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Colorado group helps other transgender people escape hostile states, unsafe conditions
Transgender Texans, frequently the targets of antagonistic state legislation and policies, continually weigh the threats to their civil rights against the costs of relocating to safer, more survivable states.
Texas' strict abortion laws may be fueling tragic trend: 6 babies abandoned in Harris Co. since June
Investigators are calling it an epidemic: parents abandoning their babies.ABC13 has reported on six instances of child abandonment in Harris County since the beginning of June. In two cases, children died.READ RELATED: Multiple babies found abandoned last month in Houston: 'It's heartbreaking'Leah Kipley with the National Safe Haven Alliance said the landscape is troubling.States like Texas with near-total abortion bans are dealing with more parents abandoning their children for several reasons like desperation and a lack of information.Texas' safe haven law, or the Baby Moses law, allows a parent to leave a baby less than 60 days old safe and unharmed at a hospital, fire station, or EMS station.They must notify an employee that the child needs a safe haven.Though this type of law exists nationwide, Kipley said parents still need more support.The National Safe Haven Alliance has helped save more than 4,800 babies since 1999. Their hotline for immediate assistance is 1-888-510-BABY(2229).For updates on this story, follow Briana Conner on Facebook, X and Instagram.RELATED: Houston woman abandoned 40 years ago says bigger conversation needed after 2 babies found days apartRELATED: 18-year-old charged after newborn abandoned in dumpster near SW Houston apartment, HPD says
Sheila Jackon Lee’s daughter files to finish out her mother’s term
Sign up for the We the Texans newsletter to receive twice-monthly updates on our year-long initiative dedicated to boosting civic engagement and chronicling how democracy is experienced in Texas. U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee’s daughter, Erica Lee Carter, will be the only Democrat on the ballot seeking to finish the...
Abbott blasts Harris as California liberal extremist
(The Center Square) – Texas Gov. Greg Abbott blasted Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential nominee saying she is a California liberal and extremist. Harris was officially nominated as the Democratic presidential nominee at the Democratic National Convention Thursday night. While attacking her opponent, former President Donald Trump, and Republicans who support him throughout her speech, she said she would unify all Americans if elected president. ...
Fourth Member Of Texas Megachurch Leaves Over Moral Issue
The Gateway Church in Texas saw another high-ranking pastor leave over what's being described as a "moral issue." Per CBS News, Kemtal Glasgow was fired from his pastoral position. He's the fourth leader to leave the church over a span of two months. The church asked for Glasgow's resignation, which was addressed by one of the elders, Tra Willbanks.
Previewing ACU Defense: Coach Patterson & Stars On the Rise
The ACU Wildcats football team enters the upcoming season with a strong defense backed by key returning players, including Preseason All-UAC defenders. With 11 players who started at least one game from the previous season returning, the Wildcats ranked second in their conference for interceptions. The defense is bolstered by the adaptability of the linebackers and an emphasis on building team chemistry among new transfers. Head Coach Keith Patterson expresses optimism regarding the team's preparedness and the potential of its players.
Wylie vs Abilene High Scrimmage Photos
Weather pushed the scrimmage between the Bulldogs and Eagles from Friday night to Saturday morning at Shotwell Stadium. The Warbirds got the best of Wylie on the scoreboard as both teams get set for their season openers on Friday. Abilene High visits San Angelo Central, while Wylie heads to Brownwood.
Abilene Heritage Square construction update: historic building one step closer to having a new purpose
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — Since 2023, Abilene Heritage Square on South First Street has been under construction. The historic buildings used to be the home of the original Abilene High and Lincoln Middle School. Now, thanks to a group of volunteers, it is undergoing changes to serve a new purpose. Laura Moore is the director […]
One airlifted from the scene of Early accident
The Early Police Department shared the following information on social media Saturday afternoon:. Early Police and Fire, along with Brown County Sheriff’s Office and AMR Ambulance all responded to a major accident in the 1500 block of Early Blvd. after a red dually pickup failed to stop for a blue half ton pickup making a right turn from the outside east bound lane. The driver of the blue pickup was flown by AirEvac helicopter from the scene. The driver of the red pickup refused medical treatment. Early Blvd. was shut down for about 30 minutes while emergency personnel extricated the patient and loaded him into the helicopter. The accident is still under investigation.
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