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Doctors say woman in El Paso ICE detention center urgently requires surgery that she is being denied

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Andrea Pedro Francisco was scheduled to have surgery to remove an ovarian cyst in February but was detained by ICE, which has repeatedly denied her surgery. EL PASO, Texas — This article was originally published in the Texas Tribune. Click here for the full article. The 911 call came two days after immigration agents detained … Read more

Body found in abandoned vehicle in Schertz prompts police investigation, authorities say

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Officials have not yet released the man’s identity or the cause of death. SCHERTZ, Texas — The Schertz Police Department is investigating after a body was found inside an abandoned vehicle in a field Tuesday afternoon.  Police said they were notified of an abandoned vehicle near the 500 block of Linda Lee Lane and Pecan … Read more

Healthy SA: How physical exercise, healthy lifestyle is crucial for brain health amid aging

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Experts say maintaining brain health is a must as we enter our older years. SAN ANTONIO — Advancements in technology have allowed researchers to better beat brain decline as we age, with more recognition of disease, but also better treatments. And, as we get older, keeping our eyes on our minds is essential. The Alzheimer’s … Read more

Light to moderate rain expected to continue through Thursday morning, localized flooding possible | Weather Impact Alert

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BEXAR COUNTY, Texas — IMPACT DAYS: Wednesday, May 20 – Monday, May 25 Reason: Multiple of days of possible storms and heavy rain.  The main line of storms that hit Tuesday night into Wednesday morning has moved south of the area, but light to moderate rain and a few isolated storms continue behind it. This … Read more