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Denton enacts new ordinances to safeguard residents during extreme heat
DENTON, Texas — The City of Denton has passed two ordinances to ensure residents have access to essential air conditioning during the hot summer months. The first ordinance mandates that all landlords within city limits provide air conditioning systems in residential rental units. This measure aims to keep indoor environments safe and comfortable during extreme heat, according to a statement from the city.
Austin commuters face delays due to President Biden's visit
AUSTIN, Texas — Commuters in Austin should prepare for traffic delays and potential street closures Monday, July 14th as President Joe Biden visits the city to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The Austin Police Department has announced that disruptions will occur between Austin-Bergstrom...
Celebrity Softball Notebook: East Texan Dez Bryant shines
ARLINGTON — Legendary Texas Rangers public address announcer Chuck Morgan said, “It’s softball time in Texas!”. That signaled it was time for the 2024 MLB All-Star Celebrity Softball Game at Globe Life Field. The event featured stars from sports, music, television, social media and more. One of...
Melania Trump says rally shooter a 'monster'
Former first lady Melania Trump said Sunday that a gunman who opened fire at a Donald Trump rally was a "monster," as she condemned the assassination attempt in which the Republican presidential candidate was injured. "A monster who recognized my husband as an inhuman political machine attempted to ring out...
Local prosecutor surprised that Trump rally shooter got so close
A prosecutor in the US county where Donald Trump was injured in an assassination attempt said Sunday it was "surprising" that a shooter was able to position himself on a nearby rooftop before opening fire. "That's the most surprising thing to me, when we have a former president here, that...
3-N-1 Trinity Services celebrates local entrepreneurs
Aushalay Johnson won the Entrepreneur Conference and Pitch Competition hosted by 3-N-1 Trinity Services at The Potpourri House on Saturday. "Our entrepreneurs have been in our cohort for eight long weeks," said Darice Anderson, Executive Director of 3-N-1 Trinity Services. "They learn things like target audience, target marketing, market research, how to build their credit, how to start a business, how to run a business. We take them through all of that, and then we also teach them how to pitch."
Shock in Milwaukee after Trump shooting
Thousands came to the US state of Wisconsin to see their hero Donald Trump be officially named as the Republican party's presidential nominee -- but were met with shock on Saturday evening. Sporting a red cap and T-shirt inscribed with "Trump", Philip Fredericks says he was shocked by the news...
Mexican national arrested in Texas for multiple charges, pending extradition
FREER, Texas — A Mexican national was arrested in Freer early Saturday morning after a 9-1-1 call reported a suspicious male knocking on a resident's door. Upon arrival at the 100 block of S. Sun Ave., Lt. Flores of the Freer Police Department observed Christian Ruvalcaba Salas, a Mexican national residing in Giddings, Texas, standing on the front porch wearing a black hoodie and blue jeans. Salas was not known to the homeowners, according to the Freer Police Department.
Members of Crip Gang Arrested in Lubbock Anti-Gang Operation
LUBBOCK, Texas — During the week of July 8 to July 12, 2024, the Lubbock Texas Anti-Gang Center (TAG) conducted an investigation into the Crip street gang, resulting in multiple arrests and significant seizures. The investigation led to two residential search warrants executed in the 5500 block of 43rd...
Armed and dangerous murder suspect captured after vehicle stop
LAREDO, Texas — A murder suspect from Irving, Texas, was apprehended following a vehicle stop and foot pursuit, according to the U.S. Border Patrol Laredo Sector. The Laredo Sector Border Patrol Tactical Unit (BORTAC) and the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) assisted the Medina County Sheriff's Office in conducting the vehicle stop. The situation escalated into a foot pursuit, leading to the capture of the armed and dangerous suspect. The suspect was tracked down and taken into custody, stated the department.
New Boston shooting leaves one dead, one critically injured; suspect arrested
NEW BOSTON, Texas — A shooting in New Boston left one man dead and another critically injured, leading to the arrest of a 19-year-old suspect. On July 6, 2024, at approximately 5:42 p.m., New Boston Police Department officers responded to a shooting call in the 300 block of N. Linsey St. Upon arrival, officers found two victims: 19-year-old Nicholas Webster of Jefferson, Texas, who was transported to the hospital and remains in critical condition, and 19-year-old Princeton Washington of Linden, Texas, who was pronounced dead at the scene.
Truck submerged while launching boat at Joe Pool Lake
GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas — A truck became fully submerged while launching a boat at Joe Pool Lake yesterday evening. The vehicle was successfully pulled out and recovered by the Public Safety Dive Team, according to a statement from the Grand Prairie Fire Department. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. "Having...
Mexican national arrested in Texas after resisting arrest and assaulting officer
FREER, Texas — A Mexican national was arrested in Freer early Saturday morning after resisting arrest and assaulting a police officer, according to the Freer Police Department. On July 13, 2024, at approximately 5:54 a.m., the Freer Police Department received a 9-1-1 call regarding a suspicious male knocking at...
Louisiana murder suspect arrested in Texas
HOUSTON, Texas — Deputies from Harris County Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman's Office apprehended Keith Joseph, a wanted murder suspect from Louisiana, on July 10, 2024. Joseph was located and arrested in the 18800 block of Leisure Place after deputies received information on his whereabouts. Authorities confirmed his felony warrants for homicide, attempted second-degree murder, felony damage to property, and violation of a protective order, according to a press release from Constable Mark Herman's Office.
Port Arthur police seek man with outstanding warrant for alleged child sexual assault
PORT ARTHUR, Texas — Dequincy Nathaniel Emerson is wanted for Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child, according to the Port Arthur Police Department. Authorities urge anyone with information on Emerson's whereabouts to contact the Port Arthur Police Department at 409-983-8600. Tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers of Southeast Texas at 409-833-TIPS (8477), online at 833TIPS.com, or through the P3 TIPS App. Callers will remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward.
Harris County deputy captures fleeing driver after high-speed chase. fiery crash
HOUSTON, Texas — A driver was apprehended after fleeing from a traffic stop and crashing during a high-speed chase, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office. Deputy Ruiz conducted a traffic stop on Friday, July 12, 2024, for a vehicle speeding. When he attempted to make contact with the driver, the driver fled the scene. A pursuit ensued, and the suspect crashed and bailed from the vehicle.
UPDATE: Missing Bexar County teen located safely, police say
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — UPDATE — Briana Guerra has been located safe, according to police. ORIGINAL — Authorities are searching for a missing 15-year-old girl who is believed to be in danger. Briana Guerra, 15, left her residence on July 13, 2024, without her parents' consent, according...
Second suspect arrested, charged in 2022 fatal shooting in Houston
HOUSTON, Texas — A second suspect has been arrested and charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a man in Houston in February 2022. Dylon Reanard Adams, 22, is charged with murder in the 208th State District Court, according to a press release from the Houston Police Department (HPD). Adams was arrested on July 12 by members of the HPD South Gessner Crime Suppression Team and McKinney Police Department officers. He is also charged with unlawful carrying of a weapon and has been booked into the Harris County Jail.
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