Correction, March 2, 2026 8:39 pm: This story has been updated to include the third person killed in the attack and to reflect the fact that, in Texas, groups classified as foreign terrorist organizations are banned from purchasing or acquiring land.
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Correction, January 14, 2026 3:13 pm: This story has been updated to clarify the number of buildings cited are considered office buildings. Additionally, a caption identifying the bat in the lead photo has been changed to reflect the fact that it depicts a Northern Red Bat.
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