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Arizona lawmaker announced plans to get abortion to underscore out-of-touch laws – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

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www.nbcdfw.com – Jacques Billeaud | The Associated Press – 2024-03-21 09:41:07

SUMMARY: Arizona Sen. Eva Burch, pregnant with a non-viable pregnancy, revealed her plans to get an abortion to highlight the impact of restrictive abortion laws in the state. Burch, a nurse practitioner at a women's clinic, criticized Arizona laws as out of touch and received unnecessary ultrasounds and misinformation. She shared her personal story to shed light on the struggles many women face with fertility and abortion. Burch, running for re-election, also wants to draw attention to a proposed ballot measure creating a constitutional right to abortion. Abortion bills proposed by Democrats have not received hearings, and advocates are pushing for a constitutional amendment to protect abortion rights.

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How Austin enforces its fireworks ordinance

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www.kxan.com – Julianna Russ – 2024-07-04 09:00:00

SUMMARY: Since Austin adopted its fireworks ordinance, the storage, use, and handling of fireworks within city limits became illegal. Initially, the Austin Fire Department (AFD) managed compliance, deploying engine and truck companies to reported violations. However, this approach burdened the emergency response system and 911 dispatchers. In the late 90s, the city shifted to a 311 hotline for reporting non-emergency violations, transitioning responsibility to the Austin Police Department (APD). Despite this change, AFD maintains a street presence, and the Fire Marshal's Office continues to issue citations and prosecute those responsible for fires caused by fireworks.

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How to get a fireworks permit in Austin, other things to know

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www.kxan.com – Julianna Russ – 2024-07-04 08:00:00

SUMMARY: In Austin, using or selling fireworks is illegal without a permit from AFD Special Events, costing $200. Permits for aerial displays require a 30-day notice, while flame acts need 14 days. Necessary documents include a site plan, pyrotechnic operator license, fireworks list, and insurance. State Fire Marshal's Office permit is also needed. Non-emergency numbers should be used to report illegal fireworks. Allowed without a permit are Snake, Glow Worms, Smoke Devices, Wire Sparklers, and Trick Noisemakers. These items must be used safely per manufacturer guidelines in outdoor locations. For permits, contact afdspecialevents@austintexas.gov.

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Taylor Casey missing Bahamas: New photos released in search for missing Chicago woman who dissapeared during yoga retreat

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abc13.com – KTRK – 2024-07-04 07:59:44

SUMMARY: New photos released Thursday show the belongings of Taylor Casey, a Chicago woman who disappeared from a yoga retreat on Paradise Island, Bahamas, on June 19. The images depict items such as clothes and books inside her tent. Casey’s mother recently visited the retreat but found the experience unsettling, feeling that local authorities did not care about her daughter’s disappearance. The family is now urging the FBI to get involved to uncover what happened to Casey. Authorities have found her cell phone, but there are no other significant leads. The family’s plea stresses the urgency for additional support.

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