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New ‘street takeover’ laws: Will they apply to this weekend’s takeovers in Austin?

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11 months ago

July 31, 2023

www.kxan.com – Grace Reader – 2023-07-31 17:46:25

SUMMARY: Over the weekend, drivers in Austin engaged in reckless driving and donut-making at various locations, including a Target parking lot. At least three people were injured and one driver evaded arrest after hitting another car. The Austin Police Department responded to several incidents of “street takeovers” during that time. The Texas Municipal Police Association hopes that recently signed laws targeting street racing and takeovers will deter such behavior in the future. House Bill 1442 will make consequences harsher for those charged with street racing and takeovers, while House Bill 2899 allows immediate removal and impounding of vehicles involved in such activities.

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U.S. Coast Guard warns of ‘multiple’ shark attacks, sightings at SPI

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34 mins ago

July 4, 2024

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www.kxan.com – Gabriela Gonzalez – 2024-07-04 15:10:02

SUMMARY: The U.S. Coast Guard has warned beachgoers at South Padre Island, Texas, to avoid the water following several shark attacks and sightings. One individual was hospitalized after a severe shark attack near Beach Access 14 and Wanna Wanna Beach Bar and Grill. South Padre Island Fire and Police Departments provided immediate treatment. To ensure safety, the Coast Guard is using drones, boats, and a helicopter for surveillance. Multiple sharks have been observed near the shoreline, but the condition of the affected individuals remains unknown.

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President Biden told governors he had medical checkup after debate and is in good health: Sources

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2 hours ago

July 4, 2024

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abc13.com – ABCNews – 2024-07-04 13:55:15

SUMMARY: During a private meeting with Democratic governors, President Joe Biden disclosed he had a medical checkup following a recent debate and is in good health. The checkup, conducted by a White House physician, took place a few days after the debate due to a cold and was brief, involving no major tests. This information was confirmed by two people familiar with the conversation. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre stated that no additional medical exams have been conducted since his last physical in February. The news was first reported by Politico. ABC News has reached out to the White House for comments.

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Video shows Hurricane Beryl’s path of destruction through Jamaica, eastern Caribbean

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2 hours ago

July 4, 2024

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www.kxan.com – Mike Costanza – 2024-07-04 13:26:20

SUMMARY: Hurricane Beryl caused significant destruction in Jamaica and the eastern Caribbean, with flooded bridges, uprooted trees, and flying debris. Social media videos showed the historic Flat Bridge in Jamaica submerged by the Rio Cobre river and debris from a hotel facade airborne. Beryl's eye wall impacted Jamaica's southern coast, causing power outages and home damage. The hurricane severely damaged 95% of homes on Mayreau and Union Island in the Lesser Antilles. In Grenada, one person died from a fallen tree, and additional fatalities were reported across Grenada, Carriacou, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, and northern Venezuela.

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