SUMMARY: A 16-year-old boy armed with a gun entered a Louisiana church during Mass where a first Communion ceremony was being livestreamed. The parishioners confronted the teen, took him outside, and called the police. No injuries were reported. The teen is facing charges of “terrorizing” and possessing a firearm. Abbeville Councilman Brady Broussard Jr. expressed disappointment in the incident, calling it a societal problem. Abbeville Police Department Police Chief Mike Hardy praised the parishioners and clergy for their quick actions and remaining calm. The incident took place at St. Mary Magdalen Church in Abbeville.

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SUMMARY: A pet owner in Orange County, Florida could face felony charges after leaving four Bernedoodle puppies in a hot car at Disney Springs, resulting in the death of one puppy. The owner had just purchased the puppies and left them in the car while having dinner with family. Despite efforts to save the puppies, one died and the other three were adopted by the fire department. Animal Services warns against leaving pets in cars, especially during the summer. Similar incidents have occurred recently, leading to investigations for felony animal cruelty charges. Authorities stress the dangers of leaving pets in hot cars.

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SUMMARY: Over the weekend, ABC13 reported on 11 shootings in Houston and Harris County, four of which were fatal, including a murder-suicide in Kashmere Gardens. A woman was found stabbed to death, and her husband was found nearby with a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Another fatal shooting involved a 15-year-old in northwest Harris County. In a non-fatal shooting, a waitress had her phone stolen, leading to a confrontation where two men were shot. Both survived. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incidents, with suspects described as two Black males in dark hoodies. Residents can track crime in their neighborhoods with ABC13’s tool.

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