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Texas Senate gives approval to ‘school choice’ bill, but House members say they will block it
SUMMARY: The Texas Senate has given preliminary approval to school funding bills that include education savings accounts (ESAs). SB One provides $8,000 accounts for eligible students to use on private school tuition and related fees, while SB Two includes $10,000 raises for teachers in rural school districts and an extra $3,000 for urban teachers. It also increases public school funding by $75 per student, the first increase in four years. However, there is no guarantee of a similar outcome in the Texas House, as a coalition of Democrats and rural Republicans historically block voucher legislation in the House. Governor Abbott has said he believes the House is close to passing education savings accounts, but opposition from Democrats could hinder its progress. Critics argue that ESAs would take public dollars away from public schools in need. Governor Abbott has stated that he will only add teacher pay raises and school funding to the special session if school choice is passed by both chambers. The latest data shows that Texas teachers are paid about $8,000 less per year than the national average. Critics see this as a power play by the governor and argue that it shows disrespect for teachers. School board trustees are focused on keeping crucial public dollars in their districts, as some districts have had to pay large sums back to the state and still face budget deficits. Teachers worry about competition for funds and the potential for a smaller budget if school choice passes.
The Texas Senate gave preliminary approval, once again, to school funding bills that include education savings accounts, but there's no guarantee of a similar outcome in the Texas House.
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SUMMARY: On Wednesday morning at 10:15, a 911 caller discovered two individuals with severe injuries at the Urban Villa's Apartments. Austin Fire Department arrived first, followed by the Austin Police Department (APD) half an hour later, declaring both individuals dead. The incident is under investigation as the 31st homicide of the year, with no confirmation whether it was a murder-suicide. Victims were a man and a woman, yet their identities remain undisclosed. Residents are terrified due to frequent criminal activities, noting multiple aggravated assaults, burglaries, and thefts in the area over the past year, which increases their fear for safety.
Two people were found dead at an apartment complex in Austin and the Austin Police Department is investigating it as a homicide.
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SUMMARY: A man in Harris County Jail for murder is now accused of kidnapping 29-year-old Kaye Goodwin, missing from Baytown since April 21st. Quan Flowers, already charged with murdering Megan Rouse in May, kidnapped and assaulted Goodwin, though her whereabouts remain unknown. Goodwin’s mother received a call demanding $600, hearing her daughter’s cries for help. Baytown police, alongside Goodwin’s mother, are pleading for public assistance. Evidence traced to Houston suggested Flowers’ involvement in Goodwin’s case. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact Baytown Crime Stoppers, as the community seeks answers and the family longs for peace.
Where is Kalie Goodwin? A question her friends and family have been asking since 29-year-old Goodwin was taken from her Baytown home on or about April 21, 2024.
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