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Texas Driver’s License Offices closed after global CrowdStrike incident, outages
The Texas Department of Public Safety announced on Friday morning that its Driver's License Offices across the state were closed, "due to a technical issue which is related to the global CrowdStrike incident," with no current estimate on when they will reopen.
TxDOT launches campaign in hopes of getting drivers to slow down this summer
SAN ANTONIO – The Texas Department of Transportation and statewide law enforcement launched an anti-speeding summer campaign Friday. TxDOT is teaming up with police to step up enforcement on speeding during “Operation Slowdown,” a campaign aimed at reminding drivers to always follow the speed limit, a news release said.
Museums in Central and North Texas Announce Recent Acquisitions
Texas museums, including the San Antonio Museum of Art, the San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts, the Kimbell Art Museum, the Dallas Museum of Art, and the Stark Museum of Art, have announced recently acquired works. This spring, the San Antonio Museum of Art (SAMA) acquired Carlos Rosales-Silva’s Biblioteca no....
Miranda Lambert Reunites With Husband Brendan McLoughlin in Texas After Viral Dancing Video
Miranda Lambert and Brendan McLoughlin are seemingly moving forward after his viral dancing video led to a scandal in June. The country singer, 40, took to Instagram on Thursday, July 18, to share a collection of photos from a trip to Texas. In the first snap, Miranda took a selfie with singer-songwriter Gwen Sebastian, while...
Sunnyside church expecting power bill 10-times the norm after helping Hurricane Beryl victims
HOUSTON – When disaster strikes, the first place many people go is to a church. In Sunnyside, that’s exactly what hundreds did in the days after Hurricane Beryl left well over two million Houstonians in the dark amid triple-digit heat index temperatures. At the First Missionary Baptist Church...
Formerly segregated school for Mexican American children in Texas becomes national park
The Biden administration on Wednesday formally established a formerly segregated school for Mexican American students in Marfa as the country's newest national park, making it the third National Historic Site to document the experiences of Latino Americans before the Civil Rights Movement. Open from 1909 to 1965, the Blackwell School is one of...
No. 1 Pick Details ‘Devastating’ Wizards, Rockets Decision
John Wall is still among the most recognizable figures for NBA fans. It’s been six years since his last All-Star campaign, the former No. 1 pick playing just two of the last five seasons. However, in his prime, the former face of the Washington Wizards was arguably the best point guard in the NBA.
Former Cy Young winner is readily available to aid the Astros injured rotation
The Houston Astros have watched their starting rotation take hit after hit thanks to various injuries. They have Justin Verlander, Cristian Javier, Lance McCullers Jr, J.P. France, and Jose Urquidy out entering the second half. That's more almost the entire envisioned rotation for the team. As such, they'll need some reinforcements at the trade deadline.
Houston Housing Authority holds food and resource distribution event
HOUSTON (KIAH) — In the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, countless Houstonians are still grappling with record-breaking heat, facing food insecurity, and experiencing financial strain. That’s why the Houston Housing Authority (HHA) is stepping up to support the community with free community resource drives and a partnership offering utility bill relief.
REPORT: The Houston Texans Reveal an Encouraging Injury Update on their Elite 4-Time Pro Bowler
The Houston Texans hope their offensive line can have a healthier 2024 campaign after many players battled injuries and missed time in 2023. The Texans had three left tackles, four left guards, two centers, and two right tackles starting last season. Their elite offensive lineman battled an injury all season...
Filing period to run for League City City Council opens July 22
Those interested in running for League City City Council can apply to do so starting July 22, which is when the filing period for the upcoming November elections open. (Courtesy Pexels) Those interested in running for League City City Council can apply to do so starting July 22, which is...
Frutta Bowls superfood cafe opening soon in League City
Frutta Bowls superfood cafe opening soon in League City. (Courtesy Frutta Bowls) Frutta Bowls, a superfood cafe in the same restaurant family as Saladworks, has plans to open a new location in League City before school starts back, representatives of the brand said. The cafe offers healthy food options, such...
Trump slander on social media leads to firing
HOUSTON - As we continue to report on the aftermath of the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, people are getting fired for their social media comments in regard to their negative comments on the incident. Publicists Dave Jordan and Bridgett Holden talks about if this is an act...
Funeral services for Harris County Sheriff's Office Deputy Fernando Esqueda held in downtown
The law enforcement community honored a fallen Harris County Sheriff's Office deputy Friday morning.Deputy Fernando Esqueda's funeral service began at 10 a.m. and was held at the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, located at 1111 St. Joseph Pkwy. His viewing was held Thursday night at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church.Esqueda was killed in an ambush shooting last week after a dispute over a pizza order in northeast Harris County.The funeral escort for HCSO Deputy Fernando Esqueda has arrived at the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart. The funeral service will be streamed live at 10 a.m. #HouNews pic.twitter.com/p9X33vY5bO— HCSOTexas (@HCSOTexas) July...
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