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Triple-digit heat returns to North Texas
NORTH TEXAS – After two weeks of less heat than usual for North Texas, temperatures are now set to soar through at least the first week of August. The Dallas-Fort Worth area is under a heat advisory from 12 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Tuesday. The heat index, or how it actually feels outside, will reach as high as 107 degrees by Monday afternoon.In some ways, this is expected because the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex has now reached what is typically the hottest stretch of the summer from late July through the middle of August. The normal high temperature is now 97 degrees which is as high as it goes. Still, temperatures will be at least a few degrees above normal through next weekend and there are indications the intense heat could continue through at least August 15.At the same time, there is no significant rain in the forecast which means the CBS News Texas First Alert Weather team will be keeping an eye on drought conditions. In the week ahead, expect clear skies and the return of triple-digit temperatures.Much of North Texas is now considered "abnormally dry" which is the precursor to drought.
This Week in Texas: The latest updates as 2024 presidential election sees new presumptive nominee
Earth-shattering political news is the topic on ABC13's This Week in Texas.President Biden is out, and Vice President Kamala Harris is in as the presumptive Democratic nominee for the 2024 presidential election.RELATED: President Joe Biden drops out of 2024 presidential raceEyewitness News political reporter Tob Abrahams talks with the United States' largest teacher's union-which endorsed Harris at it recent convention in Houston.We talk with Texas Governor Greg Abbott about the latest political developments. Houston Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher also weighs in.RELATED: Houston lawmaker, US Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, has died at 74Our panel of political insiders discusses the life and legacy of longtime congresswoman US Representative Sheila Jackson Lee as Houston is slated to start a week of remembrance in her honor.Missed an episode? Catch up on previous episodes of This Week in Texas here.Stay on the pulse of Texas politics! Follow Tom Abrahams on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
I Was Shocked At What I Witnessed At A Texas Walmart
We've all done our shopping inside a Walmart at one time or another. It's a place where you can get just about anything - and see just about anything. Everyone knows that at Walmart you'll find various people inside. No judgment here. However, I have noticed some strange happenings while grocery shopping.
Texas Heat Scares California Man in Viral Video
One California man is finding out the hard way that the Texas heat isn't for the weak. Californians are on the move, and they are coming to Texas! And who can blame them? Texas has an abundance of Whataburger, H-E-B, it's the home of Dr. Pepper and Big Red, and, according to this study, homes in Texas are 59% less expensive compared to California. So, that may be the big driving force as to why Californians are desperately trying to call Texas home.
State of Texas: Harris sends a message in Houston, amid criticism from state leaders
In Houston Thursday, Harris delivered the keynote address at the American Federation of Teachers National Convention — the nation's largest teachers union — and made her pitch to thousands in a key voting block for Democrats.
West Texas A&M University chapter of PR Student Society wins national honor
West Texas A&M University announced that its chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America won its first Star Chapter Award from the national organization, recognizing the chapter's commitment to the society's "highest standards."
Jersey Village Fire Department captain wins Texas Paramedic of the Year award
A Jersey Village Fire Department paramedic, Capt. Robert Missal won the Texas Paramedic of the Year award at American Legion's 2024 Convention in Austin. (Atirikta Kumar/Community Impact) A Jersey Village Fire Department paramedic won the Texas Paramedic of the Year award at American Legion’s 2024 Convention in Austin. Meet...
'With Business When It Grows Everything Else Follows:' Coweta Residents Excited For New $100 Million Casino
Muscogee Nation Gaming Enterprises announced it's bringing a new $100 million casino to Coweta. Most people News on 6 spoke to said they're excited about this casino because they believe it will make a big economic impact and bring more restaurants to the area. But Don from Coweta says the...
An inmate’s body temp was 107.5 when he died. The state of Texas says heat did not kill him.
It was just before 11 p.m. when John Castillo’s cellmate alerted the guards. Castillo was passed out. His breathing was shallow. Prison staff rushed him to the medical unit, where they tried CPR and dosed him with epinephrine. But it was already too late. Castillo was dead. He was...
Offshore Wind Company Requests Lease Off Texas Coast
NEW ORLEANS — On July 26, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management announced it has received an unsolicited lease request from Hecate Energy Gulf Wind to acquire one or more commercial wind energy leases on the Outer Continental Shelf in the Gulf of Mexico. The areas are located off the coast of southeast Texas and had been identified by BOEM in 2021 as potential Wind Energy Areas suitable for offshore wind leasing.
Texas Insurance Companies Are Panicking & That’s Bad News
When Hurricane Beryl ripped through Texas, it left behind a massive amount of destruction. Houses were leveled, cars were completely thrown, businesses were destroyed, and the amount of flooding that took place was catastrophic in some areas. Once the hurricane was gone, people began assessing how they were going to...
ALERT: This Predator’s Population Is Growing In The State Of Texas
There are many animals in the state of Texas. Not all of them however are friendly towards humans. Here's what is known about one dangerous animal that has shown massive growth in Texas waters. One Animal In Texas Showing Big Growth. As revealed by the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Professor Philip...
Texas Commission Investigating Earthquakes That Shook Wichita Falls
Last week one of the largest recorded earthquakes took place in Texas and it looks like folks want answers. July 26, 2024 The Fifth Largest Recorded Earthquake in Texas History. Last week an earthquake originated in the town of Hermleigh, Texas. The earthquake has officially been named a 5.1 magnitude...
Heat Wave Headed To Texas: Here’s What You Need To Know
After six straight days under a low-pressure-dominant weather pattern, a high-pressure system is now developing across the middle of the country, and it will strengthen as we head later into the week. San Antonio will see temperatures rise into the mid- to upper 90s this week, but many other parts...