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Abilene’s Most Wanted: 26-Year-Old Sought for Abuse of a Corpse
Abilene Crime Stoppers, in partnership with the Abilene Police Department, is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of Jackie Ray Shanz, a 26-year-old fugitive wanted for abuse of a corpse and assault family violence. Shanz is currently evading law enforcement, and authorities are urging the public to come forward with any information about his whereabouts.
Man Missing From Texas Discovered In California With No Explanation
An individual who had been missing in Texas since 2023 was recently found in another state. Here's what is known at the time of writing. The Intimal Disappearance of Perry McCauley Jr. As reported by FOX 7 Austin originally, the last sighting of Perry McCauley Jr. was last year on...
Megadeth Drummer Calls Out Fashion Brand Over Altered Metal Imagery
Megadeth drummer Dirk Verbeuren is calling out the Vetements clothing company for a recent design that appears to have lifted some familiar metal artwork. Among the designs in a recently previewed hoodie is a logo looking very similar to the artwork for Soilwork's album, Stabbing the Drama. Plus, fans have also noted that the lettering to a logo in the middle of the promo piece mirrors that of how Ensiferum share their band name in logo form. Verbeuren appears to have spotted an Eyehategod Southern Discomfort lift as well as he hashtagged them in his post.
‘The Circle’ Contestant Catfishing as Bassist in Big Metalcore Band
A contestant on Netflix's The Circle is catfishing as the bassist in a big metalcore band — We Came As Romans. The Circle is a reality competition show where contestants live in different apartments of the same building, and are only allowed to interact with one another through an app that allows them to send text messages and photos.
How Chester Bennington’s Son Jaime Is Addressing Linkin Park’s Reunion Lineup
In the aftermath of Linkin Park's reunion announced, Chester Bennington's eldest son, Jaime, has come out in opposition of the band's selection of Emily Armstrong as their new vocalist. Using his Instagram account, Bennington has called out the band for failing to acknowledge Armstrong's history with the Church of Scientology...
BEWARE: Texas Police Are Searching For A DANGEROUS Wanted Fugitive
The Temple Police Department now wants a man named Manajh Peoples according to KWTX. Manajh is wanted for two different warrants. Manajh People has been charged with deadly conduct, which is when an individual does a certain action that puts someone in danger of severe bodily injuries or possible death according to the Texas state law and evading on foot.
Safely Dispose of Meds in Abilene: Medication Cleanout Day Event
If you have been caring for parents, grandparents, or anyone who takes a lot of medications, it can be a challenge to figure out how to dispose of meds properly. There are places in Abilene where you can dispose of some medicines but not all. Most places DO NOT take...
A Notorious Serial Killer And His Bloody Ties To Odessa, Texas
There is a fair share of true crime junkies nowadays. Even though this feels like something new with the kids today, millennials fell victim to true crime shows early on with Mariska Hargitay playing Olivia Benson in Law and Order: SVU. But do we all still feel the same when it hits too close to home?
TikTok Star RJ Pasin Plays His Favorite Riffs
In this latest episode of Loudwire's Gear Factor video series, watch TikTok and Instagram guitar star RJ Pasin play his favorite riffs. While Gear Factor has featured over 100 of your favorite rock and metal artists of the more traditional nature, we love showcasing the talents of individuals who are lighting it up on the internet. Whether it's YouTube, TikTok, Instagram or any other means of self-sustained digital promotion, we know your feeds are flooded with a wild amount of talented guitarists.
Loose Tiger in South Texas Captured After Escaping Mexico Zoo
Social media post have been circulating about a loose tiger in South Texas and it has been confirmed! A tiger escaped a Mexico zoo back on Wednesday, September 3rd and has now been caught! The wild cat was captured after being nearly a week on the run. The tiger escaped its enclosure on Wednesday, September 3.
Can You Eat Your Pet’s Food Without Getting Violently Ill?
It was bound to happen once we introduced a puppy into a house that also contains two children under the age of 5. The youngest was the first to commit the offense. We found her nibbling on some of the dog's food, which sent us into a panic. Is Eating...
Chained Saint, the Thrash Metal High Schoolers Making a Grab for the Torch – Interview
For any genre of music to survive and thrive, young people need to be the ones at the forefront to take the torch. Few bands feel as perfectly ready for that role as front-runners than South Florida thrash metal quartet Chained Saint. Each of the four members have known each...
Slayer + Other Big Bands Who Released Albums on 9/11
It was definitely unfortunate, but there were some pretty big albums that were released on 9/11. Sept. 11, 2001 will always be known for one of the most devastating terror attacks taking place on American soil. The impact of the event informed many ways of life in the aftermath. Unfortunately...
8 Most Insane ‘Last Meal’ Death Row Requests in Texas
Right now, sitting in a Texas prison cell, is a man named Raymond Riles, and his story is anything but ordinary. Riles has been on death row longer than anyone else in the entire United States. His stay hasn't been quiet either—back in 1985, Riles set himself on fire, and over the years, he’s had numerous outbursts, including an incident where he attacked a judge. Despite it all, Riles has made it clear that he’s ready for his “last day.”
Tommy Lee Gives His Wife Brittany Furlan Lee the Cure for Period Cramps
Tommy Lee apparently gave his wife, Brittany Furlan Lee, the cure for period cramps. Furlan Lee discussed the topic during an episode of the podcast she co-hosts with Brittany Schmitt called This Is the Worst. In a clip shared on the podcast's Instagram in early August, Furlan Lee recalled suffering from cramps when her husband suggested she drink pickle juice.
Dumpster Diving in Midland and Odessa Is Riskier Than You Think
Social media has introduced us to so many trends throughout the years. I have had my fair share of hobbies, which I temporarily picked up due to a viral video. One trend that took off like wildfire is dumpster diving and it quickly spread through Texas. The problem with a...
Jerry Cantrell Celebrates New Solo Album + Says Alice In Chains Are Working On a Couple of Things
On Tuesday (Sept. 10), Jerry Cantrell joined Loudwire Nights to celebrate the upcoming release of his latest solo record, I Want Blood. "It's an interesting work," Cantrell told host Chuck Armstrong about the new album. "One song is not going to really give you the complete picture of a record, but it gives you a pretty good sneak preview of some of the places that might be explored on this."
Texas Teacher Accused Of Locking Child Out Of Home Overnight
A Houston ISD teacher has been arrested on child endangerment charges after allegedly locking her 12-year-old daughter out of their apartment overnight. Georgette Albert, 45, is accused of not allowing the child back inside over an argument, forcing the child to sleep on a bench in the apartment complex. The child attempted to get back into the apartment several times.
Fear Factor: Look Inside This Insanely Haunted Old Texas Hotel?
I absolutely love everything haunted. I guess you would call it a hobby or pastime. I love exploring the paranormal. There is something out there on the other side. There are too many unexplained sightings and occurrences for it to be ruled as plain coincidence. From houses to hospitals and even bridges hauntings can happen literally anywhere including entire hotels.
System of a Down Fans Name Band’s Most Underrated Songs on Reddit
System of a Down fans named what they think are the band's most underrated songs in a post on Reddit. The rockers released a total of five studio albums between 1998 and 2005, but they haven't released any new material since the two standalone tracks "Genocidal Humanoidz" and "Protect the Land" came out in November of 2020.
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