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Substance abuse expert says RGV faces ‘overdose pandemic’
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Some are so gripped by grief that it changes them. For many, it’s an ever-present and unfillable void. For others, it can transcend nearly every aspect of their lives. Take Adelína Olívares of Alamo, who said she lost her 20-year-old nephew to a...
'Not the party I grew up with:' Another Texas lawmaker leaves Democratic Party
(The Center Square) – Another lifelong Democrat has joined the Republican Party in Texas, this time, state Rep. Shawn Thierry of Houston. She made the announcement on Friday, joining Gov. Greg Abbott in Austin. “This is not the party I grew up with,” Thierry said of the Democratic Party. “I now stand with the party of Lincoln, the party that fought to preserve our Union and fought to end the...
Report disputes Texas' claim that its 'Lone Star Operation' has deterred migrant crossings
Texas authorities have recently claimed that its "Lone Star Operation," aimed at deterring migration into the state, have led to an almost 90% decline from its peak. Mike Banks, Special Advisor on Border Matters under Gov. Greg Abbott said that the concrete figure is 87% and that, as a result, the federal government has opted to temporarily move agents from the state's ports of entry to others in Arizona, California and New Mexico.
Texas judge rejects state AG Paxton's bid to question leader of migrant aid organization
A Texas judge has rejected the bid by the office of state Attorney General Ken Paxton to question the leader of a local organization providing aid to migrants. Concretely, Travis County judge Maya Guerra Gamble, of the 459th Civil District Court, denied a request by Paxton's office to depose a representative of Team Brownsville, which provides water, shelter and other basic necessities to migrants seeking asylum in the U.S.
Texas is Now Home to The Fastest-Growing Port in the U.S.
If I were to ask you where the fastest-growing port in the entire U.S. was in 2024, what would you guess?. Somewhere in New York or San Diego, California? Maybe Seattle, Washington? Those would be some of my initial guesses. However, the fastest-growing port in America is actually here in Texas.
Multi-agency operation nabs 33 violent gang members in border town of Uvalde
(The Center Square) — Thirty-three members of violent gangs were arrested as part of a multi-agency operation targeting transnational and organized crime in the border town of Uvalde, Texas, and surrounding area in Uvalde County. “Gang violence has no place here in Texas, we will bring the full force of justice down on these famous […]
Eagle Pass Eagles Shut Out Eagle Pass Winn Mavericks 48-0 in 18th Rivalry Meeting
The Eagle Pass High School Eagles shut out their cross-town rival, Eagle Pass Winn High School Mavericks, by a score of 48-0 in the 18th Rivalry Meeting of their storied football series on Friday, August 30, 2024 at the Eagle Pass Independent School District Cozel Foster-Veterans Memorial Stadium in Eagle Pass, Texas, improving their overall series record to 18-0.
No. 2 Bobcats coast past Cotulla
Refugio’s Drew Cox won his head-coaching debut on Aug. 30 as his second-ranked Refugio Bobcats rolled to a 49-6 season-opening win over the Cotulla Cowboys in Cotulla. Visit SouthTexasNews.com for more information on the game. Refugio will host the Corpus Christi London Pirates, who beat Bishop 45-13, on Sept....
Lavaca River Controversy. Should This Have Been Ruled A Fumble For Industrial?
VANDERBILT-Texas- The Lavaca River showdown went into overtime. A questionable fumble gave Edna the ball, when it appeared Industrial scored a touchdown. Edna would win on their next possession via a field goal. Final score 38-35 in overtime.
Tesla Cybertruck catches fire after crashing into a fire hydrant
Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. Bottom line: Statistical data shows that electric vehicle fires occur at a similar frequency to those in vehicles with internal combustion engines, but this offers little comfort to firefighters. These fires are notoriously difficult to extinguish and pose increased dangers to first responders. At least two fires have resulted from Cybertruck crashes, raising concerns about the safety of high-voltage lithium-ion batteries.
Former Mercedes city attorney avoids prison in federal theft case
A former Mercedes city attorney will not serve prison time after pleading guilty to a federal theft charge in 2023. A judge sentenced Juan R. Molina to time served and a $5,000 fine. The court filing had a handwritten note that says "one day" in parentheses. Molina was accused of...
Corpus Christi Faces Heavy Rain Threat: Flash Floods Possible This Weekend
Corpus Christi, TX – A potential weather threat looms over Corpus Christi this weekend as a surface trough of low pressure in the northwestern Gulf of Mexico may bring heavy rain and flash flooding to the area. This system, which is currently producing disorganized showers and thunderstorms, is expected to meander near the coast throughout next week.
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