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These Unbelievable Stories Unfold: Homelessness Challenges, Masterful Events, and Political Showdowns

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A fascinating mix of heartbreak, hope, and controversy in Houston, Detroit, and North Texas. Dive into the unexpected twists and turns of these gripping tales!

In a whirlwind of events, 62-year-old Army veteran Julie Blow found herself facing homelessness due to health issues and a tragic accident. Meanwhile, the First Tee of Greater Detroit hosted a successful Masters watch party to support the Lawrence Burns Scholarship Fund. As copyrights expire, works like Sherlock Holmes and Mickey Mouse enter the public domain, sparking new discussions on creativity and ownership.

In a shocking turn of events, a teen boy was critically injured in a shooting at a St. Cloud gas station following a violent altercation. The political arena heated up as Republicans in North Texas competed for a congressional seat, with Donald Trump stirring controversy by advocating for state-level abortion rights. CBS News highlighted Houston's Housing First initiative, showcasing its enduring success in providing housing for the unhoused.

Ending on a surprising note, did you know that Mickey Mouse, along with other iconic works, is now part of the public domain? Additionally, Houston's Housing First initiative has been running for over 12 years, emphasizing the importance of stable housing for vulnerable populations.

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Inside Houston's successful strategy to reduce homelessness (CBS News)

A lot of bad luck led 62-year-old Army veteran Julie Blow to homelessness โ€“ a serious kidney issues, a fall that cost her the sight in one eye, ...

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First Tee of Greater Detroit hosts Masters watch party (CBS Detroit)

Proceeds from the second annual event benefit the Lawrence Burns Scholarship Fund.

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Public domain, where there is life after copyright (CBS News)

As their copyrights expire, books, music and films - from Sherlock Holmes and "The Great Gatsby," to Walt Disney's original Mickey Mouse - enter the public ...

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Teen boy critically injured in shooting at St. Cloud gas station (WCCO | CBS Minnesota)

Police said a fight broke out, during which someone started shooting. The 17-year-old was found with a gunshot wound to the torso and brought to a local ...

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Republicans face-off in race for open North Texas congressional seat (CBS Dallas / Fort Worth)

Presumed Republican presidential nominee and former President Donald Trump made waves after saying abortion rights should be a state, not a federal issue. We ...

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CBS Sunday Morning features Houston's Housing First initiative (Houston Chronicle)

The initiative, still in place after more than 12 years, was dedicated to providing housing for unhoused individuals in Houston before focusing on other next ...

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