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Paxton launches election fraud investigations
(The Center Square) – The Office of the Texas Attorney General’s Election Integrity Unit has launched several election fraud investigations. In one investigation, which has been ongoing since 2022, the OAG’s Criminal Investigation Division executed multiple search warrants on Tuesday in Atascosa, Bexar and Frio counties. The investigation launched after the office received a referral from 81st Judicial District Attorney Audrey Louis regarding allegations of election fraud and vote harvesting...
Triple-digit temperatures scorch Southwest, putting millions under excessive heat warnings
A major heat alert is in place for Texas, reflecting what the weather service called "rare and/or long-duration extreme heat with little to no overnight relief." An extreme heat alert was issued for eastern New Mexico.
The secret is out: Fake Punchbowl invites are phishing attempts
NORTH TEXAS — If you've received an online 'Punchbowl' invitation that says "Sssshhhhh," the secret is out. It's fake. A phishing attempt to get access to your data: and even the experts admit, it's a good one."It looks very authentic," said North Texas-based cybersecurity expert David Malicoat. After reviewing one of the suspicious emails, Malicoat notes that hackers have become so good at fooling the public that typical warning signs for phishing attempts, like bad grammar and unfamiliar email addresses, are missing in the fake Punchbowl invites.The addresses that appear to be sending the invitations are legit, likely stolen from...
Man In Texas Arrested For Alleged Rape Of Child, 14
A 34 year old in the state of Texas has been taken into custody after DNA evidence linked him to a crime that happened in May of 2024. Here are the details at the time of writing. Scott Laquinn Johnson, Jr And His Alleged Crime Of Rape. Per YourBasin, Scott...
1-year-old baby dies after being left in hot car, marking 2nd infant death in Texas as temperatures continue to rise
CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS – A 1-year-old child tragically died Tuesday in the state of Texas after being left inside a hot vehicle. Additionally, this incident marked Texas’ second hot car death of the year as temperatures continue to rise across the state. The death took place in Corpus...
Quick Hits: Banning this from streets, suing TX Attorney General and the plague on tourism
SAN ANTONIO — One step closer to banning this from downtown streets in SA. A public survey was sent out to San Antonians about horse drawn carriages downtown and most everyone who answered said they want the longtime attraction to go away. A plan to do away with these...
EPISD 'Gifted & Talented' teachers lack certifications, district vows improvements
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14) — After an audit found that some of its teachers lacked certifications, and funding was unevenly disbursed across the district, El Paso ISD said it's revamping its Gifted and Talented (GT) program. "I believe that probably we did not prioritize the things that were important...
El Paso manufacturer awarded $92+ million Army contract
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support has awarded El Paso garment manufacturer ReadyOne Industries a $92,406,100 contract to make advanced combat pants for the U.S. Army over the next five years. “We are honored to receive this five-year contract from the Defense Logistics Agency,” said...
Texas Weather Warning: Heat Index to Reach 113 Degrees in Fort Worth Area
Dallas, TX – The National Weather Service has extended an Excessive Heat Warning for the Dallas-Fort Worth area until 9 PM Thursday. Temperatures could reach 110 degrees, with heat index values as high as 113 degrees. A Heat Advisory is in effect for surrounding regions, predicting indices up to 109 degrees.
Devastating Details About the Worst Crime Ever in Texas
Just like every other state in the country we know that crime happens in Texas. There are burglaries, robberies, and even murders. We know that people with evil intentions are going to do bad things, but when you think about the worst crime to ever be committed in Texas it’s a reminder to all of us about how evil some people can truly be.
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