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Texas National Guard Engineers Reinforce Border Barrier
EL PASO, Texas — Texas National Guard Engineers have installed and reinforced an anti-climb barrier to prevent illegal border crossings. The operation, known as Operation Lone Star, aims to enhance border security and curb illegal immigration. The Texas Military Department stated that the barrier is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the state's border defenses.
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...
European-inspired coffee shop works to build community in San Marcos
Cafe Cortado, a trailer revamped into a coffee shop, offers a taste of European-style coffee with an emphasis on enjoying it in a European-style way; to relax and engage with the community. Krendi Harmon, owner of Cafe Cortado, established the cafe on May 31 at 221 North St. in downtown...
As the Rio Grande runs dry, South Texas cities look to alternatives for water
This story was originally 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. The Rio Grande is no longer a reliable source of water for South Texas. That’s the sobering...
Austin-based indie psychedelic music collective Molecular Steve talks new album, upcoming ACL music festival performance
Originally a father-son duo, Austin-based indie psychedelic musical group Molecular Steve comprises nine former members of esteemed Austin bands including Prescott Curlywolf, The Damnations and The Meat Puppets. Their debut self-titled album released July 19 through Athens, Georgia-based Strolling Bones Records. With an identity rooted in the Austin music scene, the group will perform at ACL Music Festival weekend two in September.
Heavy Rainfall Expected in South-East Texas: Flooding Concerns Rise
Corpus Christi, TX – Heavy rain is set to continue across Texas through the weekend, bringing significant flooding risks. Recent days of consistent rainfall have left soils saturated, increasing the likelihood of rapid flooding development. According to the US National Weather Service in Corpus Christi, periods of heavy rain...
The Chupacabra: Are Texans in Danger from This Mysterious Threat?
We continue our series on Texas Cryptids with one proven real, even if it isn't exactly what it seems. There's a lot of things you can see on a Saturday night in Texas. You can see people wilding after a college football game. You can see cars lined up on a local drag. One thing you probably don't want to see is a blood-thirsty feral animal. Texas is home to the Chupacabra and it's VERY real.
Tesla grows footprint in Texas with 183k-sq-ft building in Taylor: report
It appears that Tesla is growing its footprint in Austin, Texas even further, with the electric vehicle maker reportedly leasing a 183,000-square-foot rail-served building in the RCR Taylor Logistics Park in Taylor, Texas. As per the Austin Business Journal, the addition of the Taylor building will result in Tesla having...
How Houstonians can voice concerns to CenterPoint for ‘chaos and frustration’ during Hurricane Beryl
On Monday, lawmakers in Austin are planning to question leaders for CenterPoint Energy on the company’s performance in the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Beryl. There is also a state-ordered investigation into the company’s actions amid the storm, and the company must provide Texas Governor Greg Abbott with a full report on what went wrong during Beryl by the end of the year.
How a small communications satellite changed the way we get our news today
AUSTIN, Texas — In the summer of 1962, the world was teetering on the brink of a new era. In the cold void of space, above Earth’s atmosphere, the Telstar communication satellite had begun its celestial journey. Launched by Bell Labs in conjunction with NASA and AT&T, Telstar...
Texas Exes honor Nick Pesina, present scholarships
It was a room full of burnt orange as Longhorns celebrated all things Texas on Thursday night at Hollytree Country Club. The Texas Exes Tyler-Smith County Chapter 2024 Scholarship Dinner hosted Texas All-America and World Series champion Keith Moreland, honored Nick Pesina, heard from Inside Texas' Justin Wells and awarded scholarships to future and present Longhorns.
Texas makes final 4 for 5-Star 2025 W Grace Knox
According to On3's Talia Goodman, the elite five-star 2025 Rancho Cucamonga (CA) Etiwanda wing Grace Knox included Texas women's basketball among her top four finalist schools on July 26. The other three schools that rounded out Knox's top four finalist schools are the Tennessee Lady Vols, LSU Tigers, and USC Trojans. Although Texas cracked the top group of finalist schools for Knox, she has yet to schedule an official visit to see head coach Vic Schaefer and the Longhorns. Knox has scheduled official visits to LSU, Tennessee, and USC for August and September. "Being able to bond with the coach...
Man arrested, charged after allegedly stealing over 300 pieces of mail from over 100 addresses
AUSTIN, Texas — The Austin Police Department (APD) arrested a man after discovering more than 300 pieces of stolen mail from over 110 addresses, as well as two counterfeit USPS Arrow Keys in his possession. According to an affidavit obtained by KVUE, police were dispatched to the 900 block...
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