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Hurricane Beryl knocks out power to Victoria Ma’s Westbury home, where burglar broke in, she says
SUMMARY: Hurricane Beryl caused widespread power outages in the Houston area, leaving Victoria Ma’s home vulnerable to looters who broke in through a shattered glass door while she stayed at a friend’s house. Ma returned to find extensive damage, attributing the lack of electricity to a fallen tree. Neighbor Linda Anselmo expressed concerns about the prolonged power outage, affecting their neighborhood severely. While police arrested individuals for burglaries in the area, Ma remains frustrated, citing ongoing repairs and uncertainty about the culprits being caught. The Houston Police Department stated that multiple incidents of break-ins occurred during the power outage.
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Best ABC Secret Sales on home goods
SUMMARY: Localish, a participant in multiple affiliate marketing programs, earns commissions on specific purchases. In collaboration with ABC Secret Sales, they present exclusive weekly deals for ABC shoppers, currently featuring up to 70% off on home goods. Products highlighted include Linens & Hutch bedding and bath towels, Rockflowerpaper’s eco-friendly reusable bags and cloths, SafeHavenz’s solar-powered lighting, Cup Cozy Pillow drink holders, and Pure Fiber Mop’s 11-piece set. The deals are for a limited time, urging shoppers to act quickly. Clicking on product links will redirect to third-party sites, with Localish disclaiming endorsement or liability for these products.
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More than 100 Texas firefighters deployed to California to fight wildfires
SUMMARY: Over 100 firefighters and emergency personnel from Texas are heading to northern California to aid in battling wildfires, dispatched by Governor Greg Abbott via the Texas Division of Emergency Management and Texas A&M Forest Service following a request from CAL Fire. The response includes more than 25 fire engines, command vehicles, and additional equipment. The Park Fire, the largest wildfire, has burned over 562 square miles of inland Northern California. The deployment is part of the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC), a mutual aid system that facilitates state-to-state assistance during disasters. Governor Abbott expressed gratitude and support for the first responders.
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US Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee lies in state Monday at Houston City Hall as part of weeklong services honoring her life
SUMMARY: Houston’s City Hall invites the public to honor Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, who passed away on July 19 following a pancreatic cancer diagnosis at 74. Jackson Lee will lie in state from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., accompanied by a program featuring Mayor John Whitmire and other dignitaries. President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris are expected to attend services. Jackson Lee, a prominent figure, started as a municipal judge, served on the city council, and represented the 18th Congressional District since 1995. She was instrumental in making Juneteenth a federal holiday. Events will be livestreamed.
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