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Texas Has a New National Park
On the grounds of the Blackwell School in Marfa in the early 20th century, it was policy that students leave their native Spanish language at the door. If they broke this rule, they faced punishment, ranging from demerits to being placed in a closet. And according to a placard from the Texas Historical Commission, students were even made to scribble down Spanish words on slips of paper they buried in a mock funeral ceremony, vowing not to speak the language again.
Former Texas governor will participate in West Texas Legislative Summit
SAN ANGELO, Texas — Former Texas governor and US Secretary of Energy Rick Perry will be a speaker at the West Texas Legislative Summit, the San Angelo Chamber of Commerce announced late Tuesday. The Chamber and honorary co-hosts Congressman August Pfluger, Texas Sen. Charles Perry and Texas Rep. Drew...
A cold front is moving into North Texas
NORTH TEXAS — A cold front will come through North Texas Wednesday evening. A few showers are possible Wednesday and Thursday along with cooler weather. A front could kick up more storms Wednesday evening as it pushes south overnight.If it slows down, North Texas could end up with very heavy rain across the southeast counties down the I-45 corridor on Thursday. The First Alert Weather team will keep an eye on this possibility. Otherwise, just a few afternoon showers riding in on a north wind.There are not great rain chances for Thursday, but there is great news about cooler...
Cody Johnson sings anthem smoothly at All-Star Game a night after Ingrid Andress’ panned rendition
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Country music artist Cody Johnson performed the national anthem without a hitch before the All-Star Game in his home state of Texas, a night after a widely panned performance by Ingrid Andress that led to an apology and an admission that she was drunk. Johnson...
ALERT: Food Sold At H-E-B In Texas Recalled Due To “Foreign Material”
Mustard Potato Salad from Reser’s Fine Foods sold in Texas via H-E-B has been pulled from store shelves. Here's what is known at the time of writing. As reported by the US Food & Drug Administration, the food was recalled recently. The release was put out on July 9th, 2024. Per the FDA, the food was removed from shelves due to one major issue: something was found in the product that shouldn't be in it.
Texas judges issue additional rulings blocking Title IX revisions
(The Center Square) – Two federal judges have ruled in favor of Texas and Texas plaintiffs in separate lawsuits filed to block a Biden administration Title IX rule change from going into effect. Texas is now the 15th state where the revisions are blocked from going into effect ahead of an Aug. 1 deadline. Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas Amarillo Division...
Driver killed in rollover crash at 1604 and Judson Road on the northeast side
SAN ANTONIO — One person was killed and another person is in critical conditon after an accident at Loop 1604 on the northeast side Thursday, police say. Crews responded just before 1 p.m. at Loop 1604 and Judson Road for a call for a rollover accident. Police say the...
'Everyone just started laughing': Not-so-sneaky food delivery guy captured stealing neighbor's package
SAN ANTONIO — A sushi order turned into a crime of opportunity for a food delivery driver in Alamo Ranch. Ring camera footage captured the man trying to hide from the camera when helping himself to a neighbor's package on the way out. KENS 5 is sharing this case...
Former Uvalde police chief pleads not guilty to child endangerment charges
UVALDE, Texas (WOAI) — Former Uvalde School District Police Chief Pedro "Pete" Arredondo pleaded not guilty to charges of endangering a child after the Robb Elementary School tragedy. Arredondo faces 10 counts of abandoning or endangering a child. Every count is in relation to a survivor from Classroom 112...
Vote for top WR in Corpus Christi area entering 2024 Texas high school football season
Who is the Coastal Bend's top receiver entering the 2024 Texas high school football season? The Caller-Times released a list of five receivers to watch this week and now it is your turn to vote. Make your selection of the Corpus Christi area's best receiver and be sure to read...
Missing New Braunfels man's remains found in Corpus Christi
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas - The remains of a missing college student from Central Texas have been found. Caleb Harris, 21, from New Braunfels, was attending Texas A&M Corpus Christi. He disappeared in March near his apartment in Corpus. Corpus Christi police said his body was found in a wastewater lift...
McAllen Performing Arts Center announces 4 new Broadway shows
McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Nederlander National Markets has partnered up with the McAllen Performing Arts Center to announce four new shows for the 2024/2025 Broadway in the Rio Grande Valley season. The four new shows include Mean Girls the Musical, Pretty Woman: The Musical, The Cher Show and The Four Phantoms in Concert. The […]
Walk Through One Of The Most Abandoned Malls In Texas
Today, Sunrise Mall in Corpus Christi, Texas is frozen in time. Walking through it feels like stepping into a ghost town frozen in the past. Take a peek into the Sunrise Mall today. Each photo tells a piece of its story—crumbling walls, forgotten corners, and little details that show what it's like now. Whether it's a sunlit atrium or a shadowy hallway, these photos give you a real feel for what the mall looks like today.
City of Edinburg to celebrate art, wellness at FridaFest
The City of Edinburg invites the community to mark their calendars for July 27, as downtown Edinburg comes alive with the vibrant art and wellness extravaganza, FridaFest. Set against the backdrop of the city’s new Arts, Culture, and Events Center (A.C.E.), FridaFest celebrates women's empowerment and honors the legacy of Frida Kahlo while embracing themes of healing, belonging and the rich tapestry of Edinburg's cultural scene. The festivities will take place from 5:30 to 11 p.m.
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