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COFFEE RECALL UPDATE: Millions Of Coffee Cans Causing Botulism
Attention Texas coffee enthusiasts: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a Class II recall of all canned coffee products made by Snapchill LLC that are still within their expiration dates. This recall was initiated due to concerns that Snapchill's manufacturing process could potentially allow for the growth of botulism, a serious and potentially deadly toxin.
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.
North Texas Commission Announces New Committee Focused On Gaming Expansion
The North Texas Commission is forming a committee of business and community leaders to study issues related to destination resorts and casino gambling, as the push for legalization remains on the agenda for the 2025 legislative session. North Texas Commission is forming a new exploratory committee that will consider the...
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. ...
An inmate’s body temp was 107.5 when he died. The state of Texas says heat did not kill him.
Have something you want us to investigate? Reach us at tips@kut.org. It was just before 11:00 p.m. when John Castillo’s cellmate alerted the guards. Castillo was passed out. His breathing was shallow. Prison staff rushed him to the medical unit, where they tried CPR and dosed him with epinephrine.
Austin-Round Rock area unemployment rate increases slightly, symposium set to boost local workforce skills
The Texas Workforce Commission reported earlier this month the unemployment rate in the Austin-Round Rock Metropolitan Statistical Area rose from May 2024 to June 2024. The unemployment rate rose to 3.8%, or 56,143 unemployed residents. Despite this uptick, Austin’s unemployment rate remains below the state and national averages of 4.5% and 4.3%, respectively.
Round Rock ISD to hold back-to-school bash Aug. 3
Round Rock ISD will hold a back-to-school celebration Aug. 3, providing school supplies and an opportunity to update vaccinations ahead of the new school year, which starts Aug. 13. (Brooke Sjoberg/Community Impact) Round Rock ISD will hold a back-to-school celebration Aug. 3, providing school supplies and an opportunity to update...
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).
What to expect from Hayden Conner in his senior season
When the Texas Longhorns begin the 2024 campaign, Hayden Conner is among the four returning starters on the offensive line. The Katy, Texas, native will enter his senior season and look to help the Longhorns flourish in the SEC. Over the last few years, Conner has been a model of...
Mexican American Adults Who Frequently Speak Both English and Spanish Have Slower Cognitive Decline, New UT Austin and UTMB Study Finds
New research suggests that Mexican American older adults who use English and Spanish with similar frequency demonstrate slower cognitive decline than those who use primarily one language. The findings by researchers at The University of Texas at Austin and The University of Texas Medical Branch, which were published this month in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, could impact treatment of dementia in older adults.
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