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Austin Energy crews to help restore power in Houston after damaging storms

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www.kxan.com – Jaclyn Ramkissoon – 2024-05-17 15:34:00

SUMMARY: Austin Energy is sending 21 lineworkers and support personnel to Houston to help with storm recovery after severe thunderstorms killed at least four people and left over 900,000 homes without power. The crews are equipped with bucket trucks and support vehicles and are prepared to stay for up to two weeks. CenterPoint Energy requested assistance, and Austin Energy is honored to provide mutual aid in natural disasters. Meanwhile, CenterPoint is working on restoration and has requested a total of 4,000 lineworkers and 1,000 vegetation professionals to help with recovery. Strong winds caused significant damage to the electric system in various areas, but progress has been made in restoring power to over 180,000 customers.

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FBI says bullet struck former President Donald Trump’s ear during assassination attempt at Pennsylvania rally on July 13

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abc13.com – ABCNews – 2024-07-26 19:13:47

SUMMARY: The FBI confirmed that former President Donald Trump was struck by a bullet in the ear during an assassination attempt on July 13, contradicting earlier uncertainty from FBI Director Christopher Wray. Trump criticized Wray's Congress testimony questioning whether he was hit by a bullet or shrapnel. Texas Representative Ronny Jackson, also Trump's former physician, supported Trump's claim, stating there was no evidence of it being anything other than a bullet. The FBI's investigation continues as they examine bullet fragments from the rally site. Trump insists the injury was caused by a bullet and pledges to fire Wray if re-elected.

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Police identify person of interest in 2023 hit-and-run investigation

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www.kxan.com – Julianna Russ – 2024-07-26 18:41:43

SUMMARY: The Austin Police Department is seeking public assistance to locate Nilson Isaac Perez Gomez, a 20-year-old Hispanic man, in connection with a hit-and-run crash on Sept. 24, 2023, around 7 p.m. near Ohlen Road and Research Boulevard Service Road. The crash resulted in serious injuries to an elderly victim. Gomez weighs approximately 160 lbs. Information can be reported to the Highway Enforcement Investigations Unit at 512-974-5789 or anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers at 512-472-8477 or austincrimestoppers.org. A reward of up to $1,000 may be available for tips leading to an arrest.

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Celine Dion makes musical comeback at Paris Olympics with Eiffel Tower serenade

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abc13.com – AP – 2024-07-26 17:48:16

SUMMARY: Celine Dion made a grand return by closing the Paris Olympics’ opening ceremony at the Eiffel Tower, performing Edith Piaf’s “Hymne à l’amour.” This marked her first stage appearance since revealing her stiff person syndrome diagnosis almost two years ago. Since her 2020 tour was postponed due to the pandemic and her diagnosis, Dion underwent extensive therapy to prepare for her comeback. Her surprise was kept secret until the event, where she appeared in a Dior outfit. Dion’s performance honors her deep ties to French culture and the Olympics. The event received glowing media anticipation and public applause.

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