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Texas governor sends bus of migrants to Los Angeles, citing ‘self-declared sanctuary status’

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abc7.com – – 2023-06-14 22:12:25

SUMMARY: A group of 42 migrants, including young children, were bused from Texas to Los Angeles and left at Union Station by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott. The migrants, primarily from Venezuela, Honduras and Guatemala, were moved to a nearby church where groups like the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights provided support. Abbott used this move to protest what he calls “Biden’s open-border policies”, which have caused border towns to be overwhelmed. The migrants were given food and spoke with immigration attorneys, but it is unclear if they knew where they were going.

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How to get a fireworks permit in Austin, other things to know

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www.kxan.com – Julianna Russ – 2024-07-04 08:00:00

SUMMARY: In Austin, using or selling fireworks is illegal without a permit from AFD Special Events, costing $200. Permits for aerial displays require a 30-day notice, while flame acts need 14 days. Necessary documents include a site plan, pyrotechnic operator license, fireworks list, and insurance. State Fire Marshal's Office permit is also needed. Non-emergency numbers should be used to report illegal fireworks. Allowed without a permit are Snake, Glow Worms, Smoke Devices, Wire Sparklers, and Trick Noisemakers. These items must be used safely per manufacturer guidelines in outdoor locations. For permits, contact afdspecialevents@austintexas.gov.

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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs faces new sex trafficking allegations in lawsuit filed by former porn star Omunique

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SUMMARY: Sean “Diddy” Combs faces new sex trafficking allegations in a lawsuit by former porn star Adria English, who claims Combs groomed her for a sex trafficking operation. English, who performed as Omunique, alleges she was forced into a cycle of abuse involving alcohol, drugs, and sexual assault, facilitated by Tamiko Thomas, who is compared to Ghislaine Maxwell in aiding Combs. This lawsuit, filed in New York, marks at least the 10th such case against Combs. English met Combs while dancing at a club, with her involvement tied to her then-boyfriend's modeling opportunities with Combs's brand.

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Dallas Police Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting that Left 1 Dead, 2 in Custody

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www.wbap.com – – 2024-07-04 06:18:22

SUMMARY: Dallas police are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred around 1 a.m. on South Lancaster Road. Three robbery suspects fled an illegal game room and encountered officers. One suspect pointed a gun at an officer, leading to a struggle in which the officer fired his weapon, hitting the suspect who later died at a hospital. The other two suspects were arrested, and no officers were injured. Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia is expected to provide more details next week. The incident is under review, and further information will be released as available.

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