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NE Harris County fire on East Mount Houston Road leaves 2 firefighters hospitalized with injuries
SUMMARY: Fire crews are addressing a blaze at the Prestige Auto & Metal Recycling plant in northeast Harris County, Texas. The fire, located at the 7600 block of Mount Houston Road, led to the hospitalization of two firefighters for smoke inhalation, both in stable condition. Adequate water supply is a challenge due to a lack of hydrants, necessitating shuttling water by fire trucks. Officials from various agencies, including the Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office, are involved. The cause and specific location of the fire remain unclear, with no evacuation orders or air quality updates issued.
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Trump immunity: What happens next in Jack Smith’s DC election case after the Supreme Court’s immunity decision
SUMMARY: The Supreme Court has ruled that Donald Trump is entitled to some immunity from prosecution. Special counsel Jack Smith’s election interference case against Trump is expected to proceed with written arguments and witness testimonies before Judge Tanya Chutkan in Washington, DC. The Supreme Court must first formally hand down its opinion to the federal courts, a process that typically takes up to a month. The ruling has implications for various allegations against Trump, requiring lower courts to analyze his actions to determine what constitutes official presidential acts. Future appeals and legal challenges could delay any potential trial.
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Study ranks UT Austin one of Texas’ ‘best value’ colleges
SUMMARY: A recent study by SmartAsset named the University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) the second “best value” college in Texas, following Rice University. The study assessed colleges based on metrics like starting salary, tuition, living expenses, student retention rate, and average scholarships and grants. Rice University scored 90.10, with notable stats including $46,239 in average scholarships and a $77,900 median starting salary. UT Austin scored 80.13, with $11,892 in scholarships and a $65,900 median starting salary. The top 10 list also included the University of Houston, UT Dallas, and Texas A&M. Full details are available online.
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Family demands accountability for NY police killing of 13-year-old boy who allegedly wielded replica gun
SUMMARY: Nyah Mway, a 13-year-old immigrant from Myanmar, was fatally shot by police in Utica, New York, after allegedly pointing a BB gun at them during a foot chase. His family, who fled violence in Myanmar for a peaceful life in the U.S., are devastated and demanding justice. Body camera and bystander videos show the police encounter, raising questions about the officers' actions and training. The incident is under investigation by New York's attorney general and Utica Police. Nyah's community, predominantly Karen refugees, is calling for accountability as they mourn the loss of a beloved family member and student.
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