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As the Rio Grande runs dry, South Texas cities look to alternatives for water
EDINBURG, Texas (AP) — The Rio Grande is no longer a reliable source of water for South Texas. That’s the sobering conclusion Rio Grande Valley officials are facing as water levels at the international reservoirs that feed into the river remain dangerously low — and a hurricane that could have quenched the area’s thirst turned away from the region as it neared the Texas coast.
Rockets' Reed Sheppard is blowing everyone away at Summer League
It's not enough for an NBA player to perform well. Their performance will still be scrutinized. What was the competition level? Does this strong play really "count"?. Understandably, Summer League performances are similarly picked apart. No matter how sensational a player looks in that context, we'll still have questions. We need to see them perform at a higher level before we're willing to anoint them.
Houston man threatened father with pistol, barricaded self inside garage: HPD
HOUSTON - A Houston man is facing charges after threatening his father and barricading himself inside the garage of a townhome. According to Houston police, officers were called to a townhome at 12400 Brookglade Circle, after a man reportedly threatened his father with a pistol. When officers arrived, they got...
Toil and trouble? Vancouver Island witches are nothing like the fairy-tales
Vancouver Island, it seems, is chock full of witches. But, according to Lynn-Anne Hill, the producer of the recent Summer Witches Market in Metchosin, that may be a very good thing. “There are hundreds of covens on the Island. There are a lot here in Victoria and all over. There’s...
Nearly 2 dozen families claim owner of Houston surrogacy escrow company stole millions to fund lavish lifestyle
(CNN) — Arielle Mitton’s world turned upside down when she learned the $50,000 she borrowed to pay for surrogacy had disappeared from her escrow account.
FDA: Contamination in tattoo and permanent makeup ink
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Food and Drug Administration has released a warning about the ink being used for tattoos and permanent makeup. For years, the FDA has warned of the dangers of tattoo and permanent makeup ink being contaminated. New research has found dangerous bacteria and other organisms in inks the agency tested. The […]
Banned competitor raises safety concerns at Edinburg Motorsports Park
EDINBURG — A once active participant of events at Edinburg Motorsports Park is raising alarming concerns over driver and spectator safety at the popular drag strip. Luis Arévalo, whose family has often participated in races at the high octane track since the 1990s, said he’s concerned that officials who operate the track — and with the city of Edinburg — aren’t doing enough to address potentially deadly hazards at the track.
Urgent Search for Missing Crosby Girls as Community Mourns Tragic Drowning Deaths in San Jacinto River
The Harris County Sheriff's Office is urgently seeking assistance from the public to locate two young girls, Marley Adams, 12, and Emma Andrade, 13, who vanished in Crosby, Texas, on Friday. According to KHOU, the girls were last noted on Avenue D around 4 p.m. A description released details Marley as approximately 5-feet-4-inches tall, weighing around 115 pounds, with brown eyes, and brown hair; Emma stands about 5-feets-2-inches tall, weighs around 120 pounds, and is identified by brown eyes, and brown hair with blonde highlights. Both girls were seen last wearing blue jeans.
Cypress-area man sentenced to 40 years for killing friend
A Cypress-area man, who killed a high school friend in a late-night shooting, was sentenced to 40 years in prison on Friday. James Michael Sotelo, 21, received the sentence from a judge for the murder of Corey Thompson, a high school friend who was staying at the Sotelo family home on March 20, 2021. At the time of the shooting, Sotelo was an 18-year-old high school dropout and the victim was 17 years old.
Even as big names dominated GOP convention, time was given to a few Texas up-and-comers
The Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, which ended Thursday with former President Donald Trump accepting the nomination for a return to the White House, offered opportunities for a few rising GOP elected leaders from Texas to get some rare and coveted time on a national stage with a captive audience.
Is it illegal to drive with your dome light on in Texas?
The short answer is no. There is no law in the state of Texas that prohibits the use of interior lights while driving. In fact, according to section 547.305 in the Texas Statutes Transportation Code, there is nothing that says using your interior lights, or dome light, while driving is illegal.
Trampoline Goes Airborne During Wild Texas Storm
Thanks to the miracle of modern technology, we’re all able to witness Mother Nature’s wrath from a safe distance. In some cases, the clips serve as reminders of the less obvious dangers of severe weather. This is one of those cases. If you’re looking to add a trampoline...
Wow, Here’s 5 of the Biggest Drug Busts in Texas History
Texas has seen its share of drug busts, and some of them are so huge, they almost sound like something straight out of a Hollywood movie. Operations like these not only show the sheer scale of drug trafficking but also highlight the tireless efforts of law enforcement to keep dangerous substances off the streets.
Culinary instructor talks local benefits of Texas Michelin Guide
Texas is close to having its first Michelin-star restaurant, with several cities, including Austin, becoming featured destinations. The announcement could benefit not only restaurant-goers but also local culinary students.
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