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BE ALERT: Texas Housing Market’s Rapid Changes Affect Homebuyers
The rise of the housing market in Texas in the last three years has been truly dramatic. At one point I remember looking for a home myself and thinking wow when did the prices go up so high?. IS THE HOUSING MARKET IN TEXAS IN TROUBLE?. According to Newsweek, Texans...
Texas Rep. Doggett first sitting Democrat to publicly call for Biden to exit presidential race
Rep. Doggett's call for President Biden to withdraw from the presidential race comes less than a week after the first presidential debate between President Biden and former President Donald Trump.
116 Texas Stores Now At Risk For Massive Closure
Another massive nationwide retailer that has a huge footprint in Texas could be the next to start shuttering stores as they have already declared that a Chapter 11 bankruptcy could be announced very soon. Many of the stores that have been recently closing and going belly up across the Lone...
Judge’s ruling protects migrant shelter on US-Mexico border and accuses Texas of harassment
McALLEN, Texas (AP) — A judge blasted efforts by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton to shutter one of the oldest and largest migrant shelters on the U.S.-Mexico border in a scathing ruling Tuesday, accusing the Republican of “outrageous” conduct over his claims that the shelter encourages migrants to enter the country illegally.
Study ranks three Texas lakes among 'dirtiest' in U.S.
A new study ranks three Texas lakes in the top 10 dirtiest lakes in the U.S. The study was released by Lake.com, a vacation rental platform that used data from the National Water Quality Monitoring Council, which is part of the Environmental Protection Agency. The Texas lakes were in West Texas, North Texas and near Austin.
Texas Woman Indicted in 2001 Death of Newborn 'Angel Baby Doe' After DNA Match Unveils Maternity Link
The long unsolved case of "Angel Baby Doe," a newborn found abandoned on the side of the road 23 years ago, has finally led to an indictment. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's Office, through the Missing Persons and Cold Case Unit, announced the indictment of Shelby Stotts on counts of 2nd-degree manslaughter. In a statement on July 1, Paxton highlighted the relentless efforts of investigators who have kept this case alive for over two decades. The indictment alleges that Stotts, in November 2001, left her newborn child unattended and failed to provide necessary medical assistance after birth, leading to the baby's death.
Be the First to Win Millions with These 3 New Texas Scratch Offs
July is here, and the Texas Lottery has introduced three new scratch-off games. These games went into circulation as of July 1. Each of the three games has impressive top-tier payouts. Let's take a look. $250,000 50X Crossword. This $10 scratch-off is a new version of a game with the...
Hundreds of Central Texas pool owners sue over 'concrete cancer' defect
Just five months after completing his pool, Patel noticed spider-like cracks oozing with white gel spreading along the outside wall. (Kameryn Griesser/Community Impact) Leander resident Sachin Patel always dreamed of affording a backyard pool for his children, but shortly after building one in 2019, his dream began to crumble. In...
One Texas Business Scammer Could Be Involved in 19 Deaths, Police say
A woman already charged with the endangerment of one person and the murder of another may be connected to the deaths of up to 20 other individuals, police say. And it’s all in pursuit of the almighty dollar. The unlicensed Love & Caring for People LLC was founded by...
HCC Coleman College interim president appointed to state task force
HOUSTON (July 1, 2024) — Dr. Lutricia Harrison, interim president of HCC Coleman College for Health Sciences, has been appointed by Gov. Greg Abbott and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to serve on the inaugural Healthcare Workforce Task Force for the State of Texas. The task force’s directive...
Carroll ISD to accept budget reduction committee applications starting July 22
The committee will be comprised of approximately 20 members of the community along with board members, principals and other district staff members. (Courtesy Pexels) To address potential budget shortfalls for the 2024-25 fiscal year, Carroll ISD officials have created a budget reduction advisory committee. Community members can volunteer to serve on the committee and the district will begin accepting applications July 22.
Texas Nurse Adopts Late Patient’s Dog After Searching for Days
Earlier this year, a nurse went above and beyond to look for a dog who belonged to a late patient, later adopting the rescue pup. He was rescued from a hoarding case last year and found a loving home with his previous owner. Unfortunately, the owner passed away after being discovered unconscious in their car. […] The post Texas Nurse Adopts Late Patient’s Dog After Searching for Days appeared first on DogTime.
Texas Panhandle drought improves after tropical storm moisture
The Texas Water Development Board reported that the Texas Panhandle and a large area of South Texas showed notable drought condition improvement in the last week of July in the wake of Tropical Storm Alberto.
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