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Texas mother charged with manslaughter in 23-year-old cold case
A woman in Texas has been charged with manslaughter in a 23-year-old cold case involving a baby who was found dead on the side of a road. Shelby Stotts was arrested after DNA evidence matched her as the baby's mother, according to statements from the Texas Attorney General’s Office and Johnson County Sheriff’s Office.
BEWARE: Federal Agency Issues Warning After Dog and Cat Food Recall In Texas
Texas pet owners are told to be very careful when purchasing food for their dogs or cats. News Week released a statement on how there has been a recall by online food, and pet food subscription site Viva Raw for several products due to a risk of bacteria contamination. PLEASE...
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...
Firefighters share ways to stay safe while enjoying fireworks this holiday
BEAUMONT, Texas — Southeast Texans are gearing up for 4th of July celebrations, but as you enjoy the festivities, it's important to be safe especially if you're setting off fireworks. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, teens were the group who were treated for the most firework related...
Texas Higher Education commissioner to become UNT president. What that means for the board
Harrison Keller, the commissioner of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, will step down to become president of the University of North Texas effective Aug. 1, the university announced Monday. "I'm excited as I can be," Chancellor Michael Williams of the University of North Texas System told the American-Statesman in...
'AC systems get beat to death in Texas' | Here are some warning signs and tips to keep your AC system working as temperatures rise
AUSTIN, Texas — We're entering the time of the year when AC units are working overtime everyday for the next few months. And for people not maintaining their AC units properly, things can get expensive. “The AC systems just get beat to death in Texas,” said Joshua Bronsted, service...
These Are the Top-Performing School Districts In Texas
Texas leads the U.S. with over 1,000 public school districts comprised of over 8,500 schools. Niche.com compiled a list of the top-performing school districts in Texas. Ratings are based off of statistics and student/parent opinions. Some categories that are focused on are academics, sports, teachers and college prep. They also take into account the SAT score average and graduation rate for each district.
Texas DPS arrests several criminal illegal immigrants of interest
PILOT POINT, Texas (KXII) - The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announced the arrests of 12 wanted criminal illegal immigrants of interest across the state. One man was arrested in Pilot Point on June 5. DPS said in a press release that Juan Francisco Molina-Garcia has been wanted since...
DPS offers summer safety tips for driving, outdoors, walking
As the heat continues across Texas, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) urges everyone to take the necessary precautions to protect themselves and their loved ones from the dangers of extreme heat in order to have a safe, healthy summer.
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...
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.
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.
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