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RECALL ALERT: Thousands of Texas Vehicles Could Be Impacted By Faulty Fuel Pump
AUSTIN, Texas (KPEL News) - Hyundai vehicle owners in Texas may need to check their fuel pumps after a recall notice from the company that impacts nearly 55,000 vehicles. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the automotive company is recalling certain 2019-2023 models of Genesis G70, Veloster N, Elantra N, and Kona N because of problems with the fuel delivery system.
Home insurance costs in South Texas jump in a big way
SAN ANTONIO — Home insurance is becoming unaffordable for many, especially first-time buyers, and natural disasters are the leading cause of the rising rates. Nearly one in three home insurance policies had a rate increase of at least 25% in the most recent coverage renewal period. That, combined with home prices that remain high, is pricing even more people out of the market.
‘Miracle Treat Day’ July 25 at Dairy Queen benefiting UMC Children’s Hospital
LUBBOCK, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) - Miracle Treat Day, the one-day event at participating DQ restaurants across Texas, will support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals® in Lubbock benefiting UMC Children’s Hospital on Thursday, July 25. For each Blizzard® Treat purchased, $1 or more will be donated to the Children’s...
In Beryl’s awake, heat-related Texas incidents walk after millions left without power
Sign up for The Texas Tribune’s regular magazine, The Brief, to stay informed about the most important news from Texas. After losing power in Hurricane Beryl, Janet Jarrett, her 64-year-old family tried everything she could to maintain her sister great as the temperatures soared in the Houston-area house. But...
Republican former state Rep. Jim Pitts has died at 77
DALLAS — This article was originally published by our content partners at the Texas Tribune. You can read the original article here. Former state Rep. Jim Pitts, a Waxahachie Republican who served as chief budget writer for the Texas House for close to a decade, died shortly before midnight on Saturday. He was 77.
Rainy forecast could prove beneficial for Central Texas region
AUSTIN, Texas — Rainfall across central Texas is bringing cooler temperatures along with the possibility of providing a much-needed lift to water levels at area lakes and rivers. Several people were enjoying the overcast skies out at Michael Butler Park in downtown Austin on Monday. From riding bikes to...
2 Major Texas Grocery Store Companies Set To Merge, Prices Could Lower
It appears that two major chain grocery stores will be merging, and it might even have a positive impact on the cost of your grocery bill moving forward. A while back it was announced that Albertsons and Kroger would soon be merging, well it looks like that will certainly be the case. We've got everything you should know about the merger and what it could mean for your grocery bill moving forward...
Texas companies linked to millions of dollars in fraudulent Medicare billings
NORTH TEXAS – Medicare fraud is suspected of costing Americans billions of dollars annually. Instead of funding healthcare, this money has become an income stream for suspected criminals. After the CBS News Texas I-Team exposed a Grand Prairie company allegedly connected to over $200 million in fraudulent billings, viewers flooded the I-Team with calls and emails. Many shared their experiences as victims of Medicare fraud."That's my story right there," said Dallas resident Dwight Sandell after watching the report the report. Sandell said that his Medicare account was fraudulently billed. He explained that he was billed for 10 straight months for urinary...
This Texas Criminal Blew Up a Plane in an Act of Revenge
While it doesn't happen very often, Texas does see its share of plane crashes in history; some even carried famous musicians too. But in this case, Texas was actually the starting point for one particular criminal that became wanted by the FBI. A man who went from transporting illegal goods to straight up BLOWING UP A PLANE.
Texas Police Department Missing Thousands of Items, Including Guns and Drugs
If most people take something from work and decide to keep it, it's usually something like a pen or office paper, maybe some post-it notes. Stealing from within a police department? That's a different category of work theft. According to CBS News in Dallas, DeSoto Police have discovered they have...
Midland County looking to bring medical examiner facility
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Midland County Judge Terry Johnson says that Midland County is looking to build a medical examiner facility in the near future. According to Judge Johnson, the County is waiting for a contract to be prepared for candidates who are interested in the position. “Once we get that system in place, then […]
MPD responds to assault in Macarena's parking lot Sunday night
MIDLAND, Texas — Midland Police Department responded to an assault in a restaurant parking lot Sunday night. At about 5:45 p.m., MPD responded to a disturbance in the Macarena's parking lot located at 4411 W. Illinois Ave. When MPD arrived on scene, two men were contacted and found to...
Heather Bredimus announces candidacy for Midland City Council District 1
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- Heather Bredimus, a community leader in multiple organizations, foster parent, and native Midlander, announced that she will be running for Midland City Council. Heather Bredimus announced her candidacy for Midland City Council District 1 on Monday, July 22. Bredimus said that she is a “passionate community leader and courageous communicator, who is […]
Councilman John Norman announces re-election to District 2
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Councilman John Norman is running to be re-elected to Midland City Council District 2. He won the seat in 2020 with 62 percent of the vote. Councilman Norman said in a release to CBS7 that he plans to bring new businesses to create job opportunities, invest in infrastructure, housing and community facilities in District 2.
Murder suspect faces new charges in connection with June road rage incident
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- An Odessa man accused of murdering his wheelchair bound roommate last month is now facing new charges in connection with an alleged road rage incident that occurred just weeks before the murder. Brayden Scott Roupp, 18, has been charged with three counts of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, that’s in addition […]
Woman accused of ramming truck, firing shot
Jul. 22—A 33-year-old Odessa woman was arrested Saturday morning after her boyfriend accused her of ramming his vehicle and firing a firearm at him. According to an Ector County Sheriff's Office report, officers received a call about an unwanted person in the 800 block of Rosamond Avenue and when they arrived, a 27-year-old man told them his girlfriend of six months, Victoria Galindo Cortez, ...
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