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Weslaco bribery defendants argue for their convictions, sentences be overturned
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Two men convicted in 2022 of defrauding the city of Weslaco out millions of dollars during a $42.5 million rehabilitation of the city’s water and wastewater infrastructure are asking a federal appeals court to overturn their convictions and vacate their lengthy prison sentences.
Mission providing free school supplies, haircuts, health screenings at back-to-school event
Rio Grande Valley students will be heading back to the classroom in just a few weeks, which means it's time for parents to make sure they're ready. To help, the city of Mission will be hosting a back-to-school event on Friday. Kids will be able to get everything from school supplies to haircuts and even dental exams.
Join Us For a Fun Family Night at Freddy’s in Victoria
Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steakburgers to Victoria is hosting a huge Family Night on Tuesday, July 16th from 5-8 and I will be broadcasting live from 4:30-6:30. Enjoy a free kids meal with a purchase of an Adult combo There will also be great family activities such as bingo, a coloring station, face painting, and an awesome BUILD YOUR OWN SUNDAE station. Also scheduled to make an appearance is Stuart the Minion thanks to our friends at Life Celebrations.
The lessons Houston didn’t learn from Hurricane Harvey
Beryl, the first major hurricane of the year, has finally dissipated, but it’s still casting a long shadow in Texas. As of Tuesday afternoon, more than a week after the storm made landfall in the state, more than 100,000 electricity customers still didn’t have power — the vast majority of them in the Houston metropolitan area. Now intense heat and humidity have blanketed the region, leaving many vulnerable residents without the cooling they need to endure the hot, muggy weather with the heat index topping 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
Wow, Here’s 5 of the Biggest Drug Busts in Texas History
Texas has seen its share of drug busts, and some of them are so huge, they almost sound like something straight out of a Hollywood movie. Operations like these not only show the sheer scale of drug trafficking but also highlight the tireless efforts of law enforcement to keep dangerous substances off the streets.
School absences: To fine or not to fine?
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — As we approach the start of another school year, a new study shows half of Texans think fining parents for children's school absences is a good idea. Longtime local educator and most recently West Oso School Superintendent Conrado Garcia said, "It will work for a few but in my opinion after all of these years of being an educator, it will not get the majority."
California politicians have mixed reactions to Elon Musk's X, SpaceX relocation announcement
SACRAMENTO — Elon Musk says he is moving his companies X and SpaceX from California to Texas because he's opposed to a new law signed by Governor Gavin Newsom.Is Elon Musk political posturing, or is he packing up and leaving?The billionaire businessman posted the following to his social media site:"This is the final straw, because of this law and many others that preceded it, attacking both families and companies…Space X will now move its headquarters from Hawthorne Californian to Starbase Texas."Musk announced separately that he is also moving his social media company X from San Francisco to Austin, Texas.State Senator...
Gov. Greg Abbott defends trip to East Asia during Hurricane Beryl
Under scrutiny for spending the duration of Hurricane Beryl 8,000 miles away on an economic development trip to Asia, Gov. Greg Abbott is defiant — insisting his absence did nothing to hinder Texas’ disaster response, the Texas Tribune reports.
Texas A&M Forest Service assesses hurricane impact, a state forest temporarily closes
COLLEGE STATION, Texas—In the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, Texas A&M Forest Service has estimated that hurricane force winds, measured by the NOAA National Weather Service, impacted 50% of Houston’s urbanized area tree coverage. Over 400,000 acres of rural forestland were potentially impacted by hurricane force winds (74-80 mph) and another 7.4 million acres of forestland experienced tropical storm force winds (39-73 mph).
Saddle up for the Texas State 4-H Horse Show
BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - Over 300 participants will make their way to Bryan for one of Texas A&M AgriLife’s biggest events. The Texas State 4-H Horse Show will be coming to the Brazos County Expo on July 21. During the show, there will be around 40 different competitive events,...
RNC delegates describe Trump's 1st public appearance since assassination attempt
NORTH TEXAS – Delegates to the Republican National Convention from North Texas told CBS News Texas that when former president and three-time presidential nominee Donald Trump came into the hall Monday night for the first time since he was shot, the crowd just erupted, and they felt it.They said Trump, who wore a bandage on part of his right ear, seemed moved by all the support he received from the crowd.The former president also made his first appearance with his vice presidential nominee and running mate, U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance, R-Ohio."There was a joy," said Rosalie Escobedo, an RNC Delegate...
South Texas Rules the Roost for Birding Tourism
Reddish egret takes flight at Aransas National Wildlife Refuge in Austwell, Texas. Credit: Jeff Heilman. When word got out last November of the surprise first-ever U.S. appearance by a South American bird in Corpus Christi, fans flocked to the city for a look, including a just-engaged couple who drove more than seven hours from western Texas.
Heat advisory continues before rare July cold front arrives to North Texas
NORTH TEXAS – Tuesday is forecast to be the hottest day of the week, and if Dallas-Fort Worth reaches 102 degrees, it will be the hottest day of the year. A heat advisory is in effect for most of North Texas until 8 p.m.People in the area are advised to continue taking heat precautions because the "feels like" temperatures could reach above 105 degrees. Drink plenty of fluids, wear sunscreen, limit time spent outside, take breaks in the shade if possible and wear loose-fitting and lightweight clothing. The area of high pressure still controls the pattern on Tuesday and Wednesday and keeps temperatures...
Governor Abbott says Trump 'truly blessed by the hand of God'
Governor Greg Abbott says the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump was an “outrage.” Abbott talked about the shooting while meeting with reporters about Hurricane Beryl Sunday in Houston.
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