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Texas Man Arrested after Meth, Ecstasy Found in Vehicle at West Frankfort Traffic Stop
WEST FRANKFORT – A Texas man was found with illegal drugs after being stopped by Franklin County Sheriff’s deputies on Illinois 149 near I-57 in West Frankfort around 7:50 Thursday night. According to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, the driver and only occupant in the vehicle, 42-year-old Patrick...
Texas Expands Wildlife Conservation with New Bat Boxes Along I-35 in Austin Amid Construction Projects
Tourists flocking to Texas for the summer are set for a flighty surprise, thanks to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). Beyond preparing for peak travel season, TxDOT is expanding its wildlife conservation efforts by adding 18 new bat boxes at the Walnut Creek Bridge along I-35 in Austin. This move aims to provide replacement roosts for the displaced Brazilian free-tailed bats, which faced habitat disruption due to ongoing construction work, according to a report by TxDOT.
FBI Issues Jugging Warning: The 2 Minute Video Every Louisianian Should Watch
The FBI is warning bank customers in Louisiana and nationwide about a trend of crimes referred to as 'jugging'. Groups are camping out at various banks and ATMs, waiting for their ideal victim to target. What is Jugging?. The term 'jugging' is derived from criminals who target people with 'jugs'...
Karaoke spot in Crystal City looks to open later this year
An upcoming karaoke spot in Crystal City hopes to open later this year. Interior construction is underway at Lantern Restaurant & Bar, which expects to open toward the end of this year, according to a county staff report for the Arlington County Board. Inside the restaurant at 320 23rd Street...
Texas DPS driver license offices close due to tech issue Friday
DALLAS — Texas Department of Public Safety driver license offices were closed across the state Friday morning due to a technical issue, officials said. Texas DPS officials posted on X that the agency's information technology teams were "working diligently on a fix, however there is no current estimate on when [offices] will reopen."
All Texas Costco Members Impacted By Massive New Changes
There are 38 Costco stores in Texas, and some massive changes are on the way for each of those locations and all of their current members. Before you begin guessing all the additional ways Costco could change their stores, none of these changes will include creating a uniform experience, and even if you have mastered your favorite store's layout, you are probably safe continue to expect a perpetual rearranging of products and aisles.
LOOK: 28 Texas Cold Case Murders Have Been Solved Since 2019
I'm an avid watcher of TV shows such as NCIS, Law & Order, and the various CSI dramas. I enjoy them, but I realize that the breakneck speed at which they can solve crimes is a massive exaggeration of how things play out with detectives in the real world. Yes,...
Trampoline Goes Airborne During Wild Texas Storm
Thanks to the miracle of modern technology, we’re all able to witness Mother Nature’s wrath from a safe distance. In some cases, the clips serve as reminders of the less obvious dangers of severe weather. This is one of those cases. If you’re looking to add a trampoline...
Post-Beryl internet outages plaguing small businesses, remote workers
Days after millions of people across southeast Texas had their power restored following Hurricane Beryl, there are still areas without internet and phone service. Viewers who reached out to ABC13 said it's impacting their ability to work from home or serve customers at their businesses.Nina Fragale, general manager of Pipeline Grill in Baytown, said the restaurant's power was restored last Friday, but the Xfinity internet and landline services remained out.As a result, the business couldn't answer calls from customers who want to know if they're back open, and they've had patrons walk out because they're unable to accept credit card...
Richard Moore Outdoor Report: Resilient Red-Crowned Parrots
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Recent rainfall in the Rio Grande Valley has been a boon to wildlife, and the Valley’s flocks of Red-crowned parrots are voicing their enthusiastic approval. Parrots thrive amidst flowering and fruiting native plants like anacua that provide shelter and sustenance. They nestle amidst prolific white flowers on some trees, while other […]
Texas Convicted Murderer Now Being Sued For $15 Million
The death of Anna Moriah “Mo” Wilson was one of the most shocking and attention getting cases that Texas has seen in a while. She was murdered by Kaitlin Armstrong who is now spending the next 90 years of her life in Dr. Lane Murray Unit which is a women’s prison in Gatesville, Texas.
BANNED FOR LIFE: Buc-ee’s Bans A Service Duck And Its Owner From Stores
A Wild Story Involving A Service Duck, Its Owner And The Famous "Beaver" Has Social Media Talking. As we sit here in Texas, its been fun watching Buc-ee's expand all across the country and seeing the reaction from folks who make their first trip to the popular travel center. But...
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