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North Texas' work week ends with cooler weather, rain chances coming
NORTH TEXAS – Friday's weather wraps the work week with mostly sunny skies and highs in the low 90s, which is below average for this time of the year.Friday's sunshine and clear skies make for a less humid day. Saturday will be hotter and more humid, so plan to hit an area pool or a movie to cool down. By Sunday, there will be a chance of showers and storms, which are expected to carry into Monday.Monday could be the wettest day ahead with about 70% coverage. With the cloud cover and rain on Monday, temperatures might not reach the upper 80s. The trough that brings cooler temperatures and rain to North Texas will lift northeast toward the end of next week, and as a result, temperatures in Dallas-Fort Worth will warm back to the 90s and rain chances will go down.Total rainfall potential between Saturday night and Tuesday morning ranges from 1 to 3 inches.
Fall Registration Now Open for Healthy Kids Running Series in Cypress
Get set, parents and kids, as the fall registration for the Healthy Kids Running Series (HKRS) is now open. Tailored for children from Pre-K through 8th grade, this dynamic five-week program takes place in the spring and fall, encouraging healthy, active lifestyles at an early age. With age-appropriate running events...
Texas ERS adds to PE, RE and credit
The Employees Retirement System of Texas in Austin announced $335 million in investment activity, including co-investments completed during May and June. Through the first quarter, the $39 billion pension fund returned 11.8% annualized with private credit and private real estate gains leading the way. The majority of activity recently was in the $6.6 billion private […]
WV paid more than $900,000 sending National Guard members to Texas border in 2023
The state of West Virginia spent more than $900,000 in 2023 sending a group of volunteers from the West Virginia National Guard to the southern border as part of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s controversial Operation Lone Star initiative, according to documents obtained via the Freedom of Information Act and shared by nonprofit watchdog group American […] The post WV paid more than $900,000 sending National Guard members to Texas border in 2023 appeared first on West Virginia Watch.
Dog with head trapped in jar rescued near Houston, taken to vet
MANVEL, Texas — A dog that had been on the loose in the area of Del Bello and County Road 58 has been captured and is en route to the vet, according to the Manvel Police Department. The successful capture was made possible with the help of Animal Control,...
Houston power outages continue to impact businesses, homeowners
HOUSTON - Even 11 days after Hurricane Beryl, the recovery continues in Houston. Thousands of homes and businesses are still struggling without power. "We need answers, and we need electricity," said Hailey Fernandez, the chief administrative officer for Effex Management Solutions. SUGGESTED: Houston leaders demand action on storm resilience after...
Houston Humane Society provides free pet care in Cleveland
On Thursday, July 18, the Houston Humane Society came to Cleveland to offer free pet vaccinations, kibble, and a six-month supply of flea medication for hundreds of pets. The event was held at The Sanctuary Church, which kindly provided the space. The event was co-hosted by the Pct. 6 Constable’s...
C.J. Stroud Expresses Bold Take About Texans Offense
Houston Texans quarterback and leader C.J. Stroud made a bold claim when talking about the Texans offense entering the 2024-25 season. As he enters year two with the team, he said he sees a “five-headed monster” for his offensive skill positions. That group includes newcomers Stefon Diggs and Joe ...
Former Michigan Wolverines starter becomes the first 2024 NFL Draft pick to be released from the class
The Michigan Wolverines almost set the NFL record for most draft picks selected in one class after going 15-0 and winning the National Championship. Their 13 drafted players seemed to land in advantageous situations. However, the Houston Texans released the first of all 2024 NFL Draft picks, and it ...
White Sox ditch former Astros catcher who overstayed welcome in 2023
As important as Martín Maldonado was to the Houston Astros, it was painfully obvious that he probably should have retired a year or two prior to him leaving the Astros in free agency last offseason. Few can ever match Maldonado's ability to manage a pitching staff, but he was always a very limited offensive player whose defensive acumen left him as he passed his mid-30s.
Mobile Alabama Power lineman reacts to ‘aggressive’ Houston residents
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Several crews from the Alabama Power Mobile division were sent over to Houston to help restore power for several residents impacted by Beryl. Beryl knocked out power for nearly three million people in the Houston area, and with summer in full swing, thousands are still without power and are losing their patience, threatening the crews who are trying to restore electricity.
Lucas Spence Inks Deal with Astros
SIUE outfielder Lucas Spence (Beecher, Illinois) has signed a free agent deal with the Houston Astros. A First Team All-Ohio Valley Conference selection, Spence led the OVC in hitting with a .385 average in his lone season for the Cougars. His average ranks second in a single season in SIUE's Division I era.
‘FINALLY RESTORED!’ Elderly man, daughter give thanks to KPRC 2 after power was turned back on following our story
HOUSTON – Those were the words one concerned daughter shared with KPRC 2′s Deven Clarke after her 86-year-old father had to endure at least a week without power following Hurricane Beryl. In our initial reporting, her father, Julius Gordon, spoke about his time being without power and said,...
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