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Videos Shed Light on Pursuit Before ICE Killing in Houston

Surveillance video shows ICE agents driving unmarked cars aggressively while chasing Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston. The footage does not clearly show the moment when he was shot and killed. Authorities say the shooting happened during the pursuit, but details remain unclear. The video has been released to the public to help understand what happened.

Jul 11, 17:00upd. 15m
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Nolan Wells' mom speaks out after son found dead: "We just want to know what happened"

Nolan Wells, an 18‑year‑old Black teenager and football player, went missing during a July Fourth trip to Horn Island in Mississippi. His body was found on the island a few days later. His mother said at a news conference that she just wants to know what happened to her son.

Jul 11, 16:33upd. 15m
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Missouri flooding: Campers rescued after building collapses into floodwaters

Heavy rain caused big floods in Missouri on Friday. Campers were rescued after their buildings fell into the water. The governor declared a state of emergency because of the flooding. Water rescues are still happening in southern parts of the state.

Jul 11, 12:13upd. 4h
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Nolan Wells' family demands answers about US teen's death after boating trip

Nolan Wells is a young Black teenager from the US. He went on a boat trip with friends near an island in Mississippi. After the trip, he was missing for some time. His body was later found in the water. Now, his family wants to know exactly what happened.

Jul 10, 22:49upd. 6h
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GoFundMe raises over $400K for family of slain business owner Lorenzo Salgado Araujo

A GoFundMe campaign collected more than $400,000 to help the family of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo. Araujo was a business owner who was killed in a violent incident. Friends and neighbors described him as someone who always showed up for others. The money will be used for funeral costs and to support his loved ones.

Jul 11, 14:28upd. 15m
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I loved living in a small town. But ‘love thy neighbor’ has changed in America

{"The writer says they loved living in a small town.","They observe that the principle 'love thy neighbor' has changed in the United States.","They note that respect and kindness, which once held communities together, are less common now.","The piece reflects on how this shift affects daily life and community bonds."}

Jul 11, 15:15upd. 15m
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Man found fatally shot in Roseland

A 30-year-old man was found shot to death on Friday night in the Roseland neighborhood of Chicago. Police discovered him unresponsive just before 11 p.m. on West 112th Place. He had gunshot wounds to the head and abdomen and was pronounced dead at the scene. His name has not been released and no arrests have been made.

Jul 11, 13:42upd. 15m
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Seattle City Council amends mayor’s proposal for free student meals

The Seattle City Council changed the mayor's plan to give free meals to all students. Council members said they will delay expanding two of the mayor's education programs. The delay gives more time to review costs and effects. The mayor originally wanted free meals for every student in Seattle schools.

Jul 11, 13:00upd. 15m
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Skagit Valley’s original organic farms changed the food system. Now what?

Skagit Valley was home to some of the first organic farms in the United States. Those farms showed that food could be grown without synthetic chemicals and changed how many people eat. Today, the original farmers, including Anne Schwartz, are teaching younger growers how to continue organic farming. They want to pass on their knowledge so the organic movement can keep growing.

Jul 11, 13:00upd. 15m
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EPA to force the removal of leaking acids from deteriorating pulp mill

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said it will order the removal of leaking acids from an old pulp mill. The mill is located along the Chehalis River in Washington state and is no longer operating. Officials confirmed the acids are toxic and highly corrosive. Workers will pump out and safely dispose of the chemicals.

Jul 11, 13:00upd. 15m
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Man, dog die in fire near Monroe

A fire started near Monroe. Smoke was seen coming from a mobile home. Firefighters rushed to the scene. Sadly, one man and his dog died in the blaze.

Jul 11, 03:48upd. 5h
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Deadly Chelan Hills wildfire 100% contained, officials say

A big fire happened in Chelan Hills. Officials said the fire is now 100% under control. This fire burned over 15 square miles of land. Sadly, at least one person died in the blaze.

Jul 10, 23:01upd. 4h
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