Texas Execution Stopped, Hamas Leader Killed, GA School Shooter & Father Face Judge, Secret Service Report Released

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Texas Execution Stopped

He was waiting in a holding cell for 4 hours next to the death chamber, as both the US Supreme Court and the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals rejected last-minute appeals for his case. But less than two hours before he was scheduled to die by lethal injection, the Texas Supreme Court ordered a halt and spared Robert Roberson’s life, at least for now. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports from Texas on the case and what happens next.

Hamas Leader Killed In Gaza

He was Israel’s Number One target since the October 7 massacre by Hamas in Southern Israel killed over 12 hundred people and led to more than 200 being taken hostage. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on the US reaction to the Israeli military’s announcement that they killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in Gaza.

Georgia School Shooter & Father Face Judge

A 14-year-old who opened fire inside his Georgia high school, along with his father who allowed his son access to an assault rifle, were both indicted on murder charges. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.

Texas AG Sues Doctor Over Gender Care

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued a Dallas doctor, accusing her of providing transition-related care to nearly two dozen minors in violation of state law.

Latest On The Liam Payne Investigation

There is shock in the music world, and now an investigation by Argentinian police, into the death of One Direction singer Liam Payne. Correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports.

Early Voting In A Disaster Zone

Early voting is underway in North Carolina, but in a state still dealing with Hurricane Helene’s destruction, it’s not easy. Correspondent Ed Donahue reports.

Sinwar Found & Killed

Israeli Defense Forces killed Hamas' top leader, Yahya Sinwar, following a firefight in the Gaza Strip. John Stolnis reports the Biden administration hopes this is an opening for an end to the war in Gaza and a return of just over 100 hostages back to Israel.

Pennsylvania Early Voting

Early voting is underway in a few American states, including battleground Pennsylvania where candidates and their allies are spending much of their time. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.

Secret Service Report

Saying there are “deep flaws,” an independent advisory panel released a scathing report on the United States Secret Service, recommending big changes are needed following the Trump assassination attempt in Pennsylvania. Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.

Charges Dropped

In Arizona, authorities have dropped all charges against a deaf man with cerebral palsy who was beaten by Phoenix Police after he didn’t respond to their orders.

Massive Sex Abuse Settlement

There was a surprise settlement involving the Archdiocese of Los Angeles and victims of sexual abuse at the hands of clergy. Bob Brown has details.

Alabama Execution

Alabama executed a man Thursday evening who admitted to killing five people with an axe and gun during a drug-fueled rampage in 2016. Saying he was guilty and in his final statement asked for forgiveness, 36-year-old Derrick Dearman’s lethal injection was carried out.

Tech News

An Alabama man has been arrested by the FBI for hacking the SEC's official X account, to manipulate the price of bitcoin. Here’s Chuck Palm with today's tech report.

Finally

One reason the stock market has been going higher - correspondent Shelley Adler reports on retail sales increasing for the third straight month.

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