John Burnett
Stories
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National
Why People Are Fleeing Honduras For The U.S.: 'All That's Left Here Is Misery'
Hunger, violence and catastrophic flooding are leading more families to flee the Honduras for the southern U.S. border than any other country. At least 200 families a day are asking for asylum.
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National
More Than 170,000 Migrants Taken Into Custody At Southwest Border In March
The figures are preliminary and don't include what Border Patrol agents call "got aways." Officials say it was the highest monthly total since at least 2006.
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National
Texas 'Cold-Stun' Of 2021 Was Largest Sea Turtle Rescue In History, Scientists Say
The Valentine's Day winter storm created a condition that makes the turtles weak and inactive. Many of them died, but helpers are being praised for how many survived.
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Politics
Children Spend Days In Crude Facilities As U.S. Border Resources Overwhelmed Again
A record number of minors are being held in warehouse-style facilities as the Biden administration struggles to address a cyclical surge of unaccompanied children and teens crossing into the U.S.
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Politics
With Border Wall Construction Finally On Hold, Activists Worry About What's Next
While border wall opponents are celebrating, they also say the fight may not be over. Environmental activists want wildlife corridors restored; others oppose security measure like cameras and drones.
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Politics
Biden Suspends Border Wall Construction For Two Months
President Biden has halted construction of the massive wall on the U.S.-Mexico border for two months while officials determine what to do next.
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National
Asylum Seekers Hope Biden's Pledge To Welcome Immigrants Includes Them
One of the most daunting immigration challenges facing the Biden administration is what to do about the multitudes of migrants who want asylum protection in the United States.
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Politics
Trump Visits Border Wall To Show Off A Signature Election Promise
President Trump on Tuesday made a quick trip to the southern border in Texas to highlight his immigration agenda, which he considers one of the major accomplishments of his presidency.
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Food
Behind Backyard Bar-B-Que's James Beard Award-Winning Barbacoa
Barbacoa, the ancient method of cooking meat until it's tender, gained one establishment in South Texas the prestigious James Beard Award in 2020.
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National
Investigators In Nashville Looking For The How And Why To Christmas Day Explosion
Investigators in Nashville are combing the site of a Christmas morning explosion. Authorities say it was caused by an RV filled with explosives, which issued a 15-minute warning before it blew up.