Texas state lawmaker John Bucy III introduced legislation to eliminate the death penalty, citing financial costs and the risk of wrongful executions. Currently, Robert Roberson faces a new execution date in Texas, sparking a debate over his innocence in his daughter’s death. Advocates, including lawmakers and medical experts, are calling for clemency in light of new evidence, with Texas having executed nearly 600 people since 1982, making it a leading state in capital punishment.
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New York City gunman bought rifle from casino supervisor, police say
The gunman, Shane Tamura, 27, opened fire in a New York City skyscraper, killing four people, after purchasing the rifle from his casino supervisor in Las Vegas. He died by suicide, leaving notes claiming to suffer from CTE, and had a second pistol; the attack appeared targeted at NFL offices within the building. Want More Context? 🔎
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