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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...
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.
Texans who purchased generators due to Hurricane Beryl may be eligible for FEMA assistance
NACOGDOCHES, Texas (KETK) — Texans who purchased or rented generators between July 5 and July 20, due to Hurricane Beryl wiping out power to many counties, may be eligible for assistance under FEMA’s Individual Assistance Program. East Texans living in Nacogdoches and Polk counties who purchased or rented generators to power medically required equipment will […]
City Manager Peter Zanoni comments on salary ahead of 2025 budget proposal
The city of Corpus Christi gave a preview for the 2025 fiscal year proposed city budget on Monday. It includes a 2.6% decrease from the current general fund budget, but what about your utility rates?
CCFD extinguishes two small fires in Sunrise Mall, appears to be intentional
Two small fires broke out on the first and second floors of Sunrise Mall on Monday, July 29. CCFD crews were able to quickly get there and put the fires out, which appeared to be intentionally set.
Former Progreso City Council candidate pleads not guilty to federal drug trafficking charges
McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A former Progreso City Council candidate pleaded not guilty to federal drug trafficking charges Monday. Dagoberto “Dago” Treviño, 45, of Progreso appeared in federal court Monday afternoon wearing jeans and a fishing shirt. With one hand cuffed to a chain around his waist, Treviño said he understood the charges and pleaded […]
Texas couple sues City of Fayetteville over short-term rental rules
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — A couple from Texas is suing the City of Fayetteville over its rules regarding short-term rentals. The complaint says that the Hauses bought a property in Fayetteville in 2023 to have a place to stay during their trips to visit their daughter, a student at the University of Arkansas who requires regular care due to health concerns.
City of Alice gives update on Stage 2 drought restrictions
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The City of Alice remains in Stage 2 drought restrictions and as city leaders told 3news Saturday, they are going to be there for a while. The city entered Stage 2 drought restrictions back in March of this year. The Director of Utilities said that...
BEWARE: The Most DANGEROUS Woman In Texas Still On The Run And ARMED
The most dangerous person in Texas is not someone you would think it would be. When you think of some being DANGEROUS you think maybe some big guy with a mean demeanor. But no, the most dangerous person in Texas is a vibrant, lucky woman named Margaret Smith. WHAT MAKES...
Two Powerball tickets sold in Texas for Monday's drawing worth $1 million apiece
AUSTIN, Texas — While there wasn’t a jackpot winner in Monday night’s Powerball drawing, two tickets sold in Texas fetched a cool million dollars apiece. The numbers for Monday night’s drawing were 11, 27, 30, 33, 44 and a Powerball of 16. The two million-dollar tickets...
Mix With Kids Children’s Miracle Network Radiothon Is August 8th and 9th
When it comes to providing premier healthcare to our East Texas children it is up to all of us to support and help bring an extremely high level of care to the area not just for our children but for our friends, relatives, and neighbors' children too. Mix 93-1 and...
CenterPoint intends to ask Texas PUC for rate increase to recoup losses from Hurricane Beryl response
AUSTIN, Texas – As CenterPoint Energy remains in the hot seat, facing scrutiny for its response to Hurricane Beryl, the CEO has promised the energy giant will do better, but Texas lawmakers are wondering how much of that weight taxpayers will have to carry going forward. RECAP: ‘I take...
TCU football 2024 fall camp: Practice 1 live updates
TCU football opens fall camp on Tuesday morning as they begin preparing for the 2024 season. The Frogs return four starters on offense and six starters on defense. The 2023 season was a disappointment for the Frogs as they went 5-7 a year after playing in the CFB National Championship.