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Texas Lottery Commission Allows Rigged Win
When a small group of Texas lottery retailers heard about a customer's ambitious plan to secure a guaranteed lottery win, they were in for an unprecedented ride. This daring move, which played out last spring, saw one individual ready to spend millions to buy nearly every possible numeric combination for the Lotto Texas draw. The result? An extraordinary jackpot of $95 million was on the line. To learn more about this incredible story, check out the original article on the Houston Chronicle.
Texas takes down border razor wire
EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) – The Texas military has taken down razor wire – meant to discourage illegal immigration from Mexico – along a stretch of the Rio Grande from Downtown El Paso to Old Fort Bliss. Border Report cameras on both sides have captured a striking sight-several large piles of worn barbwire on […]
Hurricane Beryl sets its sights on the Rio Grande Valley
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The latest update from the National Hurricane Center upgrades Beryl back to a Category 3 Hurricane as it continues towards the Yucatan Peninsula. Although its exact landfall is still uncertain, the Valley remains in the cone. No matter where Beryl makes landfall, we are expecting...
When it comes to Beryl’s path, a matter of miles will make big difference in rainfall
One more day near 100°, with generally quiet conditions today. Rain chances return on Saturday afternoon, as a weak front slips south. By Sunday, all eyes will be on the southern Texas coast, as Beryl will be closing in on landfall. It is expected to be near hurricane strength...
Family said Texas Marine veteran released nearly one week after ICE detention
The family of a Texas Marine veteran said he’s headed home after nearly a week in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody. Maria Renteria Torres said immigration officials detained her husband, Julio Torres, at DFW International Airport while returning home from a trip to Mexico late last week. Just...
Local expert speaks on food, water safety ahead of storm
McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — South Texas Health System is informing the public on food and water safety in anticipation of possible power outages from the potential storm. Many goods like medicine and meat are perishable and can put families at risk if they lose refrigeration. Doctor Michael Menowsky with STHS says the refrigerator door should […]
Woman arrested after allegedly punching, scratching pregnant woman
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A woman was arrested for allegedly assaulting a pregnant woman in a tortilleria, authorities announced. Elisa Ramirez was arrested on a charge of assault that causes bodily injury to a pregnant person, a 3rd degree felony, according to the Cameron County Sherriff’s Office. At 3:35 p.m. Tuesday, Cameron County Sheriff’s deputies […]
Judge Eddie Trevino orders voluntary evacuation notice to Cameron County RV guests
RIO GRANDE VALLEY, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In preparation for Hurricane Beryl, County Judge Eddie Trevino, Jr., has ordered a voluntary evacuation for RVs and other high-profile vehicles. This notice was ordered to RV guests staying at County Parks such as Isla Blanca Park, Andy Bowie Park and Adolph Thomae, Jr. Park in Arroyo City. This […]
Fri, July 5th - 10:00am - Tropical Update
~ BERYL WEAKENING AS IT MOVES FARTHER INLAND OVER THE NORTHEASTERN YUCATAN PENINSULA. ~ DANGEROUS HURRICANE-FORCE WINDS, STORM SURGE, AND DAMAGING WAVES EXPECTED OVER PORTIONS OF THIS AREA FOR A FEW MORE HOURS. SUMMARY OF 1000 AM CDT...1500 UTC...INFORMATION. ~ LOCATION...20.7N 88.3W. ~ ABOUT 100 MI...160 KM ESE OF PROGRESO...
Avelo Airlines cutting ties with Brownsville airport due to low profit costs
Avelo Airlines will stop their services with the Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport next month. Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport Director Angel Ramos says this decision was made because Avelo is rethinking their business strategy. With Orlando, FL being an expensive airport to operate in, they needed to...
Old pipes cause Texas cities to lose tens of billions of gallons of water each year
"Old pipes cause Texas cities to lose tens of billions of gallons of water each year" was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.
ALERT: New Law In Texas Allows You To Ask Companies To Do This
The growth of technology in Texas is astounding. It's difficult to believe, but how handle things ten years ago is different from the current due to its expansion. In fact, people can get online anywhere these days, as long as their phone allows it. What some people don't realize is...
Watch Five Texas Cops Use Force to Take Man Into Custody
Texas Officers Use Force to Arrest Man – What Really Happened?. The video at the bottom of this article was recorded on the infamous 6th Street in Austin, Texas. These five police officers are attempting to get a very large man to cooperate with them. As the cops threaten...
Texas Lottery Commission Allows Rigged Win
When a small group of Texas lottery retailers heard about a customer's ambitious plan to secure a guaranteed lottery win, they were in for an unprecedented ride. This daring move, which played out last spring, saw one individual ready to spend millions to buy nearly every possible numeric combination for the Lotto Texas draw. The result? An extraordinary jackpot of $95 million was on the line. To learn more about this incredible story, check out the original article on the Houston Chronicle.
North Texas now within the probable path of Beryl
Beryl is inching closer to the Texas coast, and the latest forecast shows that the storm could hit the southern part of the state before moving north — affecting Houston and the Dallas-Fort Worth area at some point next week.The National Hurricane Center predicts that Beryl will intensify and make landfall along the mid-Texas coast as a hurricane late Sunday and Monday. Texans are urged to make final preparations as Hurricane Beryl approaches the Gulf Coast. Heavy rain, localized flooding, and potential tornadoes are expected across Texas. The Texas Division of Emergency Management is actively coordinating preparations and response efforts. ...
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