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07/03/2009

Sailor’s family say death motivated by hate
The 29-year-old Houston native was found dead Tuesday at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, north of San Diego. Roy said the family was told that Provost was shot three times, had his hands and feet bound, his mouth gagged, and body burned.

Texas man may be last one awarded millions in malpractice case
A Texas man was awarded $10 million for his pain and suffering, but because of new reform law, it is more than any Texas patient will ever likely get again.

Saving Cents: Vacationing in San Antonio
Taking a break on a family vacation does not have to break the bank.  Texas offers scores of places to visit at bargain prices and San Antonio is one of the most popular.

16-year-old leads police on chase through Houston
A 16-year-old is behind bars after leading police on a chase through Houston’s roads Friday morning.

New DWI law forcing law enforcement to scramble
A new law in Texas aimed at getting repeat drunk drivers off the roads will require blood evidence. It's already forcing law enforcement to scramble.

Law enforcement agencies struggle to communicate despite technological advances
Despite unprecedented advances in technology, law enforcement agencies still struggle to communicate with each other during high-speed chases that streak through several different cities or counties.

Texas Legislature ends special session without toll-road bill
While the bill was a priority for the governor, Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst said local transportation officials told Senate leaders the measure was not necessary.

4 families say they bought the same house
Confusion has turned to anger along Cranfill Drive in South Oak Cliff. The problem is four families said they all recently paid thousands of dollars in deposits to James Archie, 32, to move into the same home.

07/02/2009

82-year-old twins found dead in San Antonio
Police believe heat may have played a role in the deaths of 82-year-old identical twin sisters in San Antonio.

Texas family baffled by parents’ suicide on train tracks
After wildfires damaged Ringgold Baptist Church and nearly destroyed the small town, the Rev. Eldon Earl Johnson and his wife rushed to help their congregation members and others who lost homes and cattle.

Deformed Russian girl finds hope in Texas
Ella's story began in Russia; hope brought her to North Texas. The four-year-old girl, who has no family in her home country, has a rare condition that only strikes one in a million.

Rodeo clown sentenced to 5 years probation for cattle rustling
A four-time world champion rodeo clown has been sentenced to five years probation and ordered to pay $15,000 in restitution for helping abscond with 300 head of cattle.

* 07/01/2009

Governor to new top General: Wrong move
Governor Rick Perry has asked his recently appointed top military commander to reverse course on an attempt to wipe out the debts of former top generals who wrongfully pocketed your tax dollars.

Webster pastor tasered, arrested for protesting traffic stop on church member
Webster police used a Taser on a pastor and pepper spray to disperse members of his congregation Wednesday after they said the pastor tried to interfere with a traffic stop of a member of his church.

Hutchison travels to Iraq
U.S. Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison, who is planning a race against Gov. Rick Perry for the Republican nomination for Texas governor, visited troops in Iraq on Wednesday.

Woman pleads guilty to recruiting family members to marry foreigners
A 71-year-old woman accused of recruiting family members to marry foreigners seeking green cards pleaded guilty Wednesday to taking part in an immigration fraud conspiracy.

Passport settlement gets preliminary approval
A federal judge has given preliminary approval to a settlement with the U.S. State Department that would allow citizens delivered by midwives to reapply for passports for free if their applications had been left in limbo.

Few details in Obama’s health care pitch
President Barack Obama wanted to put a human face on his plans to overhaul health care, and a Virginia supporter did just that Wednesday.

A&M faculty votes 'no confidence' in chancellor
The Texas A&M University faculty slapped system Chancellor Mike McKinney with a "no confidence" vote just weeks after the resignation of the university president and a suggestion that McKinney's job might be combined with the university president’s to save money.

Agent shoots fleeing immigrant in Texas
A Border Patrol agent shot a suspected illegal immigrant after an altercation in a Kingsville convenience store Wednesday.

* Police seek suspect in string of movie theater gropings

Police are searching for the identity of a 40-year-old man accused of inappropriately touching young girls as they sat right next to their parents or friends at the Grapevine Tinseltown Theater.

Texas commences special session
Texas lawmakers have convened the special legislative session in Austin. The Texas House gaveled in just after 10 a.m. Wednesday to kick things off.

Aircraft repair jobs sold to foreign workers, resumes not important
A News 8 investigation found that hundreds of aircraft mechanics have been brought into the United States to work at aircraft repair facilities.

* American flags found burnt in Dallas
With July 4th coming up this weekend, American flags can be seen on homes across North Texas. But, in one North Dallas neighborhood near Spring Valley and Preston Roads, someone is burning flags.

List of 10 fastest-growing U.S. cities
Reversing a decade-long trend, many of America's largest cities are now growing more quickly than the rest of the nation, yet another sign of an economic crisis that is making it harder for people to move.

* Austin mom jailed for leaving baby in hot car
A 20-year old Austin woman remained in jail for leaving her 5-month old baby in a locked car for more than 40 minutes while she shopped Saturday. Maria Elena Aguilera Carrillo is charged with endangering a child, a state jail felony. KVUE's Shelton Green reports.

White House accepts U.S. Judge Samuel Kent's latest resignation
The White House has accepted the resignation of an imprisoned federal judge whom the House impeached on allegations of sexually assaulting two women and lying about the assaults.

* 06/30/2009

Will Galveston's future be under water?
In a hundred years, a new Texas A&M study predicts the sea could rise 1.5 meters. If that happens, the only part of Galveston that could remain above water is the area built up around the sea wall.

* More criminals making a run for the Mexico border being caught
Making a run for the border is a popular Hollywood getaway plan, but the U.S. Marshals Services says Mexico is not the haven some fugitives think. 

* 07/01/2009

Police: Infants locked in shed behind illegal day care in Sealy
Sealy police made a shocking discovery Wednesday when they found unsupervised infants locked up in a shed. The babies were surrounded by hazardous materials, including gasoline and insecticides.

06/30/2009

Exelon delays plan for Texas nuclear plant
Power generator Exelon Corp. said Tuesday it has called off plans for now to build a new nuclear plant in Texas because of worries over the economy and the limited availability of federal loan guarantees.

NASA manager pitches a cheaper return-to-moon plan
Like a car salesman pushing a luxury vehicle that the customer no longer can afford, NASA has pulled out of its back pocket a deal for a cheaper ride to the moon.

Arlington man accused of planning hacking attack
A contract security guard accused of hacking into computers at the clinic where he worked and posting images of it online faces a federal charge, prosecutors said Tuesday.

North Texas soldier killed in Afghanistan
The Pentagon reports that a 20-year-old soldier from suburban Fort Worth has died in a vehicle rollover while serving in Afghanistan.

Dallas Cowboys help replace memorabilia stolen from disabled man
A mentally disabled man was all smiles when he saw a table of Dallas Cowboys keepsakes after becoming distraught last week when thieves stole some of his possessions— including his prized Cowboys memorabilia.

* Pflugerville man dies from swine flu
Austin/Travis County health officials Monday reported a Pflugerville man has died from H1N1 Influenza, commonly known as swine flu. Officials say the man was 49 years old, but did not release any additional details about his death.

* 80 suspected gang members busted in federal sweep through Southeast Texas
Federal agents arrested dozens of street gang members, gang associates and immigration status violators during a five-day sweep through Houston, Beaumont and Corpus Christi.

'Bachelor' reject Melissa Rycroft engaged
When “The Bachelor” winner Melissa Rycroft got jilted for the runner-up, she returned the engagement ring—and walked off the set. That was so five months ago.

Cleburne mayor concerned about quakes
Mayor Ted Reynolds says the city is waiting for a seismological report from SMU about the latest quake that struck Friday night.

Former teacher accused of burning disabled boy with cooking pan
A longtime Allen teacher stands accused of using a cooking pan to burn the buttocks of a 14-year-old disabled boy in early 2008.

06/29/2009

Yemen official: Comoros-bound plane crashes into Indian Ocean
A Yemenia Air plane going from the Arabian Peninsula country of Yemen to the Comoros Islands has crashed in the Indian Ocean, a Yemen airport official said Tuesday.

Gas line explosion rocks San Antonio
A large fire erupted in San Antonio Monday afternoon after construction workers punctured a gas line at the intersection of Northwest Military Highway and Huebner, fire officials said.

AP source: Guard to seek volunteers for border
The Obama administration is developing plans to seek up to 1,500 National Guard volunteers to step up the military’s counter-drug efforts along the Mexican border, senior administration officials said Monday.

Exxon to pay millions in interest on Valdez oil spill damages
Oil giant Exxon Mobil Corp. has decided not to appeal hundreds of millions of dollars in interest on punitive damages resulting from the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill.

Comcast to offer wireless Internet service
Comcast Corp. will become the first major cable TV operator to roll out wireless broadband outside of Wi-Fi hotspots as it launches the service in Portland, Ore., on Tuesday, with at least three other cities to follow this year.

Dramatic end to high-speed chase in Dallas
A high-speed chase through Dallas ended when the car being pursued by authorities ran a red light and collided with a pickup truck. Law enforcement officers could be seen approaching the car after the crash Monday.

Sonic boom: Commuter hit by soda cup traveling 130 mph
Driving home from work, Marilyn Mackey didn’t know what hit her. Her windshield had suddenly exploded; she was covered in glass and liquid. Scared, she says, she thought someone had shot at her.

Economy forcing kids change college plans
College-bound seniors are fast learning the lessons of a withered economy that has thwarted Ivy League ambitions, devalued diligent preparation and even weakened legacy ties.

Gale Storm, perky star of '50s TV, dies
Gale Storm, whose wholesome appearance and perky personality made her one of early television’s biggest stars on “My Little Margie” and “The Gale Storm Show,” has died at age 87.

* Many want Gov. Perry to add to special session's agenda
Advocates for unfinished business, ranging from expansion of the Children's Health Insurance Program to lowering homeowners insurance, are disappointed the governor won't tackle what they see as pressing needs.

Man hospitalized after inspection of gay bar
A Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission inspection sparked a series of protests in Fort Worth Sunday.

06/28/2009

Man struck by train near Dallas Fair Park
Police said 53-year-old James Aycock died of his injuries.

Small quake strikes Cleburne area again
The ground shook, windows rattled and the North Texas town of Cleburne was dealt its sixth earthquake in less than a month.

Baptists announce education initiative
Texas Baptists have announced an initiative that church leaders hope will help more Hispanics bridge the education gap.

Not dry enough to ban fireworks in Galveston County
t may be hot and dry, but believe it or not, it is not dry enough for county officials to declare a ban on fireworks in Galveston. Although Harris County recently slapped a ban on a certain class of aerial fireworks, Galveston County won’t follow suit.

Negligence suit sheds light on Cowboys facility collapse
When Cover-All Building Systems named a new engineering director in late 2003, it was just wrapping up construction on the Dallas Cowboys practice facility – and just beginning the long process of losing a lawsuit over the recent collapse, in Philadelphia, of another big tent-like building.

Jury awards former BP security guard $743,000
A Galveston County jury on Thursday awarded a former BP security guard $743,000 for injuries she suffered after she tripped walking out of a portable toilet four years ago.

Father challenges daughter in martial arts tournament; both are black belts
The one time Gary Harris entered a martial arts tournament, he got stuck with an unusually tough competitor—his daughter, Leslie.

AP Texas Headlines

Fort Worth mayor seeks fed review of gay bar raid

Country singer Ferlin Husky hospitalized

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