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An inside look at the stage for the 2024 Democratic National Convention
The stage is set — literally — for the 2024 Democratic National Convention. A total of 335 Texas delegates, according to the Texas Democrats, will join the thousands of visitors in Chicago to rally behind Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz. ...
Texas high schools adjust athletics for summer heat
Student-athletes across Texas have started practice for fall sports, but this weekend, much of the state will still be under triple-digit heat. The National Weather Service has an excessive heat warning covering North and East Texas.
30+ Candies Sold at Texas Walmarts, Targets, More Stores Recalled
The FDA has issued a recall that affects Texas and many other states nationwide. The product being recalled is sold at Target, Walmart, Dollar General, and HyVee. This recall was first issued in May and has since been classified as the highest risk by the Food and Drug Administration. The products included in the recall are now listed as Class 1.
Heat hold on for the week... Tracking slight changes next week
The broken record of August heat rolls on as we head into the weekend. The vast majority of Central Texas will see highs over 100°, with many of us seeing highs between 102-104°. There will be enough humidity to push afternoon heat index values over 105°, and some of us could even see heat index values close to 110°! With this style of heat, make sure and take all of those very important heat safety precautions. Drink plenty of water, limit time outside during the peak heating time of the afternoon, and take frequent breaks in the shade or inside in the AC.
Big changes coming to Texas real estate market
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Significant changes will take effect in the Texas real estate market starting this weekend. Beginning Aug. 17, homebuyers will be required to sign an agreement before viewing any property. This new regulation is aiming to enhance transparency and clearly define expectations between buyers and real estate agents.
“Time For Texas To Fulfill Its Duty To Public Schools”
In a recent opinion piece, Matthew Hall, senior regional advocacy director with Raise Your Hand Texas, highlights the common thread between teachers, locally elected board members, business and chamber leaders, and faith communities: “A real concern about the Texas Legislature’s lack of financial commitment to our public schools, students, and their teachers.”
Hollywood is Also Leaving California for Texas
California and Texas have had a love/hate relationship for the better part of this century so far. Ever-increasing taxes and government policies hostile to all who live and do business in the Golden State have opened a floodgate into Texas. Since California started to tip into the metaphorical ocean, millions...
Texas Police Department Missing Thousands of Items, Including Guns and Drugs
If most people take something from work and decide to keep it, it's usually something like a pen or office paper, maybe some post-it notes. Stealing from within a police department? That's a different category of work theft. According to CBS News in Dallas, DeSoto Police have discovered they have...
Drone Captures Epic Texas Rainstorm
This Texas Rainstorm Is So Epic, Even the Clouds Are Jealous: Watch the Drone Footage. When it comes to weather, Texas doesn’t mess around. From scorching heat to sudden flash floods, we have seen it all. But every once in a while, Mother Nature puts on a show so...
Restaurant Report Card for Central Texas: 8.15.24
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - Here’s this week’s restaurant report card for Central Texas:. The Rustic Grill at 816 North Valley Mills Drive in Waco failed a renewal inspection with a 74. (26 demerits) There were a number of problems. The report was 4 pages long. The food safety...
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