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Ector County Felony Dispositions: July 5, 2024
Jul. 5—The following is a list of recent first and second-degree felony dispositions from the Ector County District Clerk's Office. KC Childress. Aggravated sexual assault of a child. Four counts. Jury conviction. Four consecutive life sentences. Casey McBride. Possession of a controlled substance. Guilty plea. Five years Texas Department of Corrections. Mireya Porras. Aggravated assault with ...
Taxpayer dollars: City of San Angelo's 25 highest paid employees
From the city manager to the airport director, here are the top 25 salaries from the city of San Angelo from this year. The following are the top 25 highest paid city employees by their salaries and additional pay and allowances such as loyalty pay, car allowance, bilingual pay and more in 2024. ...
Odessa City Councilman Mark Matta apologizes for inappropriate text messages
ODESSA, Texas — Odessa City Councilman Mark Matta posted an apology video in regards to inappropriate text messages sent to someone "other than his wife." "I apologize first and foremost to my wife, as I have let you down," Matta said in the apology video. "I also apologize to my family, constituents, colleagues, and community for the hurt and disappointment I have caused."
Albuquerque Museum to host ‘First We Bombed New Mexico’ screening
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – In honor of the 79th anniversary of the first nuclear test in New Mexico, the Albuquerque Museum will showcase a documentary about New Mexicans who still suffer today from radiation exposure. Advocates hope it will move legislators to supply funding to compensate for the suffering that followed. The Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium is […]
Earth-Shaking Rumors Swirl That Jerry Jones Could Finally Be Selling The Dallas Cowboys
A large contingent of Dallas Cowboys fans have been calling for owner Jerry Jones to sell the team. Their wish might come true. Many have accused Jerry Jones of caring more about promoting the Cowboys’ brand, which leads to more money, than winning a Super Bowl. Based on a...
Former Navy Sailor from St. Louis Tragically Found Dead in Texas
The St. Louis community was shaken by the tragic news of a former Navy sailor found deceased in Texas. Identified as John Doe, his death has left many searching for answers. The heart of St. Louis aches for one of its own. Crackdowns on illegal maritime activities often take a heavy toll on those serving. Recently, two Navy SEALs were lost at sea while intercepting a vessel off Yemen.
New Mexico authorities investigating hotels for price gouging during deadly wildfires
Cease-and-desist notices were sent to several New Mexico hotels after the New Mexico Department of Justice received nearly a dozen reports of price gouging as residents fled from the South Fork and Salt wildfires near Ruidoso, authorities said. The New Mexico Department of Justice sent cease-and-desist notices to several hotels...
Artesia minors little league wins district tournament
Your browser does not support the audio element. A rainbow shone over Jaycee Park as a drizzle let up just before the start of the game. That may have symbolized good things to come for Artesia Little League as they battled for a spot in the state tournament. Behind a...
El Paso brewery and climbing gym host beer mile for Wounded Warrior Project
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — An El Paso-based brewery and a climbing gym have teamed up for a particularly boozy Fourth of July celebration. Aurellia's Bottle Shop & Brewhouse, together with Sessions Climbing, are set to host the inaugural Great El Paso Beer Mile on Thursday. For just $25...
Photos: ‘The Last Philosopher in Texas’ author Daniel Chacón meets El Paso Matters Book Club members
The El Paso Matters Book Club gathered Tuesday, July 2, at the El Paso Public Library Westside Branch for a discussion with author Daniel Chacón about his book “The Last Philosopher in Texas: Fictions and Superstitions.”. The event highlighted the club’s mission to promote local authors and showcase...
Special Star on the Mountain lighting takes place on Fourth of July
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A special Star on the Mountain lighting will be taking place on the Fourth of July to celebrate the holiday, the El Paso Chamber announced Thursday morning, July 4. The El Paso Chamber says the special lighting will start at 7:30 p.m. and run until 11 p.m. The Star will […]
Kid Seen Dangling from Ride at Six Flags Over Texas is Hoax
A very scary moment captured on video at Six Flags Over Texas. The video that was posted to many social platforms including X, shows a child dangling from the Superman ride. The ride is an impressive 325 feet in the air. The question then becomes, it this a real incident? WFAA reached out to Six Flags Over Texas and received the following statement.
West Texas High School Football Preview: 12 defensive backs to watch before 2024 season
Please consider a subscription. Much of the 2024-25 season coverage will be exclusive to subscribers. Texas high school football is only weeks away from fall practice, and excitement grows as fans, players and coaches with high aspirations anticipate the return of Friday night lights in West Texas. Despite the turnover...
An Apparent Leaked List of Walgreens Closures Includes Texas Stores
There is a massive change underway in the U.S., and it has to do with brick-and-mortar stores being unable to compete with their online counterparts. As more and more people take to shopping online, something that got a massive boost in '20 thanks to a worldwide pandemic, physical stores continue taking big hits.
Texas leads in hot car child deaths compared to other states, group advises on child protection tips
HOUSTON, Texas — The sun was still shining at about 6:30 Wednesday evening when police responded to a distress call at an apartment complex on Hollister Road in northwest Houston. They found a four-year-old girl unresponsive in a pickup truck. “That female was taken to the hospital and, unfortunately,...
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