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Texas high school football scores for Week 1: UIL results across the state
Texas high school football is back. Find the scores for Week 1 Texas high school football games across the state right here. While the finals come in, the American-Statesman has live updates for Friday night UIL football games. Top matchups tonight include Lake Travis vs. Arlington Martin, Thrall vs. Thorndale, Vandegrift vs. Dripping...
Texas’ 11th Largest City Now 8th Most Dangerous in U.S.
Not many people would ever associate The Hub City with Detroit MI, but according to one website they are number eight and seven, respectively, when it comes to the most dangerous cities in the U.S. Houston, TX is one of the largest cities in the country. San Antonio, TX and...
Ector County Felony Dispositions & Indictments: August 30, 2024
Aug. 30—The following is a list of recent first and second-degree felony dispositions from the Ector County District Clerk's Office. Justin Bell. Sexual assault of a child, two counts. Guilty plea. Ten years Texas Department of Corrections. Felicity Cross. Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Two counts. Deadly conduct, discharging firearm. Guilty plea. Seven years deferred adjudication. ...
Hobbs Eagles fly past Artesia in high scoring contest
A recovered onside kick in the fourth quarter and four interceptions by Artesia quarterback Izac Cazares helped the Hobbs Eagles to a 44-40 win over the Bulldogs Friday night at Watson Memorial Stadium in Hobbs. The game was fast paced from the opening kick off as both teams traded touchdowns...
Texas Woman Adds Pond to Ranch for Wildlife Relief
In the scorching Texas heat, with temperatures soaring to a sweltering 113 degrees, one woman found a way to make her ranch the coolest place in town—literally. But it wasn’t for her or her family; it was for the local wildlife. Impromptu Oasis. When the heat wave hit,...
The Oldest Elementary School In Texas Also Has A Cemetery on Campus
It's back to school season and while some Texas students will be attending classrooms built in brand new schools, other students will be learning in buildings that are older. Texas has some very old, historic schools. Some of the oldest schools in Texas date back to the 1870's and they have character and history. Of course, all elementary schools have classrooms, playgrounds, and a cafeteria. But one Texas elementary school has something much different in addition to those rooms.
Watch: People Seek Shelter From Tornado in Texas Target
When fleeing from a tornado, you have to do whatever it takes to get to shelter. Ideally, it would be an actual tornado shelter, but a big box store is better than nothing. No, they’re not immune from being destroyed by a twister, but it’s 1,000 times better than trying to ride out or run from a storm in your vehicle. Many have lost their lives doing that.
Salvation Army Will Say ‘No’ to These Donations in Texas
As you do some cleaning and organizing around your house in Texas, you'll run across some stuff that is not needed anymore or just need to get rid of to free up space. While you'll probably have a garage sale, others will feel the need to donate those items to a charity. There are a plethora of places in East Texas to donate used items and all of them are perfect options to do so. One of those organizations is the Salvation Army. While they accept a long list of items, there are some items they will not take.
Human Remains Found Confirmed to be Missing Texas Woman
Recently discovered human remains put an end to a tragic weeks-long search for a Texas woman who went missing while on vacation with her husband. The Grand County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that the human remains discovered on July 22 belong to Miranda Ankofski, who went missing with her husband during their annual Moab trip in June.
Urgent: 13 Young Girls Missing In Texas This August
Another month has come and (almost) gone in Texas. As August ends, the unfortunate truth is that numerous kids, the majority of young girls, have gone missing in the state. The issue of children going missing is not only confined to Texas, this is something seen nationally. But no matter where kids are going missing, it is tragic. It's impossible to understand what these children and their loved ones are thinking and feeling at this moment. But I can predict feelings of loss, fear, and panic.
Labor Day weekend brings disruptive afternoon storms
NORTH TEXAS — Weather alerts are in place through Labor Day due to disruptive afternoon and evening showers and storms.While no day is expected to be a complete washout, staying weather-aware is necessary if you have outdoor plans. If a storm approaches, you might need to take shelter indoors until it passes.View live radar here.Severe weather is not expected, but isolated strong storms are possible.Despite the chance of rain, there will be plenty of sunshine for a chance to hang out at the pool or local lakes. Temperatures are expected to peak near 90°F Saturday afternoon, but high humidity levels will...
Six Texas Cities Ranked Worst In Nation For Deadly Drunk Driving Crashes
Driving and drinking is never the right choice in Texas. Drunk driving has been a problem in the state. Not only does it endanger the driver, it also endangers the people around them while out on the road. When you've been drinking, it's for the best to have a designated driver, or have a ride available to you.
Police Are Seeking Texas Most Wanted Murderer Ernest Christopher Nathan
Police in the state of Texas are seeking Ernest Christopher Nathan for the crime of murder. Here's what is known about Nathan, as well as his crimes not just in Texas, but in another state as well. Ernest Christopher Nathan And The Crimes He Committed. According to the Texas Department...
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