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Law enforcement searching for abducted teen last seen in Gonzales

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www.kxan.com – Erica Pauda – 2024-01-30 17:37:44

SUMMARY: The Gonzales County Sheriff's Office is asking for help in finding a 14-year-old girl, Scarlett Smith, who was last seen in Gonzales, Texas wearing a red Nike hoodie. She is described as a 5'4″ white girl with red hair and hazel eyes. The suspect, Barry Van Mersbergen, is a 22-year-old white man with brown hair and brown eyes, driving a tan 2012 GMC Terrain with Texas license plate number 3RVWG. Officials believe the teen is in grave or immediate danger. Anyone with information about the abduction is urged to contact the Gonzales County Sheriff's Office at (830) 672-6524.

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Southwest Houston taco truck shooting leaves neighbors concerned

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abc13.com – Chaz Miller – 2024-07-03 16:20:44

SUMMARY: A shocking murder outside a busy taco truck in southwest Houston has unsettled the local community. A 31-year-old man was shot and killed at about 1:30 a.m. Wednesday near Richmond and Dunvale, according to Houston Police. The suspect, described only as an unknown Black male, was seen in surveillance footage driving a white car before the shooting. The motive remains unknown, with residents expressing growing concerns about neighborhood safety. Crime reports from the past six months show one other homicide in January. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers of Houston or HPD's Homicide Division.

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Biden Says He’s in the Race Through Election Day

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www.wbap.com – – 2024-07-03 15:29:15

SUMMARY: President Joe Biden affirmed his commitment to the presidential race during a meeting with campaign staff, despite discussions about his debate performance against former President Donald Trump, which was attributed to illness and travel fatigue. Some Democrats are considering urging Biden to withdraw, citing internal dissatisfaction. The Boston Globe and New York Times have called for Biden to step aside in favor of other candidates, while The Washington Post reported Trump's campaign hopes Biden remains, believing Trump can defeat him. Biden maintains support from key Democrats, though concerns persist as the November election approaches.

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Texas emergency agencies to prepare for Hurricane Beryl response, recovery efforts

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www.kxan.com – Kelsey Thompson – 2024-07-03 15:18:58

SUMMARY: Texas Governor Greg Abbott has instructed 39 Texas Emergency Management Council agencies to start preparing for Hurricane Beryl's response and recovery operations, according to a recent announcement. Governor Abbott urged the development of 24/7 staffing plans for the State Emergency Operations Center. As of Wednesday, Hurricane Beryl had downgraded to Category 4 and is predicted to weaken before hitting the Gulf of Mexico. Abbott emphasized readiness and safety precautions for residents and visitors as the holiday weekend approaches. Key participating agencies include Texas A&M, Texas National Guard, Texas Department of Public Safety, and numerous others. More information is available on various Texas emergency management websites.

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