Second child with measles has died in Texas, officials say

Three people were killed in a small plane crash near Boca Raton Airport due to mechanical issues shortly after takeoff. The NTSB is investigating the crash of the 1977 Cessna 310, with no black box found. Local officials are advising to avoid the area as investigations continue and the airport remains closed, with Senator Lori Berman expressing gratitude to first responders. Full Article

Stocks fell sharply on Thursday as tariff headlines weighed on markets after a strong day prior, with the S&P 500 dropping 3.5% and the Nasdaq Composite tumbling 4.3%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 1,014 points, while the 10-year Treasury yield remained flat. The White House confirmed total tariffs on China will be 145%, surprising investors and leading to market uncertainty amid ongoing trade tensions. Full Article

The resentencing hearing for the Menendez brothers will proceed as planned in April after a Los Angeles judge denied the district attorney's motion to withdraw their petition. The prosecution presented graphic crime scene images, while the defense argued the brothers' claims of sexual abuse by their father were dismissed. Relatives of the brothers spoke out in support of their release, citing remorse, rehabilitation, and the potential for parole with resentencing or clemency from the governor....

Former UT Austin student Aymen Labidi is facing nine criminal charges for threatening to blow up c.jane boutique on The Drag near campus, leading to concerns over his repeated releases from jail. Despite being arrested multiple times, Labidi continues to violate conditions and pose a threat to the community, prompting c.jane owner Kat Key to close her store for safety reasons. UT Austin leaders are calling for collaboration with prosecutors and the judicial system to...

Seven correctional staff at the New Boston state prison in Texas were arrested for allegedly engaging in organized criminal activity by bringing contraband into the facility. The arrests were made following an investigation by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, with charges including bribery, possession of marijuana, and engaging in organized criminal activity. The TDCJ stated that they have zero tolerance for officer misconduct and appreciate the efforts of law enforcement partners in pursuing the...

Costco has announced a significant pay increase for its top-scale store employees, with hourly wages reaching $30.20 for the first year and up to $30.90 for specialized roles like loss prevention and customer service leadership. The retail giant's move to raise wages above the industry average of $15 to $20 per hour reflects a trend towards higher pay and recognition of specialized skills in the retail industry, setting a new standard for employee compensation. This...