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‘Preparation, preparation, preparation.’ After Hurricane Beryl, Texas leaders look to next storm
Energy experts and local leaders say Houstonians need to start looking at every storm like it might be the big one. It's been more than a week since Hurricane Beryl made landfall in Texas and thousands of people still don't have power. The category 1 storm produced winds up to...
US appeals court orders judge to reconsider Biden ESG investing rule
(Reuters) - A U.S. appeals court on Thursday ordered a Texas judge to reconsider his decision upholding a Biden administration rule that allows socially conscious investing by employee retirement plans, in light of a major recent Supreme Court ruling.
The FBI Is On The Case Of The Mysterious Brookshire’s Bomb Threats
A Dangerous Game Is Being Played By One Or Maybe A Group Of Idiots That Has Law Enforcement Officials In Texas And Other States On High Alert. Prank calls are one thing, but calling in bomb threats is a serious and dangerous matter that folks don't find funny nor joke about especially in these days and times.
Mr. Gatti’s Pizza coming to Walmart locations in Texas
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A pizza chain that started in a small town in Central Texas is now partnering with the nation’s largest retail store. Mr. Gatti’s Pizza is partnering with Walmart to bring its classic menu items to Walmart stores in the Lone Star State. Approximately 12 Mr. Gatti’s are set to open in […]
Vandals target vehicles in Odessa with BB guns, police say, damaging about 12 vehicles
ODESSA, Texas — The Odessa Police Department is warning the public about a series of vandalisms that occurred last night in North and Northeast Odessa. Approximately a dozen incidents of criminal mischief were reported, where unknown subjects used a BB gun to shoot out vehicle windows, according to a press release from the department. All the vehicles were parked and unoccupied during the time of each incident.
Puppies abandoned at Odessa park found by Good Samaritan
ODESSA, Texas — Ten unweaned Chihuahua mix puppies were found abandoned at Casa Bella Park on Tuesday afternoon, according to Odessa Animal Control. The puppies, estimated to be about 20 days old and without teeth, include six males and four females. Dog Rescue R Us, a local rescue organization, is partnering with the Odessa Animal Shelter to provide care for the puppies.
Cinema Under the Stars presents Lego Batman, The Dark Knight
Jul. 19—The Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center, 1310 N. FM 1788, Midland, will present Cinema Under the Stars featuring The Lego Batman Movie and The Dark Knight inside the theater on Sunday, August 4. The doors will open at 2 p.m. The Lego Batman Movie is scheduled at 3:30 p.m. and The Dark Knight at 6 p.m. Food trucks will be parked in the Wagner Noël parking lot from 2:30 p.m. — 5:30 p.m. ...
Man arrested for having stolen police property in his possession
ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - Andy Anderson, 42, has been arrested on multiple charges related to two burglaries and false identification. According to an arrest affidavit from Midland County, in August of 2023, when executing a search warrant on Anderson’s storage unit, investigators found a Sig Sauer P220, two Texas Drivers Licenses and an Odessa Police Department Badge.
Midland teens arrested amid traffic stop, stolen firearms recovered
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- Several teens were arrested earlier this week following an undercover surveillance operation centered around gang members allegedly in possession of stolen guns. 17-year-old Isaiah Rodriguez was among several arrested on July 17; he’s been charged with Theft of a Firearm. Court records showed that charges against the other teens, 19-year-old Aaron Navarrete, […]
ECSO investigating game room robbery
ECTOR COUNTY, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- The Ector County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help from the community to solve a robbery investigation. According to ECSO, around 10:15 a.m. on April 24, two men, armed with guns, entered a game room located at 10145 W 42nd Street and stole money and a car belonging to an employee. The […]
Police searching for Lubbock mother after newborn baby found in dumpster
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Police are searching for the mother of a newborn baby after the child was found in a dumpster overnight in East Lubbock. The child was found alive but we’re working to get details about the baby’s current condition. Investigators say the child was found...
El Paso County to break ground on Fabens Airport hangar following grant dispute
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — El Paso County is set to break ground on an airport hangar that was at the center of a disputed federal grant in May. El Paso County will break ground on the Fabens Airport Hangar Expansion on Tuesday, pushing forward a long-stagnant project that, in part, ended up pausing a $15 million grant that the University of Texas El Paso's Aerospace Center was supposed to receive from the National Science Foundation (NSF).
More Businesses Coming to Lubbock’s Covenant Park
Summer Moon Coffee is bringing its famed oak-roasted coffee and signature sweet cream Moon Milk® to a second location in the Hub City. The Austin-based coffee shop will open its second location in late 2024 at Covenant Park. This second Lubbock location will be a fantastic addition to the Summer Moon family of coffee shops. The shop will feature a drive-thru, online order ahead, and free Wi-Fi, ensuring convenience and comfort for all visitors.
El Paso chef Enrique Lozano set for second Food Network appearance with 'Chopped'
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — An El Paso chef is set to make his second appearance on the Food Network in as many months. Enrique Lozano, the executive chef behind El Paso's Ay Dios Mio, recently competed on the Food Network's "Beat Bobby Flay" in May, and now, he's taking his skills to "Chopped" next week.
Lubbock escape room announces closure in July
LUBBOCK, Texas— Lubbock Escapes, an escape game room located at 3025 34th Street, announced its closure on social media. According to the post, effective as of July 14 “Lubbock Escapes has elected to close our escape room.” The closure comes after much consideration from the game room. “We share wonderful memories with our escape room […]
State Of Texas Lands At Number Two In Nation For Reckless Driving
We've all seen bad driving in the state of Texas right?. It caused all of us to probably say a few choice words and wonder if the person is even paying attention while on the roadway. We mean, who forgets to drive in between the lines painted on the the pavement? Simply put, it's very frustrating.
Texas Is The Number One Worst State In Nation For Pests
There are many animals in the state of Texas. With so much surface area covered by the state, you're bound to see one animal you've never seen before. I mean, some of us have seen a fox run past us in Texas right?. Not all animals are friendly to humans...
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