canada and Mexico – KXAN Austin

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www.kxan.com – ROB GILLIES and FABIOLA SÁNCHEZ, Associated Press – 2025-02-02 18:44:00

SUMMARY: Canada and Mexico retaliated against U.S. tariffs imposed by President Trump, with Canada applying 25% tariffs on $20 billion of American goods like beverages and cosmetics, and planning further tariffs on products worth $85 billion. Mexico also announced retaliatory tariffs, but specific rates and goods were not detailed. Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau emphasized support for local products and condemned U.S. actions, stating the tariffs would have real consequences for Americans. Amidst rising tensions, citizens in both nations expressed concern over the trade war’s impact, while Mexican opinions varied on boycotting American products. The trade conflict intensifies as Canada approaches elections.

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Texas officer rescues suspected drunk driver who crashed into his squad car

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www.youtube.com – FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth – 2025-03-06 21:41:32


SUMMARY: A Rowlette police officer, Isaac Gorski, rescued a suspected drunk driver, Lynn Allen Smith, who crashed into his squad car on Interstate 30. Despite being injured in the collision, Gorski shattered the car’s window to save the unresponsive driver, dragging him to safety away from danger. The incident occurred while Gorski was helping with traffic after a related police chase in Garland, where suspect Jose Andrew Yabara fled and later drowned in Lake Ray Hubbard. Gorski, an Army veteran and recent transfer from the Dallas Police Department, was later treated and released from the hospital.

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Rowlett police say an injured officer whose squad car was hit by a suspected drunk driver managed to rescue that driver from his fiery vehicle. “Instead of doing a self-evaluation of his injuries, he doesn’t think twice; his law enforcement instinct kicks in.”

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Tracking this weekend's weather in Houston

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www.youtube.com – KPRC 2 Click2Houston – 2025-03-06 12:37:29

SUMMARY: Meteorologist Amanda Galushka discusses the weekend weather forecast for Houston. After experiencing severe thunderstorms and red flag warnings earlier in the week, the area will enjoy a dry and pleasant Thursday, with temperatures rising into the 70s. Humidity will increase as winds from the southeast bring moisture. For those attending the concert tonight, a light jacket is recommended as temperatures will drop to the upper 50s. A cold front is expected on Saturday, bringing rain and potential severe weather in the morning but leading to a beautiful afternoon. Temperatures will rebound into the 70s and 80s next week, with a lunar eclipse next Friday.

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New Texas bill targets Project Connect, other tax rate election-funded capital projects

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www.kxan.com – Kelsey Thompson – 2025-03-06 10:45:00

SUMMARY: Rep. Ellen Troxclair filed House Bill 3879, the Texas Taxpayer & Voter Defense Act, which seeks to prevent tax-rate elections from funding large capital projects like Austin’s Project Connect light rail program. The bill targets perceived loopholes, including the lack of limits on project scope and cost changes after voter approval. It requires amendments to the Texas Tax Code to define projects that “materially deviate” from voter-approved plans. While not naming Project Connect directly, Troxclair criticized the program, citing legal challenges and significant changes to its scope. Similar legislation was introduced in 2023 but was not passed.

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