Genetically Modified Mosquitoes Considered in Houston
Harris County officials explore Oxitec plan to release engineered mosquitoes that produce nonviable offspring to curb Zika and other diseases. FDA approval exists for a Florida Keys trial, while Texas would require an environmental assessment before any Houston test.
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Man arrest for invasive visual recording in Dollar General incident
Odessa police say 30-year-old Jesus Omar Moreno was arrested at the San Antonio International Airport and charged with invasive visual recording after a 14-year-old girl reported a photo taken under her skirt at 120 West Clemens Street Dollar General on February 20. The suspect fled, no further arrests were made, and investigation continued. The unrelated kidnapping claim involved a 31-year-old man injured with burns in the 1200 block of North Kelly Avenue, treated at Medical Center Hospital, and reported to police at 9:30 p.m. Sunday.
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SUV set on fire and kidnapping reported in Penwell
A 31 year old man told police that an acquaintance kidnapped him at gunpoint, forced him to drive his Dodge Durango to Penwell, and had the SUV set on fire early Sunday. Odessa police were seeking the 40 year old suspect identified by the victim.
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Javelinas Reported at Comanche Trail Park
Odessa Animal Control said seven javelina sightings at Comanche Trail Park over the past two weeks may reflect a food source on undeveloped land. No injuries were reported through Monday, but officials plan to move the animals to prevent encounters with residents. Call 333-3641 to report sightings.
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Brady Jersey Thefts Resolved After Mexico Recovery
Brady confirms recovery of his SB 49 and SB 51 NFL jerseys. Authorities traced the missing items to Mexico via an informant tip, with the NFL FBI and Houston police investigating. A former newspaper director linked to the case faced scrutiny after resigning from La Prensa.
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Airlines forecast 4 percent spring rise in air travel
Airlines expect a 4 percent increase in U S passenger traffic from March 1 to April 30, aiming to add seats after a strong 2016. Air Lines for America cites lower fares and improving wealth and jobs as drivers, though jet fuel trends may curb gains. American Airlines plans a rebound in revenue per seat in Q1.
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Baylor draws record freshman applications despite scandal
Baylor University in Waco reports about 36000 applications as administrators credit a strong brand and outreach to high schoolers. The university faces lawsuits over handling assault claims against former football players amid ongoing questions from students and alumni. In Texas, rail crossing safety has reduced train vehicle crashes by nearly 60 percent since the 1980s, despite a Mississippi incident this month.
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