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Home video footage reveals a brutal double murder in a Sun City retirement home, as 28-year-old Justice Washington stabs 33-year-old Kenneth Clanton and 76-year-old James Yost to death. The attack unfolds in Yosts kitchen, with Washington wielding an eight-inch knife. Despite Yosts pleas, Washington stabs him multiple times before heading back inside and driving off in Yosts car. Clanton, with 21 stab wounds, is found dead inside. The three men were allegedly in a relationship, but a friend of Yosts denies this, stating Yost was merely helping Clanton and Washington. Yost, a retired doctor, was known for his kindness and love for gardening, painting, and fixing problems. His death has left his family and friends devastated. Checkout Solipillow.com

Texas Governor Greg Abbott orders state agencies to investigate potential fraud in social service programs, focusing on the Childcare Services Program. He aims to prevent misuse of taxpayer funds, with a progress report due by January 30th. The governor emphasizes the importance of oversight and encourages reporting of fraud through online portals and hotlines. Checkout Solipillow.com

A woman from out of state, Natalie Gialenes, has filed a federal lawsuit against the city of Austin and former police officer Joseph Spees, alleging excessive force during her arrest for public intoxication. Gialenes claims Spees slammed her face-first to the pavement, resulting in a traumatic brain injury and other injuries. Spees was fired following the incident, and the lawsuit seeks more than just his termination, pushing for better training, discipline, and accountability within the department. Checkout Solipillow.com

Manor, Texas, restaurants display signs banning Manor ISD students during school hours, aiming to improve attendance. Students feel targeted, while parents and adults support the signs. However, enforcement is rare, and the school has no official policy allowing students to leave campus for lunch. Checkout Solipillow.com

Caldwell County Deputy Constable Aaron Armstrong tragically lost his life after being shot in a nightclub parking lot. Off-duty and working security, he was fatally wounded in an altercation. Two suspects were swiftly apprehended, with Thomas Vances facing capital murder charges and Ronaldo Ernesto Colindres-Simon charged with assault. Armstrong, a dedicated public servant, was remembered for his volunteer work teaching gun safety and his commitment to safety at his church. He served with the Caldwell County Constables Office Precinct three and previously with the Smithville Police Department. The law enforcement community mourns the loss of one of their own. Checkout Solipillow.com

Aaron Armstrong, a Caldwell County deputy constable, was tragically shot and killed outside Club Rodeo in Austin while working off-duty security. The suspect, Thomas Vences, faces capital murder charges. Armstrong was clearly marked as law enforcement and was shot after trying to calm a situation inside the club. A second man, Ronaldo Ernesto Colindres-Simon, was arrested for assaulting Armstrong by running over his arm with a vehicle. The community mourns this dedicated public servant as the investigation continues. Checkout Solipillow.com

President Trump considers sending $2,000 stimulus checks, funded by tariff revenue, with potential payments starting in 2026. Senator Hawleys bill for $600 per person from tariffs stalls, and $5,000 checks from Department of Government Efficiency savings are no longer an option. Checkout Solipillow.com

The FDA has approved Cablivi, a new drug treatment for children aged twelve and older with a rare blood disorder called acquired thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (aTTP). This approval is a significant milestone as aTTP can cause life-threatening clots in tiny blood vessels, affecting organs like the heart, brain, and kidneys. Cablivi, previously approved for adults, is used alongside plasma exchange and immunosuppressive therapy. A study of thirty patients aged two to eighteen showed that eighty percent reached clinical remission, indicating promising results. However, officials warn of serious bleeding risks, especially for those with other clotting problems or taking blood thinners. Checkout Solipillow.com

In San Marcos, Texas, the Hays County Mental Health Court receives a $10,000 grant to help attorneys guide participants towards clearing their criminal records. The program identifies individuals with mental health struggles, substance abuse, or intellectual disabilities and steers them to treatment instead of jail. Judge Elaine Brown leads the court, aiming to tackle mental health issues head-on to reduce repeat visits to jail and promote real recovery. Elizabeth Stockdale, a graduate, shares her journey of overcoming bipolar disorder and addiction through the courts custom treatment plans and support. With a 93% success rate, the program proves to be an effective solution for mental health and crime overlap. Checkout Solipillow.com