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Ismael Ruiz Jr. gets 33-year-sentence after showing court video of child sex abuse, DA’s office says

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abc13.com – KTRK – 2023-10-07 14:31:15

SUMMARY: Ismael Ruiz Jr., a man from County, Texas, has been sentenced to 33 years in prison for sexually abusing at least one child over a period of seven years. He was convicted of continuous sex abuse of a child and is also charged with indecency with a child and sexual assault of a child. The abuse took place between 2013 and 2020, involving several girls aged 11 to 17. During the trial, four victims, as well as the mother of the victims and another victim, testified against Ruiz. He claimed the abuse was consensual but was found guilty. Parole is not an option for him.

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Hamas Clears the Way for a Possible Cease-fire in Gaza After Dropping Key Demand, Officials Say

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www.wbap.com – – 2024-07-06 15:48:10

SUMMARY: Hamas has given initial approval to a U.S.-backed phased cease-fire proposal in Gaza, dropping its demand for an upfront commitment from Israel to end the war. This compromise could lead to the first pause in fighting since November and pave the way for further negotiations. Nonetheless, a final deal is still uncertain. Meanwhile, the Gaza Ministry reports that an Israeli airstrike on a school-turned-shelter killed at least 16 people and injured 50 others. The ongoing conflict involves repeated hostilities between Israel and Hamas. (July 6, 2024, Associated Press)

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‘No dog pee’ signs are everywhere. Can they be enforced?

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www.kxan.com – Alix Martichoux – 2024-07-06 15:03:24

SUMMARY: Dog owners frequently encounter signs prohibiting dogs from peeing on specific lawns, leaving them in a bind, especially in urban areas. While cleaning dog poop is legally enforced in many places with pooper-scooper laws, regulations on dog pee are ambiguous. Technically, allowing a dog to pee on private property is trespassing, but legal consequences are rare. Homeowners concerned about grass damage from urine might pursue civil trespassing claims, but usually only receive minimal compensation. Criminal charges are unlikely unless significant damage occurs. Ultimately, a balance of consideration and understanding is essential between dog owners and property owners.

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North Galveston jetty crash: 3 hospitalized, 2 missing, family fears Beryl’s impact on Coast Guard search

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abc13.com – KTRK – 2024-07-06 14:27:02

SUMMARY: Two individuals are missing after a boat collided with a jetty in North , Texas. The U.S. Coast Guard reported the incident occurred at 9:30 p.m. on Friday, involving five adults. By Saturday morning, three adults had been rescued and taken to the hospital, though their conditions remain unknown. The search for the two missing individuals is ongoing, but family members are concerned that approaching weather, specifically Beryl, could impede the search efforts. The situation's outcome heavily depends on weather conditions as the storm nears Texas' coast.

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