Power lines blamed in Maui wildfires rise from Lahaina chaos
Video shot by Shane Treu shows a power pole snapping and sparking in Lahaina as wildfires erupted amid high winds. The AP notes investigators citing fallen lines as a possible ignition source while Hawaiian Electric faces scrutiny for not preemptively shutting off power.
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Maui police chief urges patience in Lahaina search ordeal
Maui Police Chief John Pelletier asks for patience prayers and perseverance as teams comb the Lahaina ashes for wildfire victims. He compares the task to Las Vegas responses after the 2017 mass shooting, stressing careful victim identification and DNA to provide accurate toll figures while acknowledging public frustration with the process.
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Texas seeks millions from Planned Parenthood in Medicaid suit
Texas sues Planned Parenthood under the False Claims Act, seeking at least 17 million in Medicaid reimbursements as well as fines, arguing the organization was not entitled to funds for health services before 2021. The case, led by Attorney General Ken Paxton, targets clinics across Texas amid ongoing abortion rulings and funding battles.
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