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'AC systems get beat to death in Texas' | Here are some warning signs and tips to keep your AC system working as temperatures rise
AUSTIN, Texas — We're entering the time of the year when air conditioning units will be working overtime every day for the next few months. And for people not maintaining their AC units properly, things can get expensive. “The AC systems just get beat to death in Texas,” Joshua...
Fireworks, heat and COVID-19: North Texas health experts' safety tips for the Fourth of July
Fourth of July celebrations on Thursday will lead into a fun-filled weekend for much of North Texas. Pyrotechnics remain a risky staple of Independence Day festivities, COVID-19 infections are on the rise and the sweltering Texas summer is in full swing — and local medical experts are sharing their tips on keeping safe this holiday.
At half a mile a week, Gov. Greg Abbott’s border wall will take around 30 years and $20 billion to build
"At half a mile a week, Gov. Greg Abbott’s border wall will take around 30 years and $20 billion to build" was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.
This Texas City Has The Longest Running Fourth of July Celebration in Texas
One of the longest running Independence Day celebrations in America can be found right here in Texas. In fact, the celebration has been going on for so many years that it's known as the longest running Fourth of July celebration west of the Mississippi. It's also led to Round Top, Texas being known as the Fourth of July Capitol of Texas.
Texas Pastor Makes Emotional Plea For Return Of Son Who's Been Missing For Four Years
A Texas pastor is still looking for answers after his son went missing in 2020. He's made an emotional plea hoping the case might finally be solved. In 2020, Jason Landry, a Texas State University freshman, went missing. Authorities located his wrecked car, but they didn't find Jason anywhere. What makes things even more mysterious is the car was in the opposite direction of where he was supposed to be heading.
Sen. Cruz, Reps. Roy, Castro Lead Bipartisan, Bicameral Coalition of Texas Lawmakers in Support of Direct Flight from SAT-DCA
U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Ranking Member Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas), and Rep. Joaquin Castro (D-Texas) are leading a bipartisan, bicameral coalition of Texas lawmakers in urging Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg to allocate San Antonio International Airport (SAT) one of the new long-haul, round-trip flights to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). The recent FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, which Sen. Cruz co-authored as the ranking member of the Senate Commerce Committee and was signed into law, secured five new round-trip flights to and from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) from locations previously excluded from direct flights. The Department of Transportation recently announced the application procedures for the eligible airlines and will award slots for new service this summer.
A Fire Breaks Out at Abilene’s 4th of July Fireworks Celebration
Thousands of spectators gathered at Wylie High School's Hugh Sandifer Stadium for the highly anticipated WesTex Connect Fireworks Spectacular on July 3rd. The event, held for the first time at this venue, promised a night of dazzling fireworks, music, and community spirit. However, it took an unexpected turn when a fire broke out nearby.
Spectator describes scene at Abilene fireworks/drone show when grass fire starts
ABILENE, Texas — Droves of people flocked to the area of Abilene's Hugh Sandifer Stadium Wednesday to celebrate Independence Day at the WesTex Connect Fireworks Spectacular. As the show went on, many people, including Jason Swink, saw a glow near the stadium and knew it was not part of the festivities. A grass fire ignited near the stadium, according to the Abilene Fire Department.
Bringing Home the Gold: Big Country TSTC students win gold at national competition
BIG COUNTRY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Texas State Technical College (TSTC) students from Abilene and Sweetwater brought home gold from the SkillsUSA Conference in Atlanta. This national competition boasted thousands of students from hundreds of tech and trade schools across the country, and three TSTC students from right here in the Big Country were proven to […]
Movies and TV shows casting in El Paso
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey.
What's Driving You Crazy: Car businesses vehicles blocking sidewalks
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14) — Car businesses block sidewalks by displaying vehicles! That’s what’s driving one viewer crazy this week. Car dealers that park cars on sidewalks for display don't think about or care about pedestrians in the area, because they do this daily. I've even seen a person in a wheelchair riding on the street at Alameda and Delta next to the store at the corner. The cars parked on sidewalks are inches away from the street, sometimes over the curb.
Laura Reyes of El Paso appears on The Tonight Show, hugs Jimmy Fallon
View this post on Instagram A post shared by FitFam El Paso (@therealfitfamelpaso) A childhood dream came true for one El Pasoan who found herself on national television beside her favorite late-night talk show host. ...
Owner of Lubbock sign company admits to stealing thousands from St. Luke’s church
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - An effort to support a small, locally owned business backfired on a Lubbock church. It is a story the KCBD Investigates Team has followed for nearly a year. Now, St. Luke’s Church in Lubbock tells us the criminal justice system did its job. Last year,...
4th of July fireworks: Tips for keeping pets safe, calm during July 4th fireworks
Every Fourth of July, some beloved pet dogs get scared by the holiday's popping sounds and unfamiliar noises and run out of their owners' yards. More than 60% of dogs experience heightened anxiety during fireworks displays, which can lead to frantic behaviors and stress-induced health issues, according to Puppies.com. "Every year we hear...
VIDEO: Drivers In Houston, Texas Discover Naked Person In Tree
Driving in Texas can sometimes be an experience. We've all seen at least one individual while out on the Texas roadways do something silly while driving right? Somebody going way over the speed limit, an individual not using a turn signal, or perhaps they're blasting music at an insane volume.
Shark attacks 4 people on South Padre Island on July 4 as beachgoers pull 'severely injured' swimmers to shore
One swimmer suffered a "severe" shark bite to his leg as beachgoers desperately battled to pull injured people from the waters off South Padre Island
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