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2024 election: Former Vice President Mike Pence ends Republican presidential nomination campaign after struggling to gain traction

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8 months ago

October 28, 2023

abc13.com – AP – 2023-10-28 14:04:28

SUMMARY: Former Vice President Mike Pence has announced that he is dropping his bid for the Republican presidential nomination. Pence made the announcement at the Republican Jewish Coalition gathering in Las Vegas, stating that he had decided to suspend his campaign due to difficulties raising funds and gaining traction in the polls. Pence is the first major candidate to withdraw from the race, which has been dominated by his former boss-turned-rival, Donald Trump. The decision allows Pence to avoid the embarrassment of not qualifying for the third Republican primary debate and saves him from facing Trump’s wrath after the former president blamed him for not overturning the results of the 2020 election. Pence’s withdrawal comes as a blow to a politician who spent years as Trump’s loyal lieutenant, defending him at every turn. Despite campaigning aggressively in Iowa and emphasizing his hard-line views on social issues, Pence struggled to gain support from voters. He also faced challenges in raising funds, ending September with a small amount of money remaining and significant debt. Pence plans to remain engaged in conservative politics through Advancing American Freedom, the think tank he founded after leaving the vice presidency.

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One year later: APD asks for tips in 2022 murder case. Has it been solved?

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9 hours ago

July 6, 2024

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www.kxan.com – Mercedez Hernandez – 2024-07-06 21:46:20

SUMMARY: The family of D'andre Day is enduring prolonged grief and fatigue as the investigation into his unsolved 2022 murder drags on. Day, 27, was fatally stabbed at East Sixth and Brazos streets on September 4, 2022. Despite Austin Police Department's (APD) efforts and public appeals for tips, no arrests have been made. Surveillance footage showed three men confronting Day and a friend, leading to the deadly altercation. APD and Day's family continue to seek public assistance. Day's uncle expressed ongoing sorrow and hope for justice, urging anyone with information to contact APD's homicide tip line, with a $1,000 reward available through Crime Stoppers.

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Caitlin Clark records first triple-double by WNBA rookie in Indiana Fever win to rally past New York Liberty

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10 hours ago

July 6, 2024

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abc13.com – AP – 2024-07-06 20:48:00

SUMMARY: Caitlin Clark achieved the first triple-double by a rookie in WNBA history, leading the Indiana Fever to an 83-78 victory over the New York Liberty, ending a nine-game losing streak against them. Clark recorded 19 points, 13 assists, and 12 rebounds. Coach Christie Sides praised Clark’s performance and the team’s strong fourth-quarter defense. Key contributions also came from Aliyah Boston, Kelsey Mitchell, and NaLyssa Smith. Despite standout efforts from New York’s Sabrina Ionescu, Betnijah Laney-Hamilton, Breanna Stewart, and Jonquel Jones, the Fever managed to hold off the Liberty to secure the win.

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‘Firecracker Open’ shows off new improvements to Lions Municipal Golf Course

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12 hours ago

July 6, 2024

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www.kxan.com – Barrett Tryon – 2024-07-06 19:20:30

SUMMARY: Afternoon rains on Saturday paused play at the 2024 Firecracker Open in Austin, held at Lions Municipal Golf Course. Despite the weather, many attended the annual event. The rain benefited the newly laid grass on the upgraded 8,000-square-foot putting green, an improvement over the previous 1,500-square-foot green. These updates are part of several enhancements to the historic course. Scotty Sayers, co-chair of The Muny Conservancy, highlighted the course's popularity, noting it serves as the home course for 12 high school teams. The three-day tournament will conclude on Sunday afternoon.

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