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The Mirage casino in Las Vegas is closing – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

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www.nbcdfw.com – Rio Yamat | Associated Press – 2024-05-15 14:17:02

SUMMARY: The iconic Mirage hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip will close on July 17 for major renovations and construction to reopen in 2027 as the Hard Rock Las Vegas. The closure marks the end of an era for a property that played a significant role in transforming Sin City into a luxury resort destination. The closure will result in over 3,000 employees being laid off, with severance payments of $80 million expected. The Culinary Workers Union has negotiated for laid-off workers to receive $2,000 for each year of service and ensures their seniority if called back to work when the hotel reopens.

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Hutto, partner mutually agree to part ways on Brushy Creek Amphitheater management

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www.kxan.com – Erica Pauda – 2024-07-26 20:11:45

SUMMARY: The Brushy Creek Amphitheater in Hutto, Texas, has ended its contract with Directors of Chaos, affecting upcoming events. Both parties mutually agreed to the immediate termination. The amphitheater is exploring new management options to maintain its event quality. As a result, the RAIN: Beatles Tribute show scheduled for Aug. 1 has been canceled, with refunds provided to ticket holders. Located on 65 acres next to Adam Orgain Park with Brushy Creek access, the amphitheater expressed gratitude for the contributions of Directors of Chaos during their partnership.

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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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