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Texas activist frustrates election officials with lawsuit about threat to ballot secrecy
Votebeat is a nonprofit news organization reporting on voting access and election administration across the U.S. Sign up for Votebeat Texas’ free newsletter here.Laura Pressley claims to hold the key to what should be a closely guarded secret: how every voter in Williamson County, Texas, has voted.Her story about how she got hold of this information goes something like this: She had gathered clues through scores of public-records requests she had made over the years to the Williamson County elections department, looking for a breakthrough in her quest to find flaws with the electronic voting machines that Texans use to...
Top Senate Democrat ‘optimistic’ party can oust Ted Cruz
Democrats are facing an uphill battle to retain the upper chamber of Congress, but the chief of the party’s Senate campaign arm says the red bastions of Texas and Florida are theirs for the taking. Sen. Gary Peters (D-MI) said it’s “very possible” his party can capture 52 seats in the Senate. That would require […]
In the Texas Panhandle, nurses make home visits to new moms in need
Brianna Tilson shuffled through the duffel bag in her trunk, taking a mental inventory of what she needed for her next appointment. She paused, then the nurse tossed in a big pack of diapers before slinging the heavy bag over her shoulder and going up the stairs to Sedraya Kemp’s apartment. Kemp, 21, was frustrated. Her 21-month-old old son was finally napping after a rough night with an ear infection. Without a car, Kemp had to wait...
Mysterious Prehistoric Predator Resurfaces Near Texas Beach, Raging Debate Ensues
Beachgoers in Texas were certainly less than thrilled to see this unexpected sighting of a feared prehistoric apex predator bobbing up and down among the waves. An alligator (or crocodile?) was spotted in the water, just yards from the shore of Galveston beach. And of course, in true 2024 fashion, everyone's first response is to take to social media.
‘This is what women really want,’ woman says after boyfriend brings her bouquet of kittens – with 6 cats among flowers
A CAT lover has revealed the adorable moment she was gifted with a bunch of kittens, arranged in a bouquet of flowers. Pearl Frazier, 27, was left speechless when her other half, Justin Downing, 39, turned up at her home in Texas. Not only did he bring a thoughtful gift of flowers, but Justin managed […]
Texts between Texas adoption attorney, inmates show pressure to sell unborn babies
TARRANT COUNTY — Disturbing new revelations about an adoption attorney accused of trying to purchase unborn children from pregnant women in jail. Documents show how much was paid to female inmates in the Tarrant County Jail and messages revealing the pressure they appeared to be getting from the attorney to give up their babies. At least two female inmates in the Tarrant County Jail were allegedly given hundreds of dollars and promised more to sell their unborn babies to a Texas adoption agency illegally. Jody Hall is out on bond after being arrested and charged with the crime of trying to buy or...
New York Supreme Court hands Texas a win in lawsuit over busing scheme
(The Center Square)—The New York State Supreme Court on Tuesday handed Texas a win in another border-related lawsuit. The ruling came after the Fifth Circuit handed Texas a win in a marine barrier case, a federal district court handed Texas yet another favorable ruling in a border wall case, and now in New York over its busing strategy. In this case, the high court ruled against New York City Mayor Eric Adams' administration in a lawsuit it filed against 17 Texas busing companies. The city...
Biden administration gives up on Texas border suit, ordered to finish wall
(The Center Square) – Texas has won another lawsuit against the Biden administration, this time one that requires it to finish building the border wall. The ruling was issued May 29, with a 60-day window for appeal. Because the Biden administration didn’t appeal by July 29, the court’s order remains in full effect. The ruling covers two consolidated lawsuits, one filed by the Texas General Land Office under its former...
El Pasoans Fighting Hunger Spark! Training Program graduation
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- El Pasoans Fighting Hunger (EPFH) launched a new training program called Spark. The 8 week long program offers five certifications: ServSafe, OSHA, Forklift, CLA (Certified Logistics Associate), and CLT (Certified Logistics Technician). "We want to be part of the solution to hunger, not only today...
ABC-7 at 4: TxDot El Paso reminds the community to “Look Before You Lock”
El Paso, TX (KVIA-TV)-The heat and the humidity have been brutal this summer. TxDOT El Paso wants to remind Borderland residents to look before they lock to prevent heatstroke-related deaths. Jennifer Wright talks about the risks of not protecting your children and pets from the dangerous heat. Here's a look at the closures: (courtesy of TX Dot The post ABC-7 at 4: TxDot El Paso reminds the community to “Look Before You Lock” appeared first on KVIA.
El Paso settles lawsuit over illegal sale of servicemembers' vehicles
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — The City of El Paso announced it has resolved a lawsuit accusing it of illegally selling vehicles owned by servicemembers. According to the City, the lawsuit was filed in 2023 by the federal government against El Paso and United Road Towing Inc. (URT) and Rod Robertson Enterprises Inc. (RRE) which were contracted by the city.
‘Most Wanted’ fugitives for week of Aug. 2, 2024
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – Crime Stoppers of El Paso, Inc. distributes pictures of fugitives wanted by the El Paso Police Department and the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office weekly through the Most Wanted feature. The following fugitives are individuals, which attempts to locate have been unsuccessful. El Paso Police Department Ruben Gomez: Age 51; […]
El Paso home values rising at slower rate than previous years, still at historic highs
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- As the city of El Paso and other taxing entities are in the process of setting the property tax rates for the next fiscal year, property values for homes in the city have continued to rise year-over-year, though at a slower pace than previous years.
ABC-7 First Alert: Hot again Saturday with temps 100-105
El Paso hit 105 shortly after 1 pm Friday. This is the 37th triple on the year so far. I expect another hot one for Saturday as temps climb to the 100-105 range. Those outdoor activities will take a toll on your body during the afternoon and early evening so drink that water and don't overdue it outdoors.
Star on Mountain will flash 23 times remembering Aug. 3 victims
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The El Paso Chamber will flash the Star on the Mountain 23 times on Saturday, Aug. 3 as a remembrance of the 23 people who died after the Walmart shooting on Aug. 3, 2019. The El Paso Chamber says the star will begin flashing at 8:30 p.m. and the star […]
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris release statement reflecting on the August 3rd mass shooting
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris have released statements remembering the victims who were killed and injured in the Walmart mass shooting on August 3rd, 2019. The President and Vice President also commended the community for coming together in times of urgency and crisis. The letters also calls The post President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris release statement reflecting on the August 3rd mass shooting appeared first on KVIA.
‘The Office’ actress Kate Flannery latest celebrity spotted at El Paso’s L & J Cafe
The best spot in El Paso to catch a celebrity could arguably be the iconic L & J Café, with “The Office” actress Kate Flannery the latest famous face to stop by the restaurant. Flannery — like many celebs before her — posed with staff in photos posted on L & J Café’s Facebook on Thursday, Aug. 1. ...
Organizers promise ‘First Friday will not go away’
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - This Friday marks the first First Friday Art Trail since the controversial vote by the Lubbock City Council to deny the Louise Hopkins Underwood Center For The Arts a $30,000 grant. LHUCA”S Executive Director Lindsey Maestri said in spite of the vote, there’s now an even...