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Panhandle Fires | How Central Texans can help victims
CENTRAL, Texas — As multiple fires ravage through over a million acres of land in the Texas Panhandle, Central Texans may be wondering what they can do to help, despite being hours away. Many of those affected are ranchers and livestock owners, who are now left in a bind...
"The Army saved my life": Fort Cavazos soldier being honored at Army Women's Foundation Hall of Fame
FORT CAVAZOS, Texas — March is Women’s History month, and a Fort Cavazos solider is set to take her place at the U.S. Army Women’s Foundation Hall of Fame. Sergeant First Class Latoya Greene is a solider and social media influencer who is conquering obstacles while inspiring millions with her army and fitness journey.
Person in custody at Bexar County Jail uses hidden weapon to shoot and kill himself, sheriff says
SAN ANTONIO — A 19-year-old man took his own life with a gun at the Bexar County Jail on Sunday afternoon, according to officials. Jesus Gonzales was in custody after being arrested by the San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) on a family violence warrant. Gonzales was at the booking area of the jail, located in the 200 block of North Comal, when he died. Authorities describe it as a secured area of the jail where deputies have only Tasers, not guns.
Writer for conservative media outlet surrenders to face Capitol riot charges
WASHINGTON — A Texas-based writer for a conservative media outlet surrendered to authorities Friday on charges that he joined a mob's attack on the U.S. Capitol more than three years ago. Steve Baker, who has written articles about the Jan. 6, 2021, riot for Blaze News, faces four misdemeanor...
Firefighters face difficult weather conditions as they battle the largest wildfire in Texas history
STINNETT, Texas — Firefighters in Texas faced rising temperatures, whipped-up winds and dry air Saturday in their battle to keep the largest wildfire in state history from turning more of the Panhandle into a parched wasteland. Firefighters were focused on containing the fire along its northern and eastern perimeter,...
Salvation Army to make changes to their food distribution system in March
BRYAN, Texas — For the past few months, the Salvation Army has been seeing around 70 families come in to use their food pantry, and now in March, they’re gearing up for some positive changes. The non-profit has had drive-through food distribution days for families and individuals who...
Paving operations, new traffic patterns to cause detours and delays on William J. Bryan Parkway on Monday
BRYAN, Brazos County — Starting on Monday, driver navigating parts of William J. Bryan Parkway (FM 158) will experience delays and detours, according to a news release from TxDOT. From 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., the eastbound lanes will be closed on the south side of Sue Haswell Park...
Missing 12-year-old girl found safe in Columbus, Texas, police say; Man taken into custody
MISSOURI CITY, Texas — The 12-year-old Missouri City girl at the center of an AMBER Alert who was missing for about a week was found safe Friday in Columbus, Texas, police said. Columbus, Texas is about an hour and a half west of the girl's home. Sources told KHOU...
Accident involving 18 wheeler, car reported on Highway 7 near Johnson Road in Robertson County
ROBERTSON COUNTY, Texas — Robertson County authorities are asking drivers to avoid the area near Highway 7 and Johnson Road due to a crash involving an 18 wheeler and car. The accident was reported just after 7 a.m. on Friday. Updates to this situation will be provided as they...
Texas AG Ken Paxton sues the State Fair of Texas, the Factory in Deep Ellum, and Texas Trust CU Theatre in Grand Prairie
DALLAS — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued the State Fair of Texas, the Factory in Deep Ellum, and the owner of Texas Trust CU Theatre in Grand Prairie. The lawsuits allege the venues didn’t allow off-duty officers to bring their firearms into the venues on multiple occasions, violating a 2017 law allowing officers to bring their weapons into public venues, whether or not the officers are on duty.
Following the passage of SB 17, Texas A&M student groups are having to adapt to new ways of operating
COLLEGE STATION, Texas — When the Texas legislature passed Senate Bill 17, they took away many diversity, equity and inclusion offices and initiatives at public universities. Texas A&M University quickly compiled and by Jan. 1, they closed their office for diversity, which included closing the LGBTQ+ Pride Center, a...
College Station Police arrest 18-year-old for threatening to kill classmates in online messages
COLLEGE STATION, Texas — An 18-year-old at the International Leadership of Texas Aggieland High School (ILT) has been arrested after threatening to "violently hurt" his classmates online, according to an arrest report from College Station Police. Wednesday evening, CSPD were notified of the individual that had made threats against...
Arkansas man born on leap day finally celebrating 21st birthday after 84 years
SCOTT, ARKANSAS, Ark. — A leap year only comes around once every four years, providing an extra day at the end of February— and for people born on February 29, they’re defying time as their birthdays keep them at a younger age. Arkansan Lee Muncy is a...
Black History Month: The story behind a Brazos Valley BBQ joint's journey to the top of the barbecue world
BRYAN, Texas — On a Tuesday afternoon one Bryan couple was seen laughing, reminiscing about the weekend while sitting in a booth inside the city's popular barbecue restaurant: Fargo's Pit BBQ. "It was so much fun we gotta go back!," Carolyn Andrews said to her husband, Mike. Joining them...
Historic $180M Texas ranch 80% burned by wildfires, owners say
CANADIAN, Texas — An historic Texas ranch that's currently up for sale for $180 million was among those badly burned by the sprawling wildfires in the Panhandle. The owners of the Turkey Track Ranch said they were "heartbroken by this devastating fire," both on their property and the surrounding areas, according to a statement released through their Dallas-based brokerage, the Icon Global Group.
Bryan man given 30 years for bond violation
BRYAN, Texas — A Bryan man was sentenced to 30 years in prison on Monday for "continuous violation of bond conditions in family violence case," according to a Wednesday news release from the Brazos County's District Attorney's office. The department also made a post on its X, formerly Twitter,...
Brazos County Crime Stoppers looking for stolen motorcycle
BRYAN, Texas — The Brazos County Sheriff's Office is trying to find the person responsible for stealing a motorcycle. The motorcycle is a 2008 Honda CRF230L and was stolen from the owner around the weekend of February 23-25, 2024. The bike was last seen around the 5000 block of Dilly Shaw Tap Rd.
Texas A&M Forest Services raises Wildland Fire Preparedness Level to Level 3
TEXAS, USA — Texas A&M Forest Service has raised its Wildland Fire Preparedness Level to Level 3. This comes as a wildfire up in the Texas panhandle known as the Smokehouse Creek Fire has grown to more than 850,000 acres or 1,300 miles. The fire is quickly growing into...
TxDOT to host public meeting on traffic congestion in Hearne
HEARNE, Texas — TxDOT Bryan is hosting a public meeting on Thursday, March 7, at Hearne Elementary School to address traffic congestion going from State Highway 6 to Hearne. According to TxDOT, the Bryan District is conducting a study on State Highway 6 and US 79 to improve mobility and provide relief for current and future traffic demands. The study will evaluate possible options for relief routes making sure to incorporate safety and modern roadway designs.
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