Extradition delays linger in teen killings case
Cham bers County Sheriff says he has done all possible to secure extradition from Mexico for a suspect linked to the murders of two teens. The suspect was captured in May, with Juan Chavez facing a May 2015 capital murder indictment and a writ of habeas corpus set for Thursday. Relatives urge faster justice as a memorial service for Alex Chavez is planned at WC Britton Park with a balloon release.
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Sessions Controversy Deepens Over Kislyak Contacts
The article notes Sessions faced renewed questions over potential recusals after stating he did not need to recuse. It details Kislyak meetings with Sessions and others at the July Republican National Convention in Cleveland, including Carter Page. It also reports Jared Kushner and Michael Flynn meeting Kislyak at Trump Tower in December, with the White House confirming limited details and anonymity surrounding who disclosed the events.
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Hillary Clinton
Lee College student’s kindness honored at memorial ceremony
Spencer, a 19 year old Lee College student and Turner Enterprises intern, was remembered for deep compassion shown in acts of kindness. Professors recounted his generosity and late classes due to meals in his car to avoid making others hungry. He loved hunting fishing cooking and duck calls. his family praised his driven nature and impact.
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Seniors Association Plans Overnight Trip to Coushatta Casino
Baytown Seniors Association now Baytown Association will take an overnight trip to Coushatta Casino departing 11 a.m. Thursday from Baytown Community Center. Cost is 50 per person double occupancy or 80 single. Each rider gets 23 in free play with snacks drinks and bingo on the bus. Sign-ups close today. Contact David Weber at 832-597-6400.
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County seeks ballot vote on jail center after backtracking
Chambers County officials discuss funding the proposed 240‑bed jail and law enforcement center. Critics urge transparency and a signed resolution from all elected officials before any ballot. A petition collected about 3600 signatures but only 1347 were needed to trigger a vote.
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