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Texas Commission Investigating Earthquakes That Shook Wichita Falls
Last week one of the largest recorded earthquakes took place in Texas and it looks like folks want answers. July 26, 2024 The Fifth Largest Recorded Earthquake in Texas History. Last week an earthquake originated in the town of Hermleigh, Texas. The earthquake has officially been named a 5.1 magnitude...
New research highlights 'devastating' dangers looming over major US cities: 'It's a wake-up call'
More than two million homes and businesses lost power after Hurricane Beryl blasted onshore along Texas' southeast coast in early July. According to a new analysis, the risk of hurricanes' causing power outages could jump by 50% or more by the end of the century. What's happening?. For a Category...
Texas Storm Chasers Capture Glorious Tornado On Camera
Texas is no stranger to tornados and usually they are terrifying, but storm chasers in Silverton, TX managed to catch an absolute beauty of a Texas Twister on camera. On average, Texas has over 100 tornados a year, the most of any other state in the country by far. The tornado captured in this video was even more spectacular than the rest, check it out!
Texas Water Board details how it will spend $1 billion for water infrastructure projects
"Texas Water Board details how it will spend $1 billion for water infrastructure projects" was first 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.
North Texas veteran moves into custom-built home made for a hero
HEATH – There are about 5.3 million veterans who live with a disability in the U.S., and one in eight of those is considered 100% disabled. This creates obvious challenges for these veterans and their families when trying to live in a world that isn't built for their challenges. On July 29, Staff Sgt. James Carey and his family moved into their brand-new home that was custom-built to accommodate him. The Tunnel to Towers Foundation is giving the home to the Carey family mortgage-free. "This is a huge game changer for me," he said. "The world isn't really made for people with disabilities,"...
Texas Man Instantly Becomes a Millionaire During Morning Giveaway
North Texas Man Becomes Millionaire Overnight in Casino Draw. A Texas man became a millionaire in a matter of seconds after a casino called his name for a giveaway. Carl Stone from Trenton, Texas was enjoying his day at Choctaw Casino & Resort, in Durant, Oklahoma when his life would forever change. Sunday morning his name was called as the second winner in the casino’s "3 Months 3 Millionaires" giveaway.
Morning Briefing: President Biden visiting Austin; Vice President Harris to attend Sheila Jackson Lee’s funeral; 'El Mayo' allegedly abducted and taken to U.S.
Good morning, Texas. Here's what you need to know today. This week we trade in the umbrella for the sunglasses as we dry out and see sunshine back in the forecast. With a lot of soil moisture still in place, heat indices will stay just above 100 and highs will warm to the mid and upper 90s.
In one week, major DOJ actions in Texas against Chinese national, top Sinaloa cartel leaders
(The Center Square) – The Department of Justice took two major actions in the fight against fentanyl manufacturing and distribution, including indicting a Chinese national and arresting two top Sinaloa Cartel members, all in Texas. On July 22, the DOJ announced Chinese national Minsu Fang, 48, was indicted for his role in a conspiracy to import what is believed to be the largest amount of fentanyl precursors seized in the Southern District of Texas and among the largest in the country. ...
Rep. Colin Allred and Democrats team up, announces "Texas Offense" initiative to beat Sen. Ted Cruz
Sunday marked 100 days until the November election. Texas Democrats seized the date to announce a new initiative to defeat US Senator Ted Cruz.The initiative, known as the "Texas Offense," is a push to support former NFL linebacker and attorney Democratic US Congressman Colin Allred, who is working to unseat Cruz."On Nov. 5, I'm going to defeat Ted Cruz," Allred promised the White Oak Music Hall crowd on Sunday.SEE HERE: This Week in Texas: 1 on 1 with Ted Cruz and Colin Allred and insights on Texas Congress race"In 100 days, we can say adios to Cruz and send...
Texas: The Issue Is - State Rep. Gina Hinojosa on big changes to 2024 presidential race
AUSTIN, Texas - The issue for Texas Democrats is what to do with their votes designated for President Joe Biden. With the president now bowing out before the Democratic National Convention next month, delegates from the Lone Star State decided to hop onto the Kamala Harris bandwagon. One of those delegates is State Rep. Gina Hinojosa (D-Austin).
State of Texas: Harris sends a message in Houston, amid criticism from state leaders
HOUSTON (Nexstar) – In the first few days as her party’s presumptive nominee for president, Vice President Kamala Harris made a stop in Texas, a state that hasn’t sent a Democrat to the White House since 1976. In Houston Thursday, Harris delivered the keynote address at the...
Amarillo’s Mugshots: 53 People Charged With Murder Remain in Randall & Potter County Detention Centers
In Randall and Potter Counties, there are currently 53 people who are charged with murder of some degree and are still in custody. They range from stabbings to shootings that shook the entire Texas panhandle in the news. There are a few things that stand out when you look through...
Lubbock business gives back to LHUCA in support of First Friday Art Trail
The Co-Op Public House said in a social media post that it would commit $3 from every taco plate sold to Louise Hopkins Underwood Art Center (LHUCA). This initiative follows the Lubbock City Council's decision to cut $30,000 in funding from the First Friday Art Trial.
Why 2024 is milepost season for Texas Tech football under Joey McGuire
Joey McGuire began to change the fortunes of the Texas Tech football team in his first two years as head coach, leading the Red Raiders to 8-5 and 7-6 records the past two seasons and ending each with a bowl victory. The Red Raiders finished with a winning record in the Big 12...
Man indicted in connection with 2020 double murder in Lubbock
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A San Angelo man accused of killing two people in 2020 during a drug deal has been indicted. A Lubbock grand jury indicted 29-year-old Edward Wilson on Tuesday. He is charged with the following:. Murder. Capital murder of multiple persons. On July 1, 2020, police responded...
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