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The Texas Legal Guide: To City, County, and State Law Differences
When my youngest daughter who's in college wanted to find her own place but found real estate prices sky-high, she thought of living in a travel trailer in our backyard. This seemed like a great idea until I explained that we have laws prohibiting this. She asked, “Is this your law, a local law, state law, or what kind of law is it?”
‘I will never forget this place’: TJC tennis star talks journey from India to East Texas
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – Coming to another country is a big move in someone’s life, and that’s what one student-athlete did to play tennis at Tyler Junior College. Calvin Golmei, from India, fell in love with the game of tennis at 15 years old. “Maybe the attention part kind of gave me some kind of […]
Chevron to move its headquarters from California to Texas
"Chevron to move its headquarters from California to Texas" 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.
Award-Winning Texas News Anchor Breaks Boyfriend’s Nose After Too Many Margaritas
KBTX weekend news anchor, Heather Kovar, went out for a night of Tex-Mex and adult beverages with her boyfriend. The evening took a turn when they headed back to Heather's apartment across the street after an argument in the restaurant about their relationship. Kovar, employed by the popular news station...
The Fishy Mystery on Texas Gulf Coast: Why Tens of Thousands of Fish Washed Ashore
This weekend, visitors to the Texas Gulf Coast were met with a startling sight: tens of thousands of dead fish scattered across the beaches. The massive die-off has left both locals and tourists puzzled and concerned. Hypoxia. Wildlife officials have quickly stepped in to investigate the phenomenon. According to their...
Killer Virus Now Spreading All Over Texas
As Texas is dealing with the scorching summer temperatures, but the extreme ultraviolet radiation is just the tip of the threat the outdoors brings in the Lone Star State during this time of year. We have grown accustomed to dealing with the presence of West Nile Virus over the past twenty years, but now a new viral threat is surging across Texas, and once again we have the world's most deadly animal to blame.
Texas Weather: Warm and Clear Skies Expected Saturday Night
Austin, TX – Residents of South-Central Texas can expect clear skies and warm conditions tonight. According to the US National Weather Service Austin-San Antonio, temperatures will hover near normal lows in the 70s to near 80s. Clear skies and mild temperatures are predicted for most of the region, with...
Report shows TJJD treats juveniles unconstitutionally including abuse, isolation
Shocking details of physical and sexual abuse on the most vulnerable Texas youth — the 73 page investigation of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department shows children were treated unconstitutionally.
Could you be overpaying for electricity? Here's what a survey found
DALLAS — Many Texans may be overpaying for electricity, a survey from Dallas-based online energy marketplace EnergyBot shows. The study, which surveyed 501 customers in Dallas and Houston, showed that the majority of those who signed up for plans with free night and weekend bill credits are paying more than those who signed up for traditional fixed-price plans. As part of the survey, EnergyBot gathered data from the participants, which ranged from Oncor and CenterPoint Energy customers with apartments, small homes and large homes, for a year.
FORECAST: Big Country braces for intense heat & limited rainfall
BIG COUNTRY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — As we approach the weekend, a weak cold front will sweep through the Big Country, bringing a 20% chance of showers on Saturday but no relief in temperatures. The showers may be accompanied by isolated thunderstorms that will move across the region on Saturday and further south on Sunday. While […]
AAA Texas: Gas prices down as tropical storm nears U.S
The state of Texas continues to see relief at the gas pumps, with statewide gas prices averaging $3.09 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel, according to the AAA Texas Weekend Gas Watch. The average price is four cents less than the previous week and 37 cents less compared to last year at this time.
Massive Texas Retailer Now Closing Several Stores Amid Bankruptcy
Austin, Texas is about to lose a very popular retailer and it is just the tip of the iceberg for Texas closures after the company filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy last week, and announced that at least 8 other Texas stores will be closing immediately. Brick and mortar retailers are...
A Fake Buc-ee’s Billboard in Kentucky is Causing Some Serious Uproar
This particular story isn't Texas related but does involve a Texas favorite, Buc-ee's. This is also a relatable thing for myself being in the radio, and marketing, industry. This story has to do with a Reddit post about a Buc-ee's billboard placed along Interstate 75 in Kentucky. It shows a Buc-ee's billboard on the bottom with another billboard on top that's advertising a gun range. It's what the Buc-ee's billboard says that has caused an uproar online. I decided to investigate.
North Carolina Man Pleads Guilty in Multistate Cattle Theft Scheme Causing Over $1 Million in Losses
A North Carolina man has recently entered a guilty plea to a conspiracy charge tied to an elaborate cattle theft that cost livestock markets more than $1 million. William Dalton Edwards, 25, of Mount Airy, admitted to his participation in the fraudulent scheme that spanned multiple states and several years. According to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Western District of North Carolina, the thefts occurred from April 2018 to October 2022.
These Texas Schools Now Offer 4 Day Weeks
Texas, according to this KXAN article, has a little over 100 school districts currently, or soon to be adopting, a 4 day school week, and the number looks to continually be growing in the coming years as competition for teacher recruitment and retention becomes a much more competitive struggle for communities across the Lone Star State.