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Chinese national indicted in largest fentanyl precursor seizure in Southern Texas
HOUSTON, Texas — A 48-year-old Chinese national has been indicted for his role in a conspiracy involving the importation of what is believed to be the largest amount of fentanyl precursors found in the Southern District of Texas and one of the largest in the country, announced U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani.
Thrice as nice: Texas Two Step jackpot claimed by multiple winners
TEXAS, USA — Several lucky Texans will take home some serious cash following a recent Texas Two Step drawing. According to the Texas Lottery, three winners across the Lone Star State won the $1.2 million drawing on Thursday, July 18. The unclaimed prize winners picked 12-14-16-22 and 13 as...
Texans will help conduct test runs for the next census in 2030
TEXAS, USA — A focus on counting "historically undercounted populations" will bring the U.S. Census Bureau to Texas in 2026. Officials say six places will host practice runs for the 2030 U.S. census. Residents in West Texas, along with portions of Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, North Carolina and South Carolina,...
Summer feeding programs help reduce child hunger, keep Central Texas students healthy ahead of next academic year
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - For many children the cafeteria is a place to relax and refuel as they prepare to learn in class during the school year, and now that summer is here, Central Texas school districts have set up feeding locations to make sure their students stay healthy ahead of the new school year.
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.
Killer Virus Now Spreading All Over Texas
As Texas is dealing with the scorching summer temperatures, but the extreme ultraviolet radiation is just the tip of the threat the outdoors brings in the Lone Star State during this time of year. We have grown accustomed to dealing with the presence of West Nile Virus over the past twenty years, but now a new viral threat is surging across Texas, and once again we have the world's most deadly animal to blame.
Icon Announces Plans to 3D-Print High-End Luxurious Homes In Texas, USA
Acclaimed 3D-printed architecture firm Icon has developed its cutting-edge technology to a whole new level with its latest creation – a high-profile luxury housing development in Texas. They’ve transformed their technology into a mainstream construction method, from a niche proposition. At the start Icon only focused on low-budget dwellings, but now it is making a move to bigger and luxurious 3D-printed homes.
Acadiana Cafe’ to close restaurant on San Antonio’s West Side in August
SAN ANTONIO (KTSA News) — A restaurant that’s been serving up Cajun and Southern style favorites for 38 years will be closing its doors soon. The owner of the Acadiana Cafe’ says their property at 1289 Southwest Loop 410 has been sold. A press release sent out...
A Hurricane Exposes Houston’s Infrastructure Weaknesses — Again
Beryl, the first major hurricane of the year, has finally dissipated, but it’s still casting a long shadow in Texas. As of last Tuesday afternoon, more than a week after the storm made landfall in the state, more than 100,000 electricity customers still didn’t have power — the vast majority of them in the Houston metropolitan area. Now intense heat and humidity have blanketed the region, leaving many vulnerable residents without the cooling they need to endure the hot, muggy weather with the heat index topping 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
San Antonio police at Northwest Side apartment complex where man was firing random shots into neighboring apartments
SAN ANTONIO (KTSA News) — An apartment complex on the Northwest Side has been evacuated after someone in one of the units started shooting a gun. San Antonio police say they were called to the 5300 block of Northwest Loop 410 where a man in his 60’s was firing shots that were going into other apartments in the complex.
Family of San Antonio woman killed in 2019 still searches for answers in her murder
SAN ANTONIO — A murder case is in the spotlight again as investigators are hoping it will bring leads. Meagan Gonzales' body was found burned in 2019. Crime Stoppers is putting out her case again to generate more leads. Her father Eddie Gonzales said he isn't giving up on...
Southland Conference Preseason Poll and All-Conference Teams Released
SAN ANTONIO, Texas (KPLC) - Southland Conference Media Day, also known as the ‘Opening Drive’ was held on Monday in San Antonio, and with it the preseason poll and all-conference teams were announced. The Cowboys came in at sixth in the preseason poll, and had three players named to all-conference teams.
Residents concerned as SAWS says it will cut off water at their apartments if management doesn't pay overdue bills
SAN ANTONIO — Taps will run dry by 9:30 a.m. Wednesday if the managers of a northwest-side apartment complex don't pay a long-overdue water bill. A SAWS spokesman said the Executive Apartments on De Chantle off Fredericksburg Road owes more than $35,000. The complex has had plenty of time...
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