12-year-old at center of Parker Co. plot with friend to kill families dies
The 12-year-old Parker County girl who authorities said plotted for weeks with a friend to murder their families has died from a self-inflicted gun shot wound.
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The 12-year-old Parker County girl who authorities said plotted for weeks with a friend to murder their families has died from a self-inflicted gun shot wound.
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He breaks down what makes the case unusual and the factors investigators are likely weighing.
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The state of Texas is investing $50 million in research on psychedelic therapies.
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