Rep. Colin Allred, a former NFL linebacker and civil rights lawyer, has announced his candidacy for the 2024 Senate election against Republican incumbent Ted Cruz. In his announcement video, Allred highlighted his actions during the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the Capitol and his bipartisan record on issues such as veterans' rights, trade with Mexico, and the CHIPS Act. His candidacy has already generated excitement among Democrats in Texas, with endorsements from prominent figures such as Beto O'Rourke.
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Robert Findlay Smith, 71, was sentenced to life in prison without parole for the killing of three people at an Alabama church dinner in June. Linda Rainey, whose husband was killed in the shooting, expressed her grief and sorrow, while defense attorney Emory Anthony apologized on behalf of Smith and expressed his condolences. The sentencing of Smith brings closure to the families of the victims and to the community, and serves as a reminder of the importance of gun safety and the devastating consequences of gun violence.
Police have arrested Francisco Oropesa, the suspect in the killing of five of his neighbors in Texas last week. His bond is expected to be set at $5 million, and more arrests are likely. Oropesa was arrested without incident in the town of Cut and Shoot, and the San Jacinto Sheriff’s Office is asking anyone with information to contact the FBI hotline.
The United States and Mexico have reached an agreement on new immigration policies that will enable the U.S. to deport some migrants and allow Mexico to accept non-Mexican migrants and asylum-seekers. The agreement also includes the deployment of extra troops to the southern border and the eligibility of up to 100,000 individuals from Honduras, Guatemala, and El Salvador to live and work in the U.S. The agreement is seen as a way to deter illegal border crossings while also providing a safe and legal way for those who are eligible to enter the U.S.
Bob Lee, the founder of Cash App, was stabbed to death in San Francisco on April 4th. An autopsy report revealed that he had alcohol, cocaine, ketamine, and allergy medication in his system at the time of his death, although no link was made between these substances and his cause of death. Lee's family has set up a memorial fund in his honor and asked for privacy during this difficult time, while the San Francisco Police Department continues to investigate the case.
Former President Donald Trump is joining media organizations to oppose a protective order proposed by the Manhattan District Attorney's office ahead of his upcoming hush money trial. At a hearing Thursday, Trump's lawyers expressed their opposition to the order, citing a letter sent by a news coalition including NBC News. The hearing will consider arguments over whether Trump should limit what he can say publicly about the evidence against him, and a decision on the order is yet to be made.
On Monday, a Fairfax County police officer had a close call when an out-of-control car sped towards him at over 120 mph. The officer was able to jump out of the way and only suffered minor injuries. Fairfax County Police Chief Kevin Davis described the incident as "nearly killing" the officer and "miraculous" that he only suffered minor injuries. Dashcam footage of the incident was released on Tuesday, showing the officer's bravery in avoiding the speeding car.
Law enforcement agents have apprehended Francisco Oropesa, 38, in connection with a deadly shooting in Cleveland, Texas on Friday night. Oropesa was taken into custody without incident and is being held in the Montgomery County Jail on charges of first-degree murder. The FBI, Border Patrol, and U.S. Marshals were all involved in the manhunt for the suspect, who had been on the run since the shooting.