Shifa to expand shelter for abuse victims in Houston
Shifa Community Services in Houston plans an October opening of a larger women and children shelter. The expanded facility will provide free meals lodging counseling legal help medical and dental care and transportation to abuse survivors, many from Muslim backgrounds. Aimed at 25 served over eight years the program will house about 20 women and children, with a confidential southwest-side location funded in part by a $1 million federal grant.
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Takata airbag truck explosion kills woman in Texas town
A Takata truck carrying airbag inflators and ammonium nitrate exploded Aug 22 in Quemado Texas, killing Lucila Robles and injuring four others. Investigators and Takata sent staff to assist while authorities searched for inflator canisters. The incident adds to Takata global deaths linked to inflator blasts.
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Bailey Stone remembered as faithful pastor and community figure
Friends and fellow church members recall Bailey Stone as a devoted pastor at First Baptist Church Odessa. Mentions include his memory for scripture, leadership, and faith that inspired other Christians, with survivors noting his wife Joyce’s support and a memorial drive to Salvation Army, Prison Fellowship, and Dallas Life.
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Court declares Texas road sign law violates free speech
The Texas 3rd Court of Appeals overturns parts of the 1972 Highway Beautification Act ruling that state officials may not regulate billboards and signs by content. The decision, issued Friday, focuses on a Ron Paul campaign sign near Austin and notes city and county rules are unaffected.
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