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Texas expands razor wire along river banks in Eagle Pass and El Paso
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott says Texas National Guard troops are installing more razor wire along the Rio Grande in South and West Texas, at a time when some environmentalists say they're actually seeing a draw down in activity.
2024 election: Exploring claim Texas is ‘sleeper battleground state’
Texas Democrats have long claimed the state is within reach of flipping, yet no Democrat has won statewide here in 30 years. However, a late shakeup on the top of the ticket is raising hopes this year, and one familiar leader went viral this week for arguing Texas could be more competitive than ever.
Palestinian bomb maker arrested in New Mexico, hunt continues for another
A man who was convicted in Israel of making a bomb, and who served 20 months in an Israeli prison, was arrested this week at the border in New Mexico. But NewsNation’s Ali Bradley tells “On Balance” the hunt is on for another terrorist. She also says local law enforcement officials are frustrated that they […]
Amarillo City Council moves foward on special election ballot items
The Amarillo City Council Tuesday approved the resolution to order a special election that will encompass an abortion ordinance declaring Amarillo a “Sanctuary City for the Unborn” and include four propositions to amend the city charter. With the abortion ordinance at issue with the council since last year, councilmembers agreed to discuss the length of ballot language of the 18-page ordinance, which had previously been soundly rejected by a 4-1 vote margin in June, with councilmember Don...
Brownsville school board member opposes voucher plans at Austin hearing
Aug. 16—Brownsville ISD Trustee Daniella Lopez Valdez expressed dismay over what she encountered at a hearing of the Texas House Committee on Public Education concerning so-called Education Savings Accounts, also known as school vouchers. The hearing in Austin was on Monday, the first day of school for the Brownsville Independent School District and many other public school districts across ...
$15,000 Offered For Info Regarding Destroyed Bald Eagle Nest Near Dallas
Texas state and federal authorities are looking for information regarding the destruction of an active bald eagle nest last year near Dallas, and they are mean business. The Center for Biological Diversity has offered a $15,000 reward to whoever can lead them to the person responsible. Ring any bells?. A...
UPDATE: Ponca City man sentenced to 10 years for pointing gun at subject at gas station
NEWKIRK — On July 23, Gabriel Dean Logan entered a no contest plea in Kay County District Court to felony count of feloniously pointing a firearm. He was sentenced to a 10-year suspended prison sentence. Court date set for Ponca City man accused of pointing a gun while at...
Yellowstone needs extras for a country concert scene in North Texas
FORT WORTH, Texas — Calling all Yellowstone fanatics!. If you've dreamed of being in the hit TV series on Paramount, this could be your chance. The shows extras casting posted online that they are accepting applications for extras in what they've titled the "Lainey Wilson Concert Scene." According to the listing posted to their Facebook page, you must be 18 years old or older and be able to be in Fort Worth on Sept. 3.
Former Boerne ISD coach headed to Texas HS Basketball Hall of Fame
BOERNE, Texas — A legendary coach in Boerne ISD history will be receiving a huge honor come 2025. Boerne ISD announced in a press release that current Athletic Director Stan Leech is heading to the Texas High School Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2025. Coach Leech was the...
Environmental Planning Commission votes on Westside airport expansion
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – While Albuquerque works to expand the Westside’s Double Eagle Airport, there are growing concerns from some neighbors about the potential of taller buildings that could reshape the area’s desert landscape. The city has been considering a plan to allow for up to 85-foot-tall buildings at Double Eagle, right across from the Petroglyph National […]
Professional slap fighting events can soon happen in Texas
The seven members appointed by the governor to the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation agreed unanimously at their July 23 meeting to officially recognize and license slap fighting in the state. This comes after similar moves in Nevada, Florida and California and despite some doctors raising alarm bells about athletes potentially suffering serious injuries.
State Rep. Charles ‘Doc’ Anderson to retire early
AUSTIN, Texas (FOX 44) — State Representative Charles “Doc” Anderson announced he has informed Texas Governor Greg Abbott, Secretary of State Jane Nelson and Speaker of the House Dade Phelan that he is retiring early from the District 56 Texas House seat he has held since 2005. According to the Office of “Doc” Anderson, he […]
The Oldest Elementary School In Texas Also Has A Cemetery on Campus
It's back to school season and while some Texas students will be attending classrooms built in brand new schools, other students will be learning in buildings that are older. Texas has some very old, historic schools. Some of the oldest schools in Texas date back to the 1870's and they have character and history. Of course, all elementary schools have classrooms, playgrounds, and a cafeteria. But one Texas elementary school has something much different in addition to those rooms.
Largest Lottery, Powerball, and Mega Millions Wins in Texas
Everyone in Texas who has ever purchased a lottery ticket has dreamed of what they would do with that money. Most start by saying paying off debt, others want to help family members, or splurge big on a car and house. While most of us will only dream of what it would be like to receive that big check, there are a few people in Texas who have won big.
State Fair of Texas announces 2024 Big Tex Choice Awards Judges
DALLAS (KDAF) — The State Fair of Texas has announced this year’s judges who will serve as taste-testers for the iconic Big Tex Choice Awards. Brad Batson, Leslie Brenner, Calvin Golden, Donovan Lewis, and Nikky Phinyawatana will be the judges to determine this year’s “Best Taste – Savory,” “Best Taste – Sweet,” and “Most Creative” on August 22.
Drone-Powered Food Delivery Soars in North Texas, Looks To Expand
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Biggest Reasons for Casualties on Texas Roads
In Texas it seems like most people are in a hurry. Whether they are rushing to get their work done or rushing to get home to their family, people tend to drive a little faster in Texas. You will notice this as soon as you are on any Texas highway or interstate. Unfortunately, some of those unsafe driving habits can lead to crashes and even fatalities on Texas roadways, let’s look at the biggest reasons for those fatal crashes.
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