Fence Threatens Binational Mission at UT Brownsville
UT Brownsville faces a proposed US border fence that would cut through campus and the golf course, threaten binational ties, and hinder future river access. University officials urge legal action to seek alternatives, arguing the plan harms education, culture, and cross border collaboration at the 465 acre campus near Fort Brown.
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University of Texas
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United States
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Border Patrol
Matamoros
University of Texas At
Migrant deaths rise sharply in South Texas region
The Rio Grande Valley sector has recorded 67 migrant deaths since October, surpassing last year's total. High temperatures near 100 degrees and tougher border security in Arizona are blamed, with smugglers allegedly misinforming migrants about the journey. Brooks County officials warn of harsh conditions and dehydration risks along remote routes.
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Texas
Border Patrol
Rio Grande Valley
Rio Grande
Gulf of Mexico
Victoria
Arizona
Daniel Doty
Trol
Houston Chronicle
Brooks County
Baldi Lozano
Grapevine to Unveil 9/11 Memorial by DFW Flight Path
A new 18 foot bronze 9/11 memorial rises along the DFW flight path in Grapevine. It honors 33 crewmembers from American and United Airlines and a young passenger, depicting two pilots and two flight attendants. The dedication is scheduled for July 4 during a city ceremony.
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Grapevine
Dfw
American Airlines
United Airlines
Dallas-Fort Worth
Retiring Texas child welfare chief led polygamist raid era
Carey Cockerell, head of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, announced his retirement effective August 31 after a 61 year life and a 20 year county job. He cites family time ahead after four decades in state and local programs. The agency’s raid on the Yearning For Zion Ranch drew civil liberties concerns and later a Texas Supreme Court ruling on improper family separation.
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Austin
Texas
Carey Cockerell
Department of Family and Protective Services
Cockerell
Zion Ranch
Eldorado
Texas Supreme Court
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
Patrick Crimmins
FLDS
Rod Parker
Parker
Tarrant County
Rick Perry
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