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Texas DPS Dedicates Boat to Honor Fallen Trooper Matthew Myrick
AMARILLO, Texas — The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) held a boat dedication ceremony at the Texas Panhandle War Memorial to honor the life and service of fallen Trooper Matthew Dewayne Myrick. Bearing the name Patrol Vessel Myrick, the newly commissioned boat will be transported to DPS’ Tactical...
FEMA provides aid to those looking for generators amid shortage after Beryl
If you are considering getting a generator so your family never sits in the dark again, here is a warning: you may not get one anytime soon.From small to large, finding a generator right now can be a challenge, so be prepared to wait weeks, if not longer.Hurricane Beryl knocked out so many power lines that it took weeks to restore power to southeast Texas.As you can imagine, the prolonged outage has led people to look for generators, to avoid a repeat of the power crisis.If you are looking for a whole-home standby generator, it could take weeks for a...
Q&A: Texas Freedom Network explains the role of politics in local school boards
Emily Witt is a senior communications and media strategist for the Texas Freedom Network. (Courtesy Texas Freedom Network) The Texas Freedom Network was founded about 30 years ago to be “the watchdogs of the religious right at the State Board of Education level," said Emily Witt, senior communications and media strategist. Over time, the organization began monitoring public education bills at the Texas Legislature and advocating for legislation that supports public schools.
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...
15-year-old Mississippi murder suspect captured in his mother’s Texas apartment
BROOKHAVEN, Miss. (WLBT) - A teen connected to a murder at a Mississippi apartment complex has been captured by the U.S. Marshals. Christian Collins, 15, was wanted in connection with a shooting at a Brookhaven apartment complex that left a 23-year-old dead in June. Collins was captured in his mother’s...
Texas Police Department Missing Thousands of Items, Including Guns and Drugs
If most people take something from work and decide to keep it, it's usually something like a pen or office paper, maybe some post-it notes. Stealing from within a police department? That's a different category of work theft. According to CBS News in Dallas, DeSoto Police have discovered they have...
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.
Richardson police use a drone to help catch a suspect
The Richardson Police Department says it recently captured a man suspected of stealing a car by using an aerial drone. Officers had pulled over the stolen vehicle in a neighborhood when the driver jumped out and began running in between some houses.
Newly Constructed Ramp Set to Open for I-20 and US 287 in Arlington's $2.1 Billion Southeast Connector Project
The Texas Department of Transportation's monumental Southeast Connector Project continues to evolve with the pending opening of a new interchange ramp. This ramp, which connects I-20 westbound to US 287 southbound, is scheduled to welcome travelers starting at 6 a.m. on Monday, July 29. The project, with an estimated $2.1 billion budget, aims to overhaul approximately 11 miles of I-20, I-820, and US 287 by 2027, as reported by the City of Arlington.
Watch Wild Futuristic ATV Gang Take Over Dallas Highway
Thrilling Chaos: Futuristic ATV Gang Takes Over Dallas Highway in Daring Display. Drivers in Dallas, Texas were treated to what looks like a cyberpunk Mad Max convoy scene straight out of the movies. Keep scrolling to watch the clip posted on Twitter today. Adrenaline-Pumping Experience. In the video below, we...
House of the Month: 4226 Arcady Ave.
Designed by renowned Dallas architect Hal Thomson, this three-story Traditional was built in 1926 and has been thoughtfully updated for today’s discerning buyer. The home features a classic center-hall layout, with six bedrooms, six full baths and two half baths spanning 9,039 square feet. In addition to an en suite bath — which you’ll find in all six bedrooms — the primary suite includes a sitting room and a fireplace.
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