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Hurricane Beryl death toll in Texas rises to 36, including more who lost power in extreme heat
The number of Texas deaths after Hurricane Beryl came ashore and knocked out power to millions of residents climbed to at least 36 on Thursday as officials confirmed more people who died in homes that were left without air conditioning during sweltering heat.
Mexican drug lord Ismael ‘El Mayo’ Zambada & Sinaloa cartel ally ‘arrested in Texas after surrendering to authorities
TWO top leaders of the powerful Sinaloa Cartel, one of the most dominant criminal groups in Mexico, have surrendered to American law enforcement and are in custody in the United States. Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada, the notorious Mexican drug kingpin and co-founder of the Sinaloa Cartel, along with Joaquín Guzmán...
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.
13 Investigates: Texts between Texas leader, CenterPoint show state's frustration
As CenterPoint tries to rebuild trust with its customers, 13 Investigates is learning it wasn't just frustrated, powerless residents who couldn't get answers from the company.In a text thread between Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and CenterPoint leadership, Patrick expresses he's not getting the answers he wants from the company. The company's outages left 2 million people without power the day after Hurricane Beryl made landfall on July 8.A July 9 text from Jeff Bonham, a vice president at CenterPoint, outlines how the company monitored the storm and "requested substantial mutual assistance support before the storm made landfall.""As of this morning,...
Greg Abbott announces over $95 million in housing tax credits across Texas
TEMPLE, Texas — The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) has awarded more than $95 million in housing tax credits to help "finance the development or rehabilitation of more than 60 rental properties, offering reduced rents and increased housing options for Texans throughout the state," Governor Greg Abbott announced on Thursday, July 25.
Furniture Chain Confirms Bankruptcy – Texas Stores Closing Soon
Furniture and appliance shoppers in cities such as Webster, Austin, Lewisville, Texarkana, and the Greater Houston, Austin, Dallas, and San Antonio areas might soon find themselves with one less option when it comes to furnishing and outfitting their homes. A one-time leader in the furniture and appliance industry has officially confirmed it has filed for bankruptcy protection as of this past Tuesday.
‘Do they not bother to tell anyone?’ rages driver as car vanishes from parking spot – he spent weeks trying to find it
A DRIVER spent weeks trying to locate his car before finding out it had been lawfully towed away. In a Reddit post, a Texas driver alleged their friend's car was towed without their knowledge. "My good friend's ex thought his car was stolen a few weeks ago," the Redditor wrote...
Texas Powerball – Texas Lottery Confirms ‘Life-Changing’ Win
Our sources at the Texas Lottery have confirmed that Wednesday's Powerball drawing has produced what can be described as a "life-changing" win in last night's game. Texas Lottery players have really been exercising their luck here lately with big wins not only in the multi-state Powerball lottery game. But, Texas tickets have also earned major prizes in Mega Millions and the Texas Lottery's Lotto Texas with Extra!
Texas Restaurant Association says ‘it’s about time’ Michelin Guide acknowledged the state
SAN ANTONIO – The Texas Restaurant Association said the state’s inclusion in the Michelin Guide is exciting and overdue. Having Michelin-starred restaurants will add even more credibility to an already respected and diverse culinary scene, according to TRA Chief Public Affairs Officer Kelsey Erickson Streufert. “Texans are prideful....
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