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Passengers in Texas ICE shooting say officers not in danger, driver was parking when shots fired

Passengers in Texas ICE shooting say officers not in danger, driver was parking when shots fired

Two witnesses have told a federal court the immigration agent who fatally shot a Mexican man in Houston on July 7 was in no danger of being run over
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Battle Red Newswire: Wednesday July 22, 2026

Battle Red Newswire: Wednesday July 22, 2026

Your one-stop shop for Houston Texans, local sports, and news from around the league for Wednesday July 22, 2026.
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Outlook for Houston’s productive 2023 draft picks amid contract extensions

Outlook for Houston’s productive 2023 draft picks amid contract extensions

Evaluating the Texans 2023 draft class before the final year of their contract
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Texas GOP Leaders Silent on Calls for Independent Probe After Fatal ICE Shooting

Texas GOP Leaders Silent on Calls for Independent Probe After Fatal ICE Shooting

Following a fatal shooting by federal immigration agents in Houston, Texas, there has been a notable silence from Texas Republican leaders regarding calls for an independent investigation. The incident involved the shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a Mexican national, during a traffic stop. Witnesses have disputed ICE's account of the event, which claimed that Salgado Araujo attempted to run over an officer. Despite public outcry and demands from Democrats and civil rights advocates for an independent probe, key Texas GOP figures, including Governor Greg Abbott and several congressional representatives, have not publicly addressed the issue.
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MLB roundup: Cubs erupt in 6-run first, crush Framber Valdez, Tigers

MLB roundup: Cubs erupt in 6-run first, crush Framber Valdez, Tigers

The host Chicago Cubs sent 12 batters to the plate in a six-run first inning as they rolled to a comfortable 11-2 win over the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday night.
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Pirates reportedly listening to offers for Oneil Cruz

Pirates reportedly listening to offers for Oneil Cruz

The Bucs are reportedly thinking of dealing Cruz.
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Cubs BCB After Dark: Would you drink the Hader-ade?

Cubs BCB After Dark: Would you drink the Hader-ade?

The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks if the Cubs should make an offer for Josh Hader.
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Texas Heatwave Pushes Power Demand Near Record Levels

Texas Heatwave Pushes Power Demand Near Record Levels

Eastern Texas is experiencing an intense heatwave that is putting significant strain on the state's power grid. According to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (Ercot), power demand on Monday afternoon approached the record of 85.508 gigawatts set in August 2023, though it did not surpass it. The grid operator reported that over 114 gigawatts of power were available to meet the demand. Millions of Texans are under heat advisories as temperatures exceed 100°F (38°C) in cities like Dallas and Houston. The National Weather Service warns that rising humidity from Tropical Storm Bertha could push the heat index to 112°F in some areas. This heatwave is part of a broader pattern of repeated heat events across the U.S., which have strained power grids and triggered emergency alerts throughout the summer.
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Senator King Leads Call for ICE Accountability Following Fatal Shootings

Senator King Leads Call for ICE Accountability Following Fatal Shootings

Senator Angus King, along with 38 other senators, has called for increased accountability measures for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers. This follows fatal shootings by ICE agents in Biddeford, Maine, and Houston, Texas. The senators addressed a letter to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin, urging the department to fulfill its commitments on ICE officer oversight. The letter highlights the deaths of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo and Joan Sebastian Durán Guerrero, who were not the intended targets of immigration enforcement. The senators demand independent investigations and a review of enforcement protocols. They criticize the lack of body cameras on DHS officials involved in the shootings and call for immediate reforms to restore public trust.
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Orioles-Red Sox series preview: The two hottest teams in baseball face off

Orioles-Red Sox series preview: The two hottest teams in baseball face off

The Red Sox and Orioles will put their win streaks on the line in a three-game set at Fenway Park.
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Texas Heat Wave Pushes State Grid to Near Record Power Demand

Texas Heat Wave Pushes State Grid to Near Record Power Demand

Texas is experiencing a severe heat wave that is putting significant pressure on the state's power grid. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (Ercot) reported that power demand on Monday afternoon nearly reached the all-time high of 85.508 gigawatts, a record set in August 2023. Despite the high demand, Ercot confirmed that over 114 gigawatts of power were available to meet the needs. The heat wave, exacerbated by rising humidity from Tropical Storm Bertha, has led to temperatures exceeding 100°F across major cities like Dallas and Houston, with heat indices reaching up to 112°F. This situation has prompted heat advisories across the state, affecting millions of residents.
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Tesla cash burn to test investor faith in AI bets

Tesla cash burn to test investor faith in AI bets

By Akash Sriram and Abhirup Roy July 21 (Reuters) - Tesla is expected to report its first quarterly cash burn in over two years on Wednesday, as its spending on AI and robotics soars, intensifying investor scrutiny over when those bets will pay off.