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Friday Evening Forecast: Hot summer weekend expected
TONIGHT: A few clouds after midnight tonight. Otherwise warm & humid. Low: 79. Winds: W 5 MPH. TOMORROW: Partly cloudy skies with a few isolated storms possible in Deep East Texas as a weak frontal boundary moves through. Chance of rain: 10%. High: 98. Winds: NE 10 MPH. SUNDAY: Mostly sunny and hot with a […]
Here’s why you might see more police on major Texas highways Aug. 6-8
The Texas Department of Public Safety will increase patrols on several major interstates as part of a campaign to end accidents involving commercial vehicles. (Hannah Norton/Community Impact) Texas motorists may see more Texas Department of Public Safety officers patrolling Interstates 10, 20, 35, 40 and 45 from Aug. 6-8. The...
Commissioner Buckingham, VLB unveil P-51C Mustang replica aircraft at the new Tuskegee Airmen Texas State Veterans Home
Aug. 2—AUSTIN — Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dr. Dawn Buckingham Friday was honored to unveil the P-51C Mustang Replica Aircraft at the new Tuskegee Airmen Texas State Veterans Home in Fort Worth. These distinguished World War II pilots were nicknamed the "Red Tails" for the iconic red markings on the tails of their aircraft. "As Texas Land Commissioner and ...
Will August Bring More Heat?
LUBBOCK, TX (KLBK) – KLBK Meteorologist Leah Rodriguez takes an extended look at the forecast for August. Meteorological summer includes the months of June, July, and August. So far, June and July of 2024 have already made us tie for the 10th hottest summer on record. Let’s see if August offers any relief from the heat.
Texas Officers Swap Handcuffs for Menus to Raise Funds for Special Olympics at Local Texas Roadhouse Events
Last Thursday, officers from various agencies across Texas traded in their handcuffs for menus to support a noble cause at the Law Enforcement Torch Run, participating at Texas Roadhouse locations. In an effort that seems to be becoming a heartwarming tradition, these officers doubled as servers to collect tips for Special Olympics Texas, an organization that fuels the athletic dreams of those with intellectual disabilities.
Black Bear Diner opens three new locations in Texas, US
American full-service family dining concept Black Bear Diner has announced the opening of three new locations in Texas. The outlets in Baytown, San Antonio’s Monterrey Village, and Laredo are part of the company’s broader eastward growth plans. Black Bear Diner now operates 24 locations across Texas. The new...
Popular Gourmet Ice Cream Sold In Texas Recalled For Potentially Deadly Reason
A popular gourmet ice cream sold in Texas has recalled a batch of one the their flavors for a serious and potentially deadly reason: an undeclared ingredient. And while that may not sound like a huge deal, anyone who has had a peanut allergy can assure you that it is a severe, potentially life-threatening ingredient for them.
Texas woman turns 115, making her the oldest living person in the US
A Houston, Texas, woman who turned 115 last month is now the oldest living person in the United States. "She will tell you it’s by the grace of God," her granddaughter Ethel Harrison, 69, also of Houston, told Fox News Digital. "That’s how she made it so long. She...
If you lost power during Hurricane Beryl, the Public Utilities Commission of Texas wants to hear from you
The PUCT created a questionnaire, available in English and Spanish, which “only takes about five minutes to complete.”. The Public Utility Commission of Texas is asking Houston-area customers to share their experiences with power outages during the May 2024 derecho and Hurricane Beryl. The PUCT created a questionnaire, available...
All The Texans Competing For Team USA In The 2024 Olympics
The Lone Star State is making a big splash in the City of Light this summer! With over 60 athletes from Texas joining Team USA's roughly 600-member squad, the 2024 Paris Olympics are set to showcase some serious Texan talent. From world-renowned superstars to rising talents, here's your guide to the Texas athletes aiming for gold in Paris.
Entergy Announces $20M Commitment For HBCUs To Support Education, Career Readiness, And Workforce Development Programs
Power company Entergy has announced a new multi-million commitment to advance Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). According to a news release, Entergy plans to deploy $20 million to HBCUs over 10 years. The funding will impact students in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas and is intended to support them through education, academic scholarships, career… Continue reading Entergy Announces $20M Commitment For HBCUs To Support Education, Career Readiness, And Workforce Development Programs
Texas Matters: When Baby Jessica fell down the well
The state of Texas goes before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit on Monday. Its lawyers want contempt fines levied by a federal court judge in Corpus Christi over failures in its foster care system struck down. And it wants the judge removed from the case. That...
An Army Tank Fell Off A Truck In Texas – Really
Somebody, I would hope it's the army, is short a tank after this one fell off a truck on I - 10 in Texas. A tank being transported to or from ... I'm not sure which, the news report didn't give that info ... Camp Bullis, near San Antonio, didn't make it to its destination. At least, not on the first try anyway.