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Two men indicted for ‘cartel related’ kidnapping of Smith County man
SMITH COUNTY, Texas (KETK) — Two men have been indicted for aggravated kidnapping for ransom or reward in an incident Smith County Sheriff Larry Smith said is directly related to cartel activities. According to an affidavit, on March 17 at around 4:06 p.m., the sheriff’s office received a call of a woman claiming her husband […]
How Texas' DEI ban has impacted San Antonio universities
The University of Texas at San Antonio has eliminated at least 21 programs and policies related to diversity, equity and inclusion since Texas banned them this year, according to documents Axios obtained through an open records request. Why it matters: The records show the scale at which local universities used...
Civilian jailer arrested for official oppression in Denton
DENTON, Texas — A City of Denton Jail employee has been arrested for official oppression following an investigation into misconduct involving an inmate. On July 17, 2024, an adult female victim reported that civilian jailer Miguel Mederos, 22, offered her a ride to her vehicle after she was released from the City of Denton Jail on January 2, 2023. The victim told detectives that Mederos made several sexual statements toward her during the car ride and later made sexual advances via text message that night.
Get ready for July Jam this Saturday night
For a fun night out make plans to attend the 22nd annual July Jam starting at 6 p.m. on July 27 in the Bowie Community Center West Hall. There will be a “chickin’ pickin’ fiddling fun time” as guests will be entertained by amazing fiddling tunes and enjoy a chicken meal.
Dallas Animal Services and Operation Kindness to Offer Free Spay/Neuter Services for Community Cats
DALLAS, Texas — Dallas Animal Services and Operation Kindness are teaming up to provide free spay/neuter services for un-owned community cats to Dallas residents. On Friday, July 26, Operation Kindness will accept 50 cats for spay/neuter surgery at their new Lifesaving Partnerships Hub at 1771 Terre Colony Ct, Dallas, Texas, 75212. A map of the location and line flow is available at BeDallas90.org.
Mosquito control spraying scheduled in Dallas after West Nile Virus detection
DALLAS, Texas — Mosquito samples in Dallas have tested positive for the West Nile Virus, prompting scheduled mosquito control spraying in several areas, according to a press release from the City of Dallas. Weather permitting, the spraying will occur between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. from Tuesday, July 23rd...
Terrifying Texas Shark Attack Takes Chunk Out Of Woman’s Leg
WARNING: Article contains graphic footage of shark attack. A shocking video went viral over the weekend showing a vicious and gruesome shark attack that left one Texas woman without a calf. SOMETHING LARGE AND LURKING IN THE WATER. Tabatha Sullivent from Celina, Texas was celebrating the holiday weekend with her...
Chris Brown, entourage accused of brutally beating Texas concert-goers in $50 million lawsuit
FORT WORTH — R&B star Chris Brown and his paid entourage brutally beat several men who attended Brown's concert Saturday night in Fort Worth, according to a lawsuit.Brown performed at the Dickies Arena as part of his 11:11 tour. After the show, the four plaintiffs and roughly 40 women were invited backstage to Chris Brown's VIP area, an event promoted and marketed by LiveNation, according to the lawsuit filed on behalf of the four plaintiffs by The Buzbee Law Firm. When they entered the VIP area, Brown told all the women to put their phones on a table, the lawsuit states. Brown...
Tarrant Appraisal District approves sweeping changes to appraisal process
It didn’t take long for new Tarrant Appraisal District board members to make their mark on how the district handles property appraisals. On Monday, during the first official meeting since the historic May election of three new members by taxpayers, the board voted to drastically change the district’s appraisal process. The trio of new members — Matt Bryant, Eric Morris and Callie Rigney — ran on a platform of capping residential appraisal increases at 5% and limiting appraisals to once every three years.
Westlake to install 30 license-plate reading cameras to help deter crime
Flock cameras have been installed in more than 25 locations throughout the town of Westlake. (Cody Thorn/Community Impact) In June the town of Westlake installed nearly 30 license-plate reading cameras in city limits, according to a city official. Town council previously approved the contract for $116,000 with Flock Group, Inc....
‘It gave me chills’: West Texas man gets tattoo to support Trump after assassination attempt
SAN ANGELO, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Many people across the country have shown their support for former President Donald Trump following the assassination attempt. For one man in West Texas, his support is something he’ll always remember — permanently etched onto his skin. It was the shot heard...
State emergency response resources activated ahead of flash flooding threat
Texas emergency response resources were activated Tuesday ahead of expected flash flooding conditions as storms and heavy rainfall move across the state throughout the rest of the week.
The Chupacabra: Are Texans in Danger from This Mysterious Threat?
We continue our series on Texas Cryptids with one proven real, even if it isn't exactly what it seems. There's a lot of things you can see on a Saturday night in Texas. You can see people wilding after a college football game. You can see cars lined up on a local drag. One thing you probably don't want to see is a blood-thirsty feral animal. Texas is home to the Chupacabra and it's VERY real.
Texas Tremors: What Does an Earthquake Look Like Underwater? [VIDEO]
Yesterday morning, Texans from Amarillo all the way down to Austin felt the effects of a 4.9 magnitude earthquake that shook most of us awake. When we woke up we learned that late Monday night, an earthquake reached 4.9 magnitude with its epicenter west of Abilene, around Hermleigh, TX. Not...
Millions of Texans Have Been Asked to Stop Driving Their Cars
Our personal health is a concern for us and many others in Texas. To help improve our health, we'll exercise, we'll eat the right foods, some may even wear a mask when outside (don't laugh at those who do, they have their reasons). One reason some may wear a mask outside has nothing to do protecting themselves from an invisible virus but has everything to do with the quality of the air they breathe. That's why millions of Texans have been asked to stop driving their cars unnecessarily.
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