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Texas Senate gives approval to ‘school choice’ bill, but House members say they will block it

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9 months ago

October 13, 2023

www.youtube.com – FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth – 2023-10-13 17:18:35

SUMMARY: The Texas Senate has given preliminary approval to school funding bills that include education savings accounts (ESAs). SB One provides $8,000 accounts for eligible students to use on private school tuition and related fees, while SB Two includes $10,000 raises for teachers in rural school districts and an extra $3,000 for urban teachers. It also increases public school funding by $75 per student, the first increase in four years. However, there is no guarantee of a similar outcome in the Texas House, as a coalition of Democrats and rural Republicans historically block voucher legislation in the House. Governor Abbott has said he believes the House is close to passing education savings accounts, but opposition from Democrats could hinder its progress. Critics argue that ESAs would take public dollars away from public schools in need. Governor Abbott has stated that he will only add teacher pay raises and school funding to the special session if school choice is passed by both chambers. The latest data shows that Texas teachers are paid about $8,000 less per year than the national average. Critics see this as a power play by the governor and argue that it shows disrespect for teachers. School board trustees are focused on keeping crucial public dollars in their districts, as some districts have had to pay large sums back to the state and still face budget deficits. Teachers worry about competition for funds and the potential for a smaller budget if school choice passes.

The Texas Senate gave preliminary approval, once again, to school funding bills that include education savings accounts, but there's no guarantee of a similar outcome in the Texas House.

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Witnesses react to flea market shooting in Travis County | FOX 7 Austin

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2 hours ago

July 1, 2024

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www.youtube.com – FOX 7 Austin – 2024-07-01 22:12:43

SUMMARY: Gunshots were heard in the parking lot of the 812 Outdoor Market in southeast Austin. The Travis County Sheriff's Office reports that three people were shot: two with non-life-threatening injuries and one in critical condition. Witness Carlos Kazone, who was 200 yards away, heard three shots and saw a man fall. The incident occurred around 9:00 PM during a concert. Several people involved knew each other and were fixing vehicles before the altercation. Although the area is known for frequent incidents, it typically has a strong police presence. Several people were detained following the shooting, which is considered isolated.

The Travis County Sheriff's Office says two people have been detained after a shooting at a flea market.

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Teen boy shot Sansom Park man, 42, with gun from his backpack, police say

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3 hours ago

July 1, 2024

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www.youtube.com – FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth – 2024-07-01 21:31:24

SUMMARY: In Sansom Park, a boy reportedly took a gun from his backpack and shot 42-year-old Richard Applegate at his home. The juvenile, arrested over the weekend, has prompted police investigation and public tips, leading to his identification. Applegate, described as protecting his family, was shot on his front lawn, where flowers and crosses now mark the site. Though a second juvenile was present, no charges have been filed against him. Police have not disclosed a motive but confirmed the incident was not a burglary. The juvenile's name and age remain undisclosed, and no further details about his residence were provided.

Police in the Fort Worth suburb of Sansom Park say a boy pulled a gun out of his backpack and shot and killed a 42-year-old man in front of his own home.

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Biden says Supreme Court ruling on immunity means ‘no limits’ on presidential actions

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July 1, 2024

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www.youtube.com – FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth – 2024-07-01 21:22:31

SUMMARY: President Biden criticized the Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling granting former President Trump and other presidents broad immunity from prosecution for official acts while in office. Biden argued that the decision dangerously removes legal constraints on presidential power. The Court's ruling provides no immunity for unofficial acts, but Federal prosecutors now must distinguish between official and unofficial conduct. Trump, who faces prosecution for attempts to overturn the 2020 election and his role in the January 6th insurrection, called the decision a victory for democracy. The Court's liberal justices dissented, warning it creates a law-free zone around the president, potentially impacting other ongoing cases against Trump.