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El Periodico USA Community News December 7, 2024

Texas conservatives plan to further restrict trans lives this legislative session

By Eleanor Klibanoff, The Texas Tribune “Texas conservatives plan to further restrict trans lives this legislative session” was first published
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El Periodico USA Community News December 6, 2024

South Texan imprisoned for attempting to run over federal agent

U.S. Attorney’s Office, Southern District of Texas | Press Release A 23-year-old San Benito man has been ordered to federal
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El Periodico USA Business December 6, 2024

Governor Abbott Launches Small Business Freedom Council

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the launch of his Small Business Freedom Council to review government efficiency for Texas businesses
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El Periodico USA Community News December 6, 2024

If Trump makes cuts to Medicaid, Texas officials could seize the opportunity to further slash

By Lomi Kriel and Jessica Priest, The Texas Tribune and ProPublica “If Trump makes cuts to Medicaid, Texas officials could
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El Periodico USA Community News December 6, 2024

Grid operator says Texas is better prepared for extreme cold this winter

By Kayla Guo, The Texas Tribune “Grid operator says Texas is better prepared for extreme cold this winter” was first
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El Periodico USA Awards December 6, 2024

Over $15 Million In Career Training Grants Across Texas

Office of the Texas Governor | Greg Abbott | Press Release Governor Greg Abbott today announced 60 career training grants
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El Periodico USA Community News December 5, 2024

Former police officer and felon admits to illegally possessing firearm

U.S. Attorney’s Office, Southern District of Texas | Press Release McALLEN, Texas – A 44-year-old resident of McAllen, Texas, has pleaded
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El Periodico USA Community News December 5, 2024

Gang member sentenced for possessing grenades and firearm

U.S. Attorney’s Office, Southern District of Texas | Press Release McALLEN, Texas – A self-admitted member of the Westside gang
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El Periodico USA Community News December 5, 2024

50 Actions to Reduce Risk of Suicide for Adults in Department’s Custody

Office of Public Affairs | U.S. Department of Justice | Press Release A Working Group of Justice Department Experts Recommends
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El Periodico USA Community News December 4, 2024

DHR Health Lung Cancer Early Detection and Diagnosis

Lung cancer is often called a “silent killer” because it grows unnoticed, showing little to no symptoms until it’s too
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