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Construction worker Emilio Macareno-Rodriguez, 45, tragically died after falling from scaffolding near The Rim in San Antonio. Authorities believe a heart attack caused the fall, but the investigation continues. Emergency responders attempted resuscitation, but Macareno-Rodriguez was pronounced dead at the scene. The local construction community mourns the loss.

Tragic Train Accident in Uvalde, Texas: Authorities Investigate Fatal Collision Near Border

President Trump to Announce New Drug Deals, DOJ Releases Epstein Files: In a significant move, President Trump is set to unveil new agreements with pharmaceutical companies this Friday, aiming to lower prescription drug costs for Americans. Meanwhile, the DOJ releases a large number of Epstein files, including photographs, following a congressional bill.

Bolivias major cities, La Paz and Santa Cruz, erupted in protests this past Friday as public transportation workers launched a strike due to a one hundred percent fuel price increase. The strike led to widespread disruption, with protesters blocking streets and marches organized across the country. The transportation workers are demanding the government revoke the fuel price increase, with leaders warning of nationwide protests if subsidies are not restored. The government, led by President Rodrigo Paz, has stated the decree is not negotiable and has delegated negotiations over urban fares to local mayors. The move comes as the government aims to save three billion dollars by cutting fuel subsidies, with measures also including a twenty percent wage increase and social bonuses for poorer sectors.

Federal spending skyrockets, with per person expenditure set to surpass twenty thousand dollars in fiscal year two thousand twenty-five. This dramatic increase, linked to expanding government programs and agencies, has been exacerbated by pandemic-related spending. Rachel OBrien from Open the Books highlights concerns over use it or lose it spending and earmarks. In response, Senator Joni Ernst proposes the Wheres the Workforce Act to enhance transparency in the federal workforce.

In a bizarre and heartbreaking incident, a father in San Jose, California, sued a mortuary after receiving his sons brain instead of his clothes. The father, unaware of the contents, put the bag in his washing machine, only to discover it was human brain matter. The lawsuit alleges the mortuary failed to inform the family about a cranial autopsy and hid the brain in their courtyard for weeks, causing immense emotional distress.

Beaumont Police Arrest Man in Child Abuse Case: 1-Year-Old Girl Suffered Severe Injuries, Suspect Failed Polygraph

States weigh Trumps tax breaks: A complex decision on federal tax cuts States are grappling with the decision to adopt or reject Trumps proposed federal tax breaks, including deductions for tips, overtime wages, and automobile loans. The impact of these changes will vary greatly depending on state tax laws. While embracing the cuts could save residents and businesses money, it could also strain state budgets. Only a few states have voted on these breaks so far, with many still considering their options. Lawmakers must act quickly to apply changes retroactively for the upcoming tax year.

Existing home sales in the U.S. saw a slight increase in November, but annual sales were down one percent compared to last year, marking the first slowdown since May. Despite low mortgage rates, home prices continued to rise, reaching an all-time high for November. Affordability remains a challenge, with first-time buyers making up only 30% of sales, down from a historical 40%. The inventory of unsold homes is still below pre-pandemic levels, favoring sellers.