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Dallas Animal Services and Operation Kindness to Offer Free Spay/Neuter Services for Community Cats
DALLAS, Texas — Dallas Animal Services and Operation Kindness are teaming up to provide free spay/neuter services for un-owned community cats to Dallas residents. On Friday, July 26, Operation Kindness will accept 50 cats for spay/neuter surgery at their new Lifesaving Partnerships Hub at 1771 Terre Colony Ct, Dallas, Texas, 75212. A map of the location and line flow is available at BeDallas90.org.
New evidence leads to release of previously arrested individual in Montgomery County
MONTGOMERY, Texas — The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office has announced the release of Mark Anthony Crooms, who was previously arrested in connection with the murder of John Dennis Holmes III. As the investigation progressed, new evidence emerged providing an alibi for Crooms, necessitating his release from the Montgomery County...
Mayor Whitmire to Announce 2024 Mayors Back to School Fest
HOUSTON, Texas — Mayor Whitmire will announce the 14th Annual Mayors Back to School Fest Presented by Shell on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. The press conference is scheduled for 10 a.m. at the Houston Food Bank, located at 535 Portwall St., 77029. Mayor Whitmire will be joined by Christina Jones, Vice President of Human Resources D&I at Shell USA, Amy Ragan, Executive Gifts Officer at the Houston Food Bank, and Susan Christian, Director of Special Events.
Texas crash leaves one dead, another seriously injured
PECOS, Texas — A head-on collision on FM 1053 near mile marker 384 resulted in one death and one serious injury Saturday morning. The Texas Department of Public Safety reported that the crash involved a 2015 Ford F-150 and a 2024 GMC Sierra. Donnavin Brown, a 21-year-old from Odessa, Texas, was driving the Ford F-150 southbound when his vehicle veered into the northbound lane. Nicholas Calloway, a 25-year-old from Houston, Texas, was driving the GMC Sierra and attempted to avoid the collision by moving into the southbound lane. However, Brown's vehicle returned to the southbound lane, striking Calloway's vehicle head-on. Calloway was pronounced dead at the scene by Justice of the Peace Braden. Brown sustained serious injuries and was transported to Midland Memorial Hospital.
Mosquito control spraying scheduled in Dallas after West Nile Virus detection
DALLAS, Texas — Mosquito samples in Dallas have tested positive for the West Nile Virus, prompting scheduled mosquito control spraying in several areas, according to a press release from the City of Dallas. Weather permitting, the spraying will occur between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. from Tuesday, July 23rd...
Runway at Dallas Love Field to Close for Safety Improvements
DALLAS, Texas — Dallas Love Field Airport will close Runway 13L/31R for essential safety improvements starting August 5, with the closure expected to last approximately 85 days. The project, named the Runway 13L/31R Runway Safety Area Improvements & Rehabilitation of Taxiway A, aims to address runway safety area (RSA)...
Leander Police Department welcomes five new officers
LEANDER, Texas — The Leander Police Department has announced the addition of five new officers who have recently graduated from the police academy and will soon begin their field training.The new officers joining the team are Officer Jackson, Officer Douglass, Officer Mitchell, Officer Sams, and Officer Ham. "Your commitment to serving and protecting our community is truly inspiring," stated the department in a press release.
Texas Department of Criminal Justice launches new mass email system
HUNTSVILLE, Texas — The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has introduced a new mass email system to keep the public informed with updates, news, and notifications.Subscribers can choose from a variety of topics, including TDCJ Announcements, Office of Family Services Events, and notifications specific to TDCJ volunteer groups, according to a press release from the department. The sign-up process is described as quick and easy, offering options to receive information via email, text message, or both."Sign up today to stay up-to-date on all of the latest TDCJ news," stated the source.
Oklahoma authorities seize over 5,000 marijuana plants in Kingston raid
KINGSTON, Oklahoma — Authorities seized thousands of marijuana plants and processed marijuana during a raid on an unregistered grow operation in Kingston.On Friday, July 19, 2024, the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics' (OBN) Marijuana Enforcement Teams (MET) executed a search warrant at 17368 Fobb Bottom Road. The operation resulted in the seizure of 5,212 marijuana plants and 178 pounds of processed marijuana, according to a press release from the OBN. Arrests are pending.The OBN MET was assisted by the Marshall County Sheriff's Office and the Chickasaw Nation Light Horse Police Department.
Ride-share driver accused of sexually assaulting unaccompanied 12-year-old passenger
PLANO, Texas — A ride-share employee has been arrested for the aggravated sexual assault of a child, according to the Plano Police Department.Robert Johnson III, a 31-year-old from Garland, was taken into custody on July 15 following an investigation by the Plano Police Department Special Victims Unit. On July 9, Johnson responded to a pickup request in Frisco, Texas, where he picked up an unaccompanied minor. Johnson allegedly pulled off the road in the 4200 block of Legacy Drive and sexually assaulted the 12-year-old rider. The child disclosed the assault to their mother the next day, and a police report...
Kennedale police warn residents of phone scam posing as officers
KENNEDALE, Texas — The Kennedale Police Department has issued a warning about a phone scam in which individuals are posing as police officers and demanding money.According to a press release from the department, a complaint was received over the weekend about a person identifying themselves as a "Sergeant with the Kennedale Police Department" who called and asked for money to pay off a "warrant." The department emphasized that it does not call individuals to demand or ask for payment, which is handled through the Municipal Court and not over the phone.Residents are advised to hang up and report any such calls to the police department. The department also referred to a previous post with details on phone scams and encouraged anyone with questions to reach out.
Former Texas State Representative Jim Pitts Passes Away at 73
DALLAS, Texas — Former Texas State Representative Jim Pitts passed away shortly before midnight on July 20, 2024, at Baylor Hospital in Dallas, surrounded by his loved ones.Jim Pitts dedicated his life to public service, representing House District 10 in the Texas House of Representatives from 1993 to 2015. His district comprised Ellis County, Hill County, and a portion of Henderson County. During his tenure, he served as Chairman of Appropriations from 2005 to 2007 and from 2009 to 2015. Representative Pitts was known for his commitment to education, fiscal responsibility, and advocating for the needs of his constituents.Beyond his legislative achievements, Jim Pitts was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. "His contributions to our community and the state of Texas will be remembered for years to come," stated the source.The Pitts family appreciates the outpouring of support and condolences during this difficult time. Further details regarding memorial services will be announced soon.
Driver with 13 warrants arrested after traffic stop in Harris County
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — A driver with 13 active warrants was arrested after a traffic stop in Harris County, authorities said. Traffic Division Deputies initiated a traffic stop on an Infiniti for no license plate at 2040 FM 2100 Rd. During the stop, Devin Fidler was found to have eleven active "class C, traffic violation" warrants with Harris County Precinct 3 and two "class C, traffic violation" warrants with Harris County Precinct 4, according to a press release from Harris County Constable Precinct 3.
Corpus Christi police arrest four women in anti-prostitution sting
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — An anti-prostitution sting conducted by the Corpus Christi Police Department’s Narcotics and Vice Investigations Division on Saturday resulted in the arrest of four women on charges of prostitution.One of the four women was additionally charged with an arrest warrant from Virginia for human trafficking, while a second woman was charged with possession of a controlled substance after officers discovered narcotics during a search incident to arrest, according to a press release from the Corpus Christi Police Department. The women were arrested after they solicited undercover CCPD officers for sex acts in exchange for payment. The undercover...
Illegal marijuana grow raided in Kingston
KINGSTON, Okla. (KTEN) — Arrests are pending following a raid of an illegal marijuana grow in Kingston. The Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics Marijuana Enforcement Teams served a search warrant Friday at a facility in the 17300 block of Fobb Bottom Road, the agency said in a Facebook post. "At...
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