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Popular Gourmet Ice Cream Sold In Texas Recalled For Potentially Deadly Reason
A popular gourmet ice cream sold in Texas has recalled a batch of one the their flavors for a serious and potentially deadly reason: an undeclared ingredient. And while that may not sound like a huge deal, anyone who has had a peanut allergy can assure you that it is a severe, potentially life-threatening ingredient for them.
Texas’ Wildest Police Chases….No More: Change in Pursuit Policy Sweeps Lone Star State
Whatcha gonna do? Whatcha gonna do when the police come for you?. When it comes to a police chase, will Texas law enforcement give pursuit or call it off? It depends. In Texas, rules are set in place regarding vehicular pursuit from law enforcement. These are also known as no chase laws and, according to an International Association of Chiefs of Police Texas policy from 2015, is packed with information that the public may not even know about.
Texas author explores friendship, isolation and terrifying wildlife in thrilling 'pandemic book'
SAN ANTONIO — A Texas native’s latest thriller explores friendship, isolation and wildlife found in the rural parts of the Lone Star state. Samantha Mabry’s novel “Clever Creatures Of The Night,” was inspired by her own personal fears that heightened during the pandemic - especially as a mother.
An Army Tank Fell Off A Truck In Texas – Really
Somebody, I would hope it's the army, is short a tank after this one fell off a truck on I - 10 in Texas. A tank being transported to or from ... I'm not sure which, the news report didn't give that info ... Camp Bullis, near San Antonio, didn't make it to its destination. At least, not on the first try anyway.
These athletes with Texas ties won medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics
Athletes with ties to the Lone Star State will represent Team USA and at least 16 countries in the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. KXAN is keeping a running list of which athletes with Texas ties won medals.
The Fishy Mystery on Texas Gulf Coast: Why Tens of Thousands of Fish Washed Ashore
This weekend, visitors to the Texas Gulf Coast were met with a startling sight: tens of thousands of dead fish scattered across the beaches. The massive die-off has left both locals and tourists puzzled and concerned. Hypoxia. Wildlife officials have quickly stepped in to investigate the phenomenon. According to their...
After Robbing Two Texas Banks In A Month, Derby Desperado Arrested
On July 3 in Garland, Texas, a then-unidentified person walked into the Texas Credit Union and left with a wad of cash that wasn't theirs. On July 12, the same bank robber struck a second time and made off with another wad of other people's cash. Earlier this week, the so-called "Derby Desperado" was arrested by authorities in Grapevine bringing the short spree to an end.
Gov. Abbott discusses new safety system for Texas schools, state funding
As millions of Texas schoolchildren return to the classroom this month, the state is offering every school district a new system free of charge to improve safety for students, teachers, and staff. The Sentinel School Safety system was launched a couple of weeks ago.In an exclusive interview at the Texas Capitol this week, Gov.Greg Abbott said the program uses cutting-edge technology. "It may be the best program in the United States," he said.Abbott explained that the system works in various ways to enhance safety on campuses across Texas. Following the deadly mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde more than...
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.