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Texas lawmaker floats starting school year later to reduce ‘wasteful stress’ on power grid
A Texas lawmaker said he may introduce legislation next year aimed at pushing back the start of the school year as a way to reduce "awfully wasteful stress on our power grid," according to a social media post this weekend.
Radiology group paying $8.8M over False Claims Act violations
National Interventional Radiology Partners, based out of Houston, and its founder and CEO have agreed to pay $8.8 million to resolve Federal False Claims Act (FCA) and Anti-Kickback Statute violation allegations, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office of the Southern District of Texas. The settlement claims NIRP and Dr. Andrew...
Teen's art project goes viral after being turned away from State Fair of Texas competition
DALLAS — The State Fair of Texas is just weeks away and one of the most beloved traditions of the fair is the Arts and Crafts contest. Judging is already underway to select the winners of the 2024 competition; however, one teen competitor got some disappointing news before the competition even started. Sixteen-year-old Kaylee Rodgers made a dress completely out of poker cards, with plans to enter it in this year's arts and crafts competition at the fair. However, days before the competition started, the judges told her the dress was too big for the category she was competing in, and...
St. Helena Church to hold food pantry distribution on Wednesday
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The St. Helena Church is hosting a food pantry giveaway on Wednesday, Aug. 28 for those in need of food. Those who attend will be able to drive up to the facility and receive what they need. Organizers will hand out food until supplies are gone, which is usually between 2-2:30 p.m.
Man captured in Houston days after being added to Texas’ Most Wanted List
A Harris County fugitive who was recently added to Texas’ 10 Most Wanted Criminal Immigrants List has been captured, the Texas Department of Public Safety announced. Jose Miguel Zelaya-Ponce, a 20-year-old from Honduras, had been wanted by authorities since July of 2024 for aggravated sexual assault of a child under the age of 14.
Amarillo Residents Beware; Recent Rise in Scammer Activity
All summer long, we've watched as scammers have stepped up their game. They've been targeting Amarillo and Texas panhandle residents via email, text messages, phone calls, and even old-school snail mail. In a recent alert issued by Randall County Sheriff's Office, they say they're a large increase in the number of calls they're getting regarding scams.
Cowboys DC Mike Zimmer wasted no time kicking Dan Quinn draft pick to the curb
The Dallas Cowboys would wait until roster cuts to get CeeDee Lamb's extension done. As if that wasn't already a big distraction, it was reported late Monday that Dallas is meeting with veteran running back Dalvin Cook. That is a very underwhelming follow-up to Lamb's deal, but let's not allow...
Cola Blanca Awards Pachanga honors best hunters of the 2023-2024 season
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Laredo hunters gathered over the weekend to celebrate the best trophies of each category from the 2023-2024 Season Deer Contest. The Laredo Chamber of Commerce held the annual ‘Cola Blanca Awards Pachanga’ on Saturday evening, recognizing the winners of each category in the popular deer contest.
Laredo mom recognized for addiction awareness efforts after losing son
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A Laredo mother is on a mission to raise awareness about addiction to prevent overdoses. This month, KGNS+ honors Marina Moreno-Medina from Myke’s Purpose. The organization started eight years ago after Moreno-Medina lost her son, Miguel “Myke” Lozoya, to an overdose. At first,...
18-wheeler crash causes police to direct traffic, police say
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - An 18-wheeler and a white sedan crashed in the northbound lanes of Pellegrino and Logistic on Monday, August 26. The report was sent out around half past 4:00 p.m. and Laredo Police were seen directing traffic at the site of the crash. There is currently no...
Teen injured after allegedly shot by 16-year-old
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A teenager is recovering from a gunshot wound to the stomach after he was allegedly shot by a 16-year-old. On Saturday, August 24, at around 3 p.m. Laredo Police received a call from a South Laredo emergency room about a 16-year-old who had injuries from a gunshot wound.
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