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Where's my $750 FEMA check? ABC13 asking questions weeks after Beryl
Where's my check, FEMA?You are not alone if you are waiting for your $750 FEMA Disaster Assistance check.Unfortunately, FEMA officials told ABC13 they were aware of the delays but couldn't say when people would receive their $750.FEMA representatives said each application must be reviewed individually, and there is no set time for the agency to approve or deny it.Officials said they would contact applicants by mail, e-mail, or text to let them know if they were approved, so keep looking for that correspondence from FEMA.PREVIOUS STORY: Residents of 15 southeast Texas counties can now apply for federal Beryl aidYou can...
13 Investigates: Texts between Texas leader, CenterPoint show state's frustration
As CenterPoint tries to rebuild trust with its customers, 13 Investigates is learning it wasn't just frustrated, powerless residents who couldn't get answers from the company.In a text thread between Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and CenterPoint leadership, Patrick expresses he's not getting the answers he wants from the company. The company's outages left 2 million people without power the day after Hurricane Beryl made landfall on July 8.A July 9 text from Jeff Bonham, a vice president at CenterPoint, outlines how the company monitored the storm and "requested substantial mutual assistance support before the storm made landfall.""As of this morning,...
City officials say feedback on Lubbock splash pads ha been positive since opening
LUBBOCK, Texas— Lubbock’s Parks and Recreation Department opened three brand new splash pads at Lubbock parks including Rodgers Park, Mae Simmons Park, and Maxey Park. The three parks opened July 8 and since they have been open, officials say they have had good feedback. “I’ve gotten calls, I’ve gotten emails but the best part is […]
Archeologists unearth unexpected wonders in a cave near Marfa
“The journey is the goal.” It may be a cliché, but it rings true in many human endeavors, including science. Researchers pursuing a specific aim often make unexpected discoveries along the way. That’s the case at the San Esteban Rockshelter, south of Marfa. Archeologists began digging the cave...
Who owns rig that’s spilling natural gas condensate into Gulf of Mexico near Galveston?
GALVESTON, Texas – For at least two weeks, natural gas condensate has been spilling into the Gulf of Mexico just off the coast of Galveston. There’s no end in sight. Word of the spill started spreading on social media after local fisherman spotted the oil sheen in the water, roughly 12 miles directly out from Crystal Beach on Bolivar Peninsula.
El Paso woman to ref basketball at 2024 Paris Olympics
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The 2024 Paris Olympics are officially underway, and while there are several Borderland athletes competing in the Games, El Paso’s Blanca Burns will be officiating the men’s and women’s basketball competition. Burns, who was born in Mexico and moved to El Paso when she was 5 years old, is one […]
THE END: Several East Texas Conn’s Locations Will Close Down
We Now Know What Conn's Locations In East Texas Will Shut Down After The Company Filed For Bankruptcy. Many stores are grappling with supply chain disruptions, which have led to delays in receiving inventory and increased costs. Additionally, changes in consumer behavior, such as the shift towards online shopping and rising living costs have forced consumers to cut back on discretionary spending, including furniture purchases with many opting for budget-friendly options.
Police in Texas Try to Arrest Librarian for Civil Rights Book
Shocking: Texas Librarian Faces Arrest for Checking Out Toni Morrison Book. It really has to suck some days to be a cop. Imagine showing up for your shift one day, ready to arrest murderers and pedophiles, and your superior officer informs you that your assignment for the day is to go investigate and arrest a librarian for loaning out a book about civil rights.
Health officials urge precautions as mosquito activity spikes in Texas
SAN ANTONIO - Following this week's heavy rains, an unwelcome consequence has emerged: a surge in mosquito activity. Alongside the increased presence of these pests, there has been a concerning rise in mosquito-borne diseases, including the West Nile Virus. The Texas Department of State Health Services has yet to release...
A Close Look at a Terrifying North Texas Tornado
Storm chasers in North Texas got up close and personal with a twister. I don’t know how they do it. I watch a lot of storm chasers’ videos on social media and all I can think is that they’re going in the exact opposite direction I would if I were in that situation.
West Texas Convenience Store Plans To Open Location In East Texas
There's a gas station and convenience store brand that Texans, especially in West Texas cities like Amarillo and Lubbock swear by and for once, NO, we're not talking about "Buc-ee's". Of course in other areas of Texas, the "beaver" may reign supreme and is starting their trek towards global domination...
Central Texas Weather: Rain and Thunderstorms in the Forecast
Austin, TX – Central Texas is set to experience a mix of weather conditions over the next few days, with lingering isolated showers and thunderstorms expected tonight, primarily east of the I-35 corridor. Temperatures will range from the upper 60s to the mid-70s. According to the National Weather Service...
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