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Texas GOP doubles down on fraud claims as Trump, Cruz leads shrink
AUSTIN – Texas Republicans are doubling down on claims that Democrats in the state’s biggest cities are attempting to steal the 2024 election – a contest in which the GOP’s leads in the Senate and presidential races are increasingly narrowing. State GOP leaders like Gov. Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton have made the…
Man asked to leave multiple times before fatally shooting father, son at their home, affidavit states
FORT WORTH, Texas — A man was arrested and charged with murder after allegedly shooting a father and son outside their north Fort Worth home, according to an arrest affidavit. Fermin Lucio Ramirez and his son, Jacob, were found shot at 1:51 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, at their home...
Fort Worth Braces for Afternoon Storms Today: Prepare for Heavy Rain and Cooler Temps
Fort Worth, TX – Fort Worth residents should prepare for scattered afternoon storms today as temperatures soar into the mid-90s. Local authorities are urging the community to remain alert for sudden weather changes that could impact outdoor activities. According to the National Weather Service in Fort Worth, chances for...
These are the Top 10 Most Expensive Private High Schools in Texas
The average yearly tuition at a private high school in Texas is $12,161. That's according to Private School Review. There are some schools that fall well below that norm, such as Chinquapin Preparatory School in Highlands, Texas. The yearly tuition there is $1,170. That is the cheapest tuition to any private high school in Texas.
Texas DPS Warning: Increased Patrol Looking for Top 3 Violations
My friend, DPS trooper, Sergeant Marc Couch is the Public Information Officer for the Texas Department of Public Safety here in Abilene and throughout West Texas. He just shared with me that there are three major violations they are on the look-out for this Labor Day weekend. DO NOT get...
WATCH: Pep Rallies In Texas Are Simply Something Else
High school sports in Texas are truly a spectacle aren't they?. Everything is bigger here in the Lone Star State, and the passion for sports here is second to none. We've all seen a packed stadium for a highly anticipated matchup of two great teams haven't we? There's even been some classic calls posted to the internet of some of the games.
Texans Need to Start Putting These Stickers on their Mailbox
The United States Postal Service has implemented a new dog bite prevention program to protect USPS employees. Called the Paws Program, the program was rolled out in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Tennessee, Kentucky, West Virginia, and the western region of New York, among other areas, in June. And now, I think that Texans need to start doing this as well!
Hunters warned about abandoned wells as dove season in Texas begins
AUSTIN - As dove season kicks off, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) is urging hunters to stay vigilant for abandoned or deteriorated water wells and report any they come across.
Texas removes more than 1M people from voter polls
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Texas has removed more than a million people from voter polls. The voting roll clean-up found 463,000 people were on the suspense list, meaning they did not respond to the requested certification forms. Texas Governor Greg Abbott says he is focused on the 6,500 migrants who are registered and over 1,900 […]
Sam Houston Center presents Thursday Night Lights author Michael Hurd
The Sam Houston Regional Library and Research Center presents an evening with author and historian Michael Hurd discussing his work, Thursday Night Lights: The Story of Black High School Football in Texas, at 7 p.m. on Sept. 19. As part of the event, Center staff will offer a special viewing...
Watch: Wild Texas Dust Devil Engulfs Cameraman
Texas dust devils are on a whole other level. Having lived most of my life in Northwest Texas, I have seen many dust devils. Most have been small and would never be mistaken for a tornado. When I was a kid, I wouldn’t hesitate to run through one. I did...
Red River divides Texoma gas prices
SHERMAN, Texas (KXII) - Across the nation, gas prices are down nearly 60 cents from this time last year — but many drivers in Oklahoma are still paying more than their neighbors to the south. Multiple Southeastern Oklahoma counties, including Choctaw, Pushmataha, and McCurtain counties, are averaging over $3...
Mike Miles won’t say when he’s leaving Houston ISD, brushes off criticisms
Mike Miles, the state-installed superintendent of HISD who is now entering his second year, does not get bogged down in the heaps of criticism levied at him by educators and parents. “I am trying to do what I was asked to do, which is improve student achievement to the point...
Two Texas Cities Among Most Bed Bug Infected in the U.S.
Austin, TX? Maybe Houston, TX? Which Texas cities do you think are the most big-infected? How do Texas metros stack up to the rest of the country when it comes to fending... or not fending off these tiny pests?. Let's start with some "good" news. On the previous Orkin's Bed...
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