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Urgent: 13 Young Girls Missing In Texas This August
Another month has come and (almost) gone in Texas. As August ends, the unfortunate truth is that numerous kids, the majority of young girls, have gone missing in the state. The issue of children going missing is not only confined to Texas, this is something seen nationally. But no matter where kids are going missing, it is tragic. It's impossible to understand what these children and their loved ones are thinking and feeling at this moment. But I can predict feelings of loss, fear, and panic.
Substance abuse expert says RGV faces ‘overdose pandemic’
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Some are so gripped by grief that it changes them. For many, it’s an ever-present and unfillable void. For others, it can transcend nearly every aspect of their lives. Take Adelína Olívares of Alamo, who said she lost her 20-year-old nephew to a...
'Not the party I grew up with:' Another Texas lawmaker leaves Democratic Party
(The Center Square) – Another lifelong Democrat has joined the Republican Party in Texas, this time, state Rep. Shawn Thierry of Houston. She made the announcement on Friday, joining Gov. Greg Abbott in Austin. “This is not the party I grew up with,” Thierry said of the Democratic Party. “I now stand with the party of Lincoln, the party that fought to preserve our Union and fought to end the...
Report disputes Texas' claim that its 'Lone Star Operation' has deterred migrant crossings
Texas authorities have recently claimed that its "Lone Star Operation," aimed at deterring migration into the state, have led to an almost 90% decline from its peak. Mike Banks, Special Advisor on Border Matters under Gov. Greg Abbott said that the concrete figure is 87% and that, as a result, the federal government has opted to temporarily move agents from the state's ports of entry to others in Arizona, California and New Mexico.
Texas judge rejects state AG Paxton's bid to question leader of migrant aid organization
A Texas judge has rejected the bid by the office of state Attorney General Ken Paxton to question the leader of a local organization providing aid to migrants. Concretely, Travis County judge Maya Guerra Gamble, of the 459th Civil District Court, denied a request by Paxton's office to depose a representative of Team Brownsville, which provides water, shelter and other basic necessities to migrants seeking asylum in the U.S.
Texas is Now Home to The Fastest-Growing Port in the U.S.
If I were to ask you where the fastest-growing port in the entire U.S. was in 2024, what would you guess?. Somewhere in New York or San Diego, California? Maybe Seattle, Washington? Those would be some of my initial guesses. However, the fastest-growing port in America is actually here in Texas.
‘A Celebration of Workforce Heroes’: Balmorhea hosts inaugural Labor Day parade
BALMORHEA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Residents from across Balmorhea and the surrounding area attended the first annual “Balmorhea Labor Day Parade,” with the theme of “Honoring Workforce Heroes: Past, Present, & Future.” The parade began at 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 31, featuring 31 vibrant floats that showcased the achievements and contributions of the community. This […]
MFD extinguishes morning warehouse fire
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – The Midland Fire Department responded to a warehouse fire Saturday morning, after a welding spark reportedly started the flame. According to a release, at about 11:27 a.m. on Saturday, August 31, crews responded to reports of a commercial fire in the 900 block of East County Road 140. “The building contained […]
MPD looks to identify Walmart theft suspect
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – The Midland Police Department and Crime Stoppers are looking to identify a theft suspect from earlier this month. According to Crime Stoppers, at about 10:13 p.m. on Thursday, August 15, the male suspect stole merchandise from Walmart, located at 4517 Midland Drive, with an estimated value of $310.92. If you recognize […]
MFD responds to nearly 30 water rescues in six hours amid heavy rain
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – The Midland Fire Department responded to 28 water rescue calls between 4 p.m. and 10 p.m. on Friday, August 30 amid major flooding across the area caused by widespread rain and thunderstorms. The National Weather Service reported 1.6 inches of rain between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. At Midland Airpark, according to […]
Semi-trucks destroyed in early morning fire
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Odessa Fire Rescue responded to multiple semi-trucks on fire early Saturday morning. According to the City of Odessa, at about 12:53 a.m. on Saturday, August 31, crews responded to the 2600 block of Charway Road. Crews arrived to four semi-trucks on fire and a fifth one beginning to ignite. Crews used […]
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