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Was Johnny Frank Garrett Wrongfully Accused of Murder In Texas?
The story of Johnny Frank Garrett is a chilling reminder of the flaws in our justice system, especially in Texas. Let me tell you about Johnny, a man whose case shook up legal proceedings and sparked conversations about justice, innocence, and the death penalty. According to an article from The...
ALERT: New Law In Texas Allows You To Ask Companies To Do This
The growth of technology in Texas is astounding. It's difficult to believe, but how handle things ten years ago is different from the current due to its expansion. In fact, people can get online anywhere these days, as long as their phone allows it. What some people don't realize is...
'This is what we need' | Texas group home advocates urging lawmakers to raise pay for caregivers
AUSTIN, Texas — Group homes for the disabled and elderly are key in securing services for those with limited income and nowhere to go. For many – like Christopher Botello, who has lived in a group home for 50 years – these facilities play a vital part in their residents' lives and independence.
Tropical Storm Alberto didn’t aid South Texas’ drought as expected
South Texas has been experiencing a three-year drought, leaving the lower Rio Grande area in a critical state with two of the region's major water reservoirs at record-low levels. The arrival of a tropical storm on the Texas Coast brought hope for relief, but Alberto failed to deliver.
Texans praise court ruling halting Biden LNG export ban, remain cautious
(The Center Square) – Texans are praising this week's ruling halting a partial liquified natural gas (LNG) ban imposed by the Biden administration. Judge James Cain Jr. of the Western District of Louisiana issued a preliminary injunction against the U.S. Department of Energy's partial LNG export ban in a lawsuit filed by a coalition of states led by Louisiana and Texas, the Gulf states that lead the U.S. in LNG exports. ...
Fireworks And 11 More Events Happening In East Texas This Weekend
Fireworks, cookouts, family, friends, and good times are on the agenda for this weekend as we continue to celebrate the 4th of July. With the 4th falling on a Thursday hopefully, it gives you an extended four-day weekend. If not, then hopefully an extra day off during the week!. We'll...
PETA anti-shearing sheep statue installed in former wool capital of world
Residents of San Angelo, Texas, a city heralded as the former wool and mohair capital of the world, have been surprised with the arrival of a controversial art installation — a sheep statue advocating for an end to the wool industry.
New York Bans Gas Powered Lawn Equipment. Is Texas Next?
There's been a lot of movement lately in the United States about going electric for many different things powered by gas. We've seen a huge push for electric cars lately, and now some states are banning gas-powered lawn equipment. So, is Texas going to fall into that spot?. Here's what...
Yes, the Fourth of July is among the top holidays for DWI arrests in Texas
HOUSTON — On public roads across the state, the Texas Department of Safety (DPS) said more than 18,000 citations were issued over two days of Fourth of July celebrations. According to DPS, 66 people were arrested on suspicion of DWI. In order to save lives around holidays like the...
116 Texas Stores Now At Risk For Massive Closure
Another massive nationwide retailer that has a huge footprint in Texas could be the next to start shuttering stores as they have already declared that a Chapter 11 bankruptcy could be announced very soon. Many of the stores that have been recently closing and going belly up across the Lone...
Here’s how Texas students, families can access free meals this summer
Children ages 18 and younger and students with disabilities up to 21 years old are eligible for the Summer Meals Program. Families do not have to apply, register or provide identification to receive food. (Courtesy Adobe Stock) Around two-thirds of Texas children rely on free or reduced-price lunch during the...
Winning Mega Millions lottery tickets sold in California and Texas
INGLEWOOD – There were no tickets sold with all six numbers in Tuesday (July 2) evening’s drawing of the multi-state Mega Millions lottery. Two tickets were sold matching five numbers in California and Texas. The ticket sold in California was sold at a gas station in the 400...
Conservation group Wildlife in Focus expands photography contest
Jul. 3—SAN ANTONIO — Wildlife in Focus, a non-profit organization which targets wildlife and ecosystem conservation in Texas, recently expanded its popular biennial photography competition in order to reach more landowners and photographers across the state. The expansion includes plans to encourage the owners of any and all privately owned land across the state to participate in the contest. ...
West Texas Truckers Protest Low Wages, Working Conditions
MONAHANS — Low wages and working conditions that truck drivers describe as degrading have sparked an organized labor movement in the Permian Basin, a historic first for the nation’s busiest oil field. About a dozen truckers and local environmental activists descended Monday on three West Texas cities —...
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