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Mother Urges Reopening of Case After Daughter's Death in Texas

Mother Urges Reopening of Case After Daughter's Death in Texas

Jane Coates, a mother from Warrington, England, is calling for the reopening of the investigation into the death of her daughter, Lucy Harrison, who was shot in Texas in 2025. Lucy, 23, was killed with her father's gun, but he was never arrested, and a grand jury chose not to indict him. The incident occurred during a visit to her father's home in Prosper, Texas. A Cheshire coroner ruled Lucy's death as unlawful, but the local authorities in Texas did not pursue charges, citing a lack of evidence to prove intent. Coates is seeking support from UK officials to press US authorities to revisit the case.

Mother Urges Reopening of Case Involving Daughter's Death in Texas

Mother Urges Reopening of Case Involving Daughter's Death in Texas

Jane Coates, the mother of Lucy Harrison, is calling for the reopening of the investigation into her daughter's death in Texas. Lucy, a 23-year-old British citizen, was shot and killed in January 2025 while visiting her father, Kris Harrison, in Texas. Despite a Cheshire coroner ruling that Lucy was unlawfully killed, Kris Harrison was not arrested, and a grand jury chose not to indict him. The incident occurred after an argument between Lucy and her father, who was reportedly holding a gun that discharged. Coates, supported by Sarah Hall, a Labour MP, is urging the UK government to press Texas authorities to re-examine the case, citing inadequate support from both British and US authorities.

Fannin County Commissioners Court to Discuss Key Policies and Budget in Special Meeting

Fannin County Commissioners Court to Discuss Key Policies and Budget in Special Meeting

The Fannin County Commissioners Court is scheduled to hold a special meeting on July 28, 2026, at the Fannin County Courthouse in Bonham, Texas. The agenda includes several critical discussions and potential actions. Key items include the renewal of a Disaster Declaration for Fannin County for an additional three weeks, and the consideration of a service agreement cancellation with CodeRed, an emergency communications network, effective September 30, 2026. The meeting will also address fiscal year 2026-2027 budget requests and revenue considerations. Additionally, the court will discuss approving a consultation contract for Lisa York to provide curriculum and instructional services, and the transfer of a 2016 Dodge Charger from the Sheriff's Office to the District Attorney's Office. Other agenda items include the approval of various fiscal policies for 2027, such as the Comprehensive Fund Balance Policy, Investment Policy, and Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Policy.

Major Crash Leaves 18-Wheeler Dangling Over I-10 Overpass in Houston

Major Crash Leaves 18-Wheeler Dangling Over I-10 Overpass in Houston

A significant traffic incident occurred on the eastbound Katy Freeway near SH-99 in Houston, Texas, involving an 18-wheeler that was left hanging over an overpass. The crash, which involved multiple vehicles, has resulted in the closure of all eastbound lanes, causing significant traffic delays. Emergency responders, including the Harris County Sheriff's Office, are on the scene to manage the situation and ensure public safety. The cause of the crash and the condition of those involved remain unclear as investigations continue.

Texas Police Academy Integrates Bodycams in Recruit Training for Enhanced Learning

Texas Police Academy Integrates Bodycams in Recruit Training for Enhanced Learning

The North Central Texas Council of Governments Regional Police Academy has incorporated body cameras into its scenario-based training for recruits. This initiative aims to familiarize rookie officers with the technology and improve training outcomes. The academy, which trains about 250 officers annually, uses Motorola's V700 body cameras to provide accurate after-action reviews of training scenarios. This approach allows recruits to learn from their actions and receive feedback on their performance. The use of body cameras in training reflects a broader trend in law enforcement to adopt advanced technology, despite the significant costs and ongoing debates about privacy and ethics.

A third death has been confirmed from catastrophic Texas floods, governor says

A third death has been confirmed from catastrophic Texas floods, governor says

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott says a third person has been confirmed killed by catastrophic floods this month that prompted more than 500 rescues, damaged homes and businesses, and are still making some areas inaccessible

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Former Dansville woman missing since 1985 identified after remains found in Florida canal

Former Dansville woman missing since 1985 identified after remains found in Florida canal

DNA testing identified Rose Marie Gayhart, a former Dansville resident who went missing in 1985, found in Florida.

Texas Governor Confirms Third Flooding Death as Disaster Declaration Expands

Texas Governor Confirms Third Flooding Death as Disaster Declaration Expands

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has confirmed a third death resulting from the recent flooding that has severely impacted the state. The latest fatality occurred in Val Verde County, where a 71-year-old woman was found in a car swept away by floodwaters. Her 75-year-old male companion remains in critical condition. The flooding, which has primarily affected the Hill Country, has led to significant property damage, with over 700 homes across the state reported as damaged or destroyed. Governor Abbott has requested the federal government to include two additional counties in the state's major disaster declaration, bringing the total to 30 counties. Efforts to manage the crisis continue as water levels remain high downstream, posing ongoing risks.

11 indicted in smuggling deaths of 7 migrants in rail cargo container in Texas

11 indicted in smuggling deaths of 7 migrants in rail cargo container in Texas

A U.S. attorney has announced a federal indictment against 11 people in the smuggling deaths of seven migrants who were hiding in a rail cargo container in Texas in May

Chick-Fil-A Data Breach Exposes Personal Information of Over 2,000 Texans

Chick-Fil-A Data Breach Exposes Personal Information of Over 2,000 Texans

A recent cyberattack on Chick-Fil-A's website and mobile app has potentially compromised the personal information of more than 2,000 customers in Texas. The breach, which occurred between June 17 and 19, was disclosed by the fast-food chain in a letter to affected customers across 10 states and Washington, D.C. The exposed data includes names, birthdays, email addresses, payment information, phone numbers, and membership numbers associated with Chick-Fil-A One loyalty accounts. In response, the company has logged out all accounts and removed stored payment information. Additionally, Chick-Fil-A has restored any affected loyalty balances and added extra rewards to the impacted accounts as a gesture of appreciation for customer loyalty.

Tropical Storm Bertha Weakens to Depression, Coastal Warnings Lifted

Tropical Storm Bertha Weakens to Depression, Coastal Warnings Lifted

Tropical Storm Bertha has weakened to a tropical depression after moving inland across Texas, leading to the lifting of all coastal watches and warnings. The storm, which initially made landfall in Louisiana, has been affecting parts of the southwestern Louisiana and Upper Texas coasts with tropical-storm-force winds and coastal flooding. As of the latest advisory from the National Hurricane Center, Bertha was located about 10 miles northeast of Houston, Texas, moving west at 13 mph. The storm's weakening marks the end of its brief tropical run, although swells generated by Bertha will continue to impact the Louisiana and Texas coasts, creating dangerous surf and life-threatening rip current conditions.

Heat Dome to Bring Triple-Digit Temperatures Across Central US

Heat Dome to Bring Triple-Digit Temperatures Across Central US

A new heat dome is expected to settle over the central United States this weekend and persist into next week, impacting over 50 million residents from Texas to North Dakota, according to AccuWeather forecasts. Texas is already experiencing dangerously high heat index values exceeding 105°F (40.6°C), prompting heat advisories from the National Weather Service. Northern-central states like Kansas and Nebraska saw brief relief on Thursday after earlier triple-digit temperatures, but more hot and humid air is forecast to return. Temperatures are expected to spike above 100°F (37.8°C) in states such as Missouri, the Dakotas, Minnesota, and Wyoming, while surrounding regions will experience highs in the 80s and 90s. July, typically the hottest month of summer, is seeing intensified heat due to human-caused climate change, which is also increasing the frequency and severity of heat domes.