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Texas Rainfall Brings Out ‘Toxic’ Worms that Regenerate When Chopped in Half
The recent excessive rainfall in the Houston area has brought an unexpected and toxic guest out of hiding: the hammerhead flatworm. These invasive worms, known for their distinctive hammer-shaped heads, emerge from their subterranean homes due to the massive amounts of precipitation. Danger Lurking in Your Yard. These flatworms can...
West Nile Virus Cases Increases In North Texas
As summer continues, bugs and insects are becoming more active. But with the influx of mosquitos, the West Nile Virus is spreading in North Texas. Denton County recently reported the first positive human case of the West Nile Virus in 2024. According to Denton County Public Health, the community member lives in Sanger and was diagnosed with West Nile Virus Neuroinvasive Disease. So far this year, 25 mosquito traps used in Denton County to monitor the virus have tested positive. Other counties such as Collin also tested positive for West Nile virus, however, no human cases were reported. In Collin County, traps...
Texas attorney general going after 3rd border nonprofit that helps migrants
The same day that a court struck down a request by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton to investigate a popular faith-based nonprofit that helps migrants on the South Texas border, Paxton's office asked for a hearing to depose another NGO that also assists asylum seekers in South Texas, Border Report has learned.
Greg Abbott announces over $95 million in housing tax credits across Texas
TEMPLE, Texas — The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) has awarded more than $95 million in housing tax credits to help "finance the development or rehabilitation of more than 60 rental properties, offering reduced rents and increased housing options for Texans throughout the state," Governor Greg Abbott announced on Thursday, July 25.
Texas Woman, Oldest Living Person in US, Celebrates 115th Birthday
HOUSTON, TX — A Houston woman, who is the oldest living person in the United States, celebrated her 115th birthday Thursday, July 25, 2024. Elizabeth Francis, born in Louisiana in 1909, lives with her 94-year-old daughter.
Local Restaurants Participating in Houston Restaurant Weeks
Try out a new restaurant or revisit a favorite for a great cause during Houston Restaurant Weeks! Find out which local restaurants are participating in this annual fundraiser benefitting the Montgomery County Food Bank. Houston Restaurant Weeks provides diners an opportunity to give back while dining out. Each participating restaurant...
Shuttered pie shop in Katy breathing new life following agreement
HOUSTON - A popular Katy pie shop, that recently had to close it's doors, has a new lease on life thanks to another local restaurant chain. In April, the Proud Pie Bakery found itself in financial difficulty and some public-crowdfunding was able to help keep the place open. In early July, though, the money crunch proved too much and Proud Pie was forced to close.
Warrant reveals calls in alleged $30K Harris Co. jail drug ring: 'I'm busting my a-- over here'
Two family members accused of helping facilitate drug sales inside the Harris County jail are out on bond.Lativia Armiss Bailey, 31, and Nathanael Campbell, 42, are both charged with engaging in organized criminal activity and face up to life in prison.Investigators accuse them of laundering money through CashApp for their family member Joshua Sinclair Owens, 35.Owens is currently in the Harris County jail on several violent charges, including murder. He is now also charged with engaging in organized criminal activity.During a news conference on Tuesday, Kimberly Smith, a prosecutor with the Harris County District Attorney's Office, said that Owens was...
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