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More Presidents Came From Texas Than What You Think
Texas is a vast state with lots of political figures, but we've had fewer U.S. presidents come from the state than some would think. While a ton of presidents haven't come from Texas, we have still produced a decent amount, considering only 21 states have produced a president. Some of which can only claim one.
Texas fishing, hunting licenses expire at the end of August. But you can get your new 2024-25 license now.
TEXAS, USA — As August comes to an end, current-year Texas hunting and fishing licenses will expire, but you can purchase a new one for the 2024-25 season now. Licenses went on sale Aug. 15. Texans purchase more than 3.9 million hunting and fishing licenses annually, directly funding a...
16 state coalition sues Biden administration to block amnesty plan
(The Center Square) – A 16-state coalition led by Texas has sued the Biden administration to stop a widespread amnesty plan from going into effect. They did so two months after President Joe Biden announced the plan designed to fast track a path to citizenship for hundreds of thousands of foreign nationals who’ve been living […]
Colorado group helps other transgender people escape hostile states, unsafe conditions
Transgender Texans, frequently the targets of antagonistic state legislation and policies, continually weigh the threats to their civil rights against the costs of relocating to safer, more survivable states.
Texas' strict abortion laws may be fueling tragic trend: 6 babies abandoned in Harris Co. since June
Investigators are calling it an epidemic: parents abandoning their babies.ABC13 has reported on six instances of child abandonment in Harris County since the beginning of June. In two cases, children died.READ RELATED: Multiple babies found abandoned last month in Houston: 'It's heartbreaking'Leah Kipley with the National Safe Haven Alliance said the landscape is troubling.States like Texas with near-total abortion bans are dealing with more parents abandoning their children for several reasons like desperation and a lack of information.Texas' safe haven law, or the Baby Moses law, allows a parent to leave a baby less than 60 days old safe and unharmed at a hospital, fire station, or EMS station.They must notify an employee that the child needs a safe haven.Though this type of law exists nationwide, Kipley said parents still need more support.The National Safe Haven Alliance has helped save more than 4,800 babies since 1999. Their hotline for immediate assistance is 1-888-510-BABY(2229).For updates on this story, follow Briana Conner on Facebook, X and Instagram.RELATED: Houston woman abandoned 40 years ago says bigger conversation needed after 2 babies found days apartRELATED: 18-year-old charged after newborn abandoned in dumpster near SW Houston apartment, HPD says
Women's Soccer Visits Rice on Sunday
HOUSTON – The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Vaqueros women's soccer team (0-1-1) is set to visit the Rice Owls (2-1) on Sunday at 11 a.m. at Holloway Field. This will wrap up a two-match road trip as the Vaqueros return home to host Southern on Thursday, Aug. 29 at 6:30 p.m. at the UTRGV Soccer and Track & Field Complex.
Beaumont officers shoot and kill a man coming at them with a chainsaw
Beaumont Police say officers had to shoot and kill a man when he came after them with a chainsaw. It happened shortly after 8:00 Saturday evening on Harriot Street near Avenue E. According to Officer Hailey Morrow, officers were sent to a disturbance and once on scene they began talking...
The ‘Darth Vader House’ In Texas Is For Sale Again
This very well-known house in Texas has popped up on the market again, but if you want it, you’re going to have to move quickly because it’s getting a lot of attention. And for good reason, this property has been featured on TMZ, CNN, the New York Times, and so many other media outlets as it’s known as the ‘Darth Vader House’.
Houston rolls out improved water bill plan following months of surges
HOUSTON (KIAH) – The City of Houston is taking steps to prevent customers from receiving inaccurate water bills. These steps include increasing transparency in the billing process and resolving structural issues that may have led to inaccurate bills in the past. The city is also working to restore public trust by being more transparent in its operations.
Texas Attorney Brittany Lacayo Sets New Record for Widest Tongue in the World
Brittany Lacayo, an attorney from Houston, Texas has just set a new Guinness World Record for having the widest female tongue in the world. Her record-setting tongue is actually as wide as the average female tongue is long. Houston, Texas Defense attorney Brittany Lacayo always knew she had a really...
Houston’s High Temperatures Set to Hit 95°F as Rain Looms Early in the Week
Houston, TX – Sunday in Houston will be a scorcher, with temperatures climbing to 95°F. The day will remain clear and dry, offering no respite from the intense heat. This trend is set to change as the new week begins, with rain expected to move in on Monday.
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