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Texas committee suggests legislation to ban foreign land owners will return next session
State lawmakers are trying to harden Texas against threats from foreign adversaries. Securing the southern border may be top of mind for many Texans, but experts who testified on Wednesday are especially concerned about foreign threats from North Korea, Russia, Iran and China. On Wednesday morning, members of the Select...
Running rainfall totals across South Central Texas as rain chances continue this week
Multiple rounds of rain and scattered downpours have already proven to be beneficial this last full week of July. These recent rains have already helped the Edwards Aquifer, increased river streamflow, and dropped multi-inch totals over the most drought-stricken parts of our area. Rainfall Totals. Here’s a look at running...
LIST: Back-to-school events in East Texas
TEXAS, USA — The start of the 2024-2025 school year is right around the corner. CBS19 has compiled a list of events school districts, others are holding to help you be prepared for the school year. July 27. Whitehouse First Assembly Church: Back to School health fair, 9 a.m....
Texas Woman Who Stole Over $100 Million From U.S. Army Receives Sentence
A Texas woman who pleaded guilty to charges of stealing nearly $109 million from a youth development program for children of military families has received her punishment. In a story that rocked a Texas military base, a civilian worker for the U.S. Army allegedly stole hundreds of millions of dollars that were meant for military families and spent the money to fund her extravagant lifestyle earning her the nickname the "Gucci Goddess".
Heavy traffic on I-10 eastbound, westbound near Texas/Louisiana border
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Two separate incidents are causing heavy traffic going east and west on I-10 near the Texas/Louisiana state line. All lanes are now open after an accident on I-10 W near Vinton, but congestion remains around eight miles. On I-10 E from the Texas/Louisiana state line...
Here’s how to weigh in on Texas’ $104B transportation plan
Texans can share input on the Unified Transportation Program, which is updated annually, during a virtual public hearing July 31 or submit comments online. (Courtesy Texas Department of Transportation) The Texas Department of Transportation is seeking public input on its $104.2 billion plan to fund transportation projects across the state...
Mosquitos carrying West Nile Virus found in Hays County
Public health officials urge Texans to be vigilant in protecting against mosquito bites after confirming the first Texas case of West Nile virus and 10 travel- associated dengue cases this year alone. In Hays county, officials confirmed last week that several mosquito trap samples collected in the Wimberley area tested positive for West Nile Virus. The positive samples were collected from two sites in and around the city of Wimberley on July 11. There are about 20 traps in and around the Dripping Springs and Driftwood area but no mosquito samples have tested positive for the virus. These are the first reported...
There is Still Time Left to Celebrate National Corn Month
AUSTIN – Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller proudly joins farmers nationwide in celebrating National Corn Month this July. Texas corn producers plant over 2 million acres of corn annually, contributing a remarkable $1.7 billion to our state’s economy each year. The corn industry supports countless jobs in agronomy, trucking, and logistics. As one of Texas’ most versatile crops, Commissioner Miller recognizes that corn boosts our economy and plays an essential role in our daily lives.
Texas 4-H Congress gives up-close look at state’s legislative process
Every two years, during the Texas 4-H Congress, senior Texas 4-H members travel to Austin, hobnob with politicians and learn firsthand how the Texas Legislature works. Texas 4-H Congress is a four-day mock legislative experience held inside the Texas Capitol by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, which administers the Texas 4-H program. Typically, about 250 Texas 4-H members in grades 9-12 participate in the event, assuming the roles of legislators, lobbyists and members of the media to better understand the state legislative process.
Could fracking have contributed to recent Scurry county earthquakes, including one of largest in Texas history?
SCURRY COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC)- A series of at least 5 earthquakes hit the eastern Scurry County Line on Monday night and into Tuesday morning, the largest of which rated at a magnitude 4.9 by the U.S. Geological survey(USGS). That organization claims minor to major property damage can result at magnitudes of 5.0 and above. While […]
Walmart Health spaces to become senior-focused primary care centers
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Walmart Health Center locations in Florida, Georgia, Missouri and Texas are slated to become senior-focused primary care centers, Humana Inc.’s CenterWell health care services announced on Wednesday. The new centers will be located next to Walmart Supercenters in clinical office space formerly occupied by Walmart...
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