Porter
LATEST NEWS
TX Man Bites Off Piece of Girlfriends Nose After Learning Where She Works
A San Antonio man was arrested after he bit off a piece of his girlfriend’s nose during an argument, San Antonio police say. An affidavit reveals that in July of 2023, David Morin Jr., 34, broke into his girlfriend’s apartment after she ignored his calls. WHY THE ARGUMENT...
Texas Standard for July 16, 2024: Department of Energy turned down CenterPoint’s upgrade plans for Houston, report says
CenterPoint Energy is facing growing scrutiny for what the governor says was a failure to prepare for Hurricane Beryl. But a new report says that a year ago, the Department of Energy turned down a CenterPoint plan that could have prevented widespread outages. Here are the stories on Texas Standard...
Heat advisory continues before rare July cold front arrives to North Texas
NORTH TEXAS – Tuesday is forecast to be the hottest day of the week, and if Dallas-Fort Worth reaches 102 degrees, it will be the hottest day of the year. A heat advisory is in effect for most of North Texas until 8 p.m.People in the area are advised to continue taking heat precautions because the "feels like" temperatures could reach above 105 degrees. Drink plenty of fluids, wear sunscreen, limit time spent outside, take breaks in the shade if possible and wear loose-fitting and lightweight clothing. The area of high pressure still controls the pattern on Tuesday and Wednesday and keeps temperatures...
‘The boats are just sitting there’: Area shrimpers struggling amidst imports
For many Southeast Texans, shrimping isn’t merely an occupation. Instead, scouring the seas is a way of life often handed down from one generation to the next. Now, local shrimpers are walking away from the family business entirely. While the shrimp industry used to be a booming revenue source, the plight of the average worker […] The post ‘The boats are just sitting there’: Area shrimpers struggling amidst imports appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Mike Miles Moved Texas School Funds to Colorado Through a Possible Shell Corporation Without a Paper Trail
An Observer investigation has found irregularities in how the Houston ISD superintendent's Colorado charter school nonprofit did business in Texas. Houston Independent School District (HISD) Superintendent Mike Miles claims to be a financial wizard. But controversy has followed the former military man-turned-school administrator to nearly every Texas school district he’s served. In 2012, he was hired by the Dallas Independent School District (DISD), only to be ousted by a majority of the school board three years later after an investigation showed Miles violated district policies.
Deputy rescues driver from submerged vehicle in Humble
HUMBLE, Texas — A Harris County Sheriff's Office deputy rescued a driver from a submerged vehicle following a crash in Humble. Deputy D. Hess responded to a vehicle crash at Canyon Lakes Trace at Wilson Road and found a vehicle submerged in water. Hess entered the water, cut the seatbelt of the driver, and pulled him to safety. The driver appeared lifeless, prompting Hess to administer CPR. The driver was transported with CPR in progress by EMS, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office.
USPS Announcement: Massive Mailing Changes Impacting Texas Residents Now In Effect!
The United States Postal Service (USPS) is extremely vital to many people in Texas for a variety of purposes, from sending and receiving letters and packages to getting mail including bills and other crucial papers. But USPS has announced organizational changes that will soon impact mail services for citizens of Texas.
Another Heat Advisory Tuesday, but temperature changes arrive late Wednesday
Tuesday marks another day of Heat Advisories across North Texas, with afternoon highs topping out slightly above 100 degrees. The feels-like temperature or heat index will reach around 106. The wind will gust to 25 mph.
Tuesday Morning Forecast: Hot through Wednesday, cooler with rain late week
TODAY: Mostly sunny with highs in the mid-90s, with the heat index topping out around 107. Wind: S 10-15 mph. TONIGHT: Mostly clear with lows in the mid-to-upper-70s. Wind: S 10 mph. TOMORROW: Mostly sunny, with clouds increasing late and a 20% chance of a storm north of I-20. Highs in the mid-to-upper-90s with the […]
When is 2024 tax free weekend in Texas? What you need to know to save on school supplies
Parents will soon get their children back on a morning routine as the time for kids to return to school approaches. And with tax-free weekend approaching, parents can save a little on school supplies and clothes. Here is what you need to know about tax-free weekend in Texas. When is...
Look: Map of Texas Shows Nearly 1800 High School Logos
Get pumped for football season with this map showing nearly 1800 Texas High School logos. I guess you could use it to get pumped for any sport, but come on, this is Texas. Football is a religion in this state. I will caution you, though. Trying to make out all...
Will More Hurricanes Hit Texas This Year?
An active Hurricane season may get even more active and Texas isn't out of the woods when it comes to storms this season. If predictions are correct, this year's Hurricane season is about to get even more active and that means Texas and the Gulf Coast could see more storms.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.