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2 arrested on suspicion of smuggling 13 immigrants from South Texas to Houston by plane, Texas DPS says
Read full article: 2 arrested on suspicion of smuggling 13 immigrants from South Texas to Houston by plane, Texas DPS saysOfficials with the Texas Department of Public Safety arrested several people aboard a charter flight on suspicion of smuggling 13 immigrants to Houston.
Gov. Abbott mobilizes state resources as severe thunderstorms, potential flooding threaten Texas
Read full article: Gov. Abbott mobilizes state resources as severe thunderstorms, potential flooding threaten TexasGov. Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management to use state resources as severe weather and potential flooding are expected to impact areas of Texas beginning Monday evening into Tuesday morning.
Gov. Greg Abbott declares disaster as wildfires rage in several Texas counties
Read full article: Gov. Greg Abbott declares disaster as wildfires rage in several Texas countiesWildfires have burned more than 58,000 acres across the state. At least one person has died and dozens of homes have burned down.
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TribCast: Donald Trump and Greg Abbott visit the U.S-Mexico border
Read full article: TribCast: Donald Trump and Greg Abbott visit the U.S-Mexico borderIn this week's episode, Matthew speaks with Ross, Patrick and Reese about the politics surrounding Donald Trump's trip to Texas and the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on student learning.
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Gov. Greg Abbott gives update on Operation Lone Star
Read full article: Gov. Greg Abbott gives update on Operation Lone StarGov. Greg Abbott held a news conference Thursday where he gave an update on Operation Lone Star, which was launched in early March to “help secure the border and combat the smuggling of people and drugs in Texas.” The operation now also includes anti-human trafficking efforts.
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Out of work and behind on rent, this South Texas mom says the pandemic is taking a toll on her mental health
Read full article: Out of work and behind on rent, this South Texas mom says the pandemic is taking a toll on her mental healthAnna Garza, 46, poses with her three children at their home in Weslaco. Garza is facing eviction if her unemployment benefits dont come through soon. After so many months of isolation and job loss, hundreds of thousands of Texans, like Anna Garza, are just trying to stay afloat financially and emotionally. Garza has anxiety and depression and could be facing eviction from her Weslaco rental after losing her job. How to get helpTexas COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line: 833-986-1919National Alliance on Mental Illness Texas: 512-693-2000Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administrations National Helpline: 800-662-4357
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Cleanup from Hanna spurs fear amid COVID-19 surge in Texas
Read full article: Cleanup from Hanna spurs fear amid COVID-19 surge in TexasThe Garcia's home was flooded by Hurricane Hanna as it passed through the area dropping heavy rains which caused flooding. Its remnants still threatened to bring rainfall and flash flooding to waterlogged parts of South Texas and Northern Mexico. Border communities hit by Hanna were already strained by COVID-19 cases — with some patients being airlifted to larger cities. By Monday evening, 50,600 customers remained without power throughout South Texas, including Corpus Christi, Harlingen and McAllen, utility officials said. Officials throughout South Texas were still assessing damage from Hanna on Monday.