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"Train Car Fire," near Burkett Close to 95% Extinguished
The "Train Car Fire," that sprung up in the afternoon of Tuesday, August 20th, is nearing 95% extinguished after several Fire Departments have come together to fight. Coleman, Burkett, Santa Anna, Lake Coleman, Novice, South Coleman, Talpa, Glen Cove fire departments, Texas Forest Service, TIFMAS strike team, Coleman County Precinct #1 Commissioner and Water Tender, Sacred Cross EMS, Texas Division of Emergency Management, Coleman Sheriff’s Office all came together to share resources and vast knowledge on how to make this process go as safely and smoothly as possible.
Man in 50s shot by EPISD officer at Franklin High; classes canceled for Aug. 22
A man in his 50s was fatally shot by an EPISD police officer at Franklin High School, resulting in classes being canceled at the West El Paso campus, district officials said. The shooting happened before 6 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 22, when an El Paso Independent School District Police Department officer responded to a report of an incident on the perimeter of the high school, EPISD Police Chief Manuel Chavira said at a news conference. ...
Texas Roads Buckle from Intense Heat
If you’ve been driving around Houston lately, you might have noticed the roads seem a little… wavy. No, you’re not imagining things—Houston’s infamous summer heat is taking its toll on the city's infrastructure, and the roads are buckling under the pressure. Downright Destructive. As temperatures...
What to Know About Texas Corporal Punishment Laws
Illinois just banned corporal punishment in all schools and it became just the fifth state to do so. It's 2024 and only five states in the country have banned corporal punishment- and Texas is not one of them. Corporal punishment refers to the use of physical force with the intention...
TxDOT promoting Drive Sober, No Regrets campaign
TEXAS (FOX 44) — As Labor Day approaches, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is partnering with local law enforcement to try and prevent as many drunk driving crashes and deaths as possible. This is part of its “Drive Sober, No Regrets” campaign. From now until September 2, expect to see more police on the […]
Apartment Bills Family of Woman Who Died $15K for Breaking Her Lease
A Texas apartment complex has recently sent a bill to a family of a woman who has recently passed away! The bill from the apartment complex for $15,676 and a collections notice! The Texas law states that family members can cancel a lease if a loved one passes away. However, this apartment complex doesn't believe this.
Abilene records hottest day ever with sweltering 113°F, more record breaking heat ahead
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Abilene recorded its hottest day ever at a sweltering 113°F Wednesday, August 21. The previous hottest temperature on record was set in August 2023 at 111°F. 113°F is now the hottest temperature recorded in Abilene in 139 years, since the National Weather Service began keeping records in 1885. Tuesday was record-breaking […]
Pine Street draws eyes to Abilene's economic development and business potential
The recent growth to Pine Street in the past months has showcased the possibilities for economic development in this area of Abilene. Misty Mayo, president and CEO of the Development Corporation of Abilene, named Pine Street as one of the most important streets in the downtown area. "Pine Street is the main entrance into...
It’s A Felony Yet It Continues to Happen in Texas
If someone in Texas decides to break this law they are facing a felony charge, but for some reason it continues to increase and it needs to stop, immediately. For most people the idea of dumping an animal somewhere is a disgusting and horrible action, but it’s a serious problem here in the state of Texas.
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