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Summer feeding programs help reduce child hunger, keep Central Texas students healthy ahead of next academic year
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - For many children the cafeteria is a place to relax and refuel as they prepare to learn in class during the school year, and now that summer is here, Central Texas school districts have set up feeding locations to make sure their students stay healthy ahead of the new school year.
Former Texas State Representative Jim Pitts Passes Away at 73
DALLAS, Texas — Former Texas State Representative Jim Pitts passed away shortly before midnight on July 20, 2024, at Baylor Hospital in Dallas, surrounded by his loved ones. Jim Pitts dedicated his life to public service, representing House District 10 in the Texas House of Representatives from 1993 to 2015. His district comprised Ellis County, Hill County, and a portion of Henderson County. During his tenure, he served as Chairman of Appropriations from 2005 to 2007 and from 2009 to 2015. Representative Pitts was known for his commitment to education, fiscal responsibility, and advocating for the needs of his constituents.
Killer Virus Now Spreading All Over Texas
As Texas is dealing with the scorching summer temperatures, but the extreme ultraviolet radiation is just the tip of the threat the outdoors brings in the Lone Star State during this time of year. We have grown accustomed to dealing with the presence of West Nile Virus over the past twenty years, but now a new viral threat is surging across Texas, and once again we have the world's most deadly animal to blame.
Give ‘Em the Business | 7-22 Texas Employment Rate Increase And UT Secures Grant
Tune in to the latest episode of the “Give Em The Businesses Podcast” hosted by the incredible Todd Jeffries! 🎧💼. 🔹 UT Austin Secures Massive Grant for Semiconductor Manufacturing!. 🔹 Texas Smashes Employment Record in June! 📈💥. 🔹 Beloved Tex-Mex Spot Under New Ownership...
Texas-based Cyber Firm Accused Of Causing Internet Meltdown
A massive IT outage sent shockwaves around the world on Friday morning, causing disruptions at airports, hospitals, and businesses thanks to the Texas-based cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, worrying many about a possible cyberattack. Texas Driver License Offices Hit Hard. The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) wasn't spared either. All Driver...
A Hurricane Exposes Houston’s Infrastructure Weaknesses — Again
Beryl, the first major hurricane of the year, has finally dissipated, but it’s still casting a long shadow in Texas. As of last Tuesday afternoon, more than a week after the storm made landfall in the state, more than 100,000 electricity customers still didn’t have power — the vast majority of them in the Houston metropolitan area. Now intense heat and humidity have blanketed the region, leaving many vulnerable residents without the cooling they need to endure the hot, muggy weather with the heat index topping 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
Longhorns perform in Zilker’s annual summer musical ‘Legally Blonde’
Pretty in pink and accompanied by her emotional support chihuahua, Elle Woods takes the stage for Zilker Theatre Productions’ 65th annual summer musical. From July 12 to Aug. 17, audiences can see “Legally Blonde, the Musical” for free every Thursday to Sunday at the outdoor Beverly S. Sheffield Zilker Hillside Theater.
U.S. Marshals looking for Juan Leija-Monsivais for allegedly violating release terms
The US Marshals need your help to find Juan Antonio Leija-Monsivais. Leija-Monsivais is wanted for allegedly skipping town on his supervised release. 48-year-old Juan Antonio Leija-Monsivais is 5’6” tall and weighs 160 pounds. His last known place of residence was Austin, Texas but he has close ties to...
What could the future of CapMetro’s child care services look like?
After the CapMetro Board of Directors voted to extend the contract on its daycare program services earlier this year, board members received an update Monday on possible future solutions to continue providing access to child care.
8th Strongest Earthquake in Texas’ History Shakes Lubbock
LUBBOCK, TX (KLBK) – KLBK Chief Meteorologist Jacob Riley has details on an earthquake that shook West Texas Monday night. At approximately 10:39 PM CDT Monday, July 22, 2024, an earthquake occurred between Snyder and Roby Texas, just north of Highway 180 at 10:38 PM CDT. At 10:46 PM CDT, an aftershock with a magnitude of 4.4 […]
'We decided it was time' | Local Cajun cuisine staple to close its doors after nearly 40 years in business
SAN ANTONIO — A staple restaurant in San Antonio that had been around for decades announced it will close its doors at the end of August. Acadiana Cafe, which has been serving Cajun and Southern style cooking since 1986, said in a press release it will operate through Thursday, August 29.
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