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Del Mar College updates free speech policy to comply with governor's order for colleges
Though Del Mar College has not experienced widespread student activism related to the Israel-Hamas war like other colleges and universities across the country, an order from Texas Gov. Greg Abbott resulted in a conversation about free speech on campus Tuesday. In March, Abbott issued an executive order instructing all higher education institutions in Texas to update free speech policies to include a definition of antisemitism, as well as punishments for violating policies. The order describes incidents of...
Workforce Solutions Alamo June Report
For the second month in a row, the number of people unemployed has risen in our area and across Texas. The latest data from June 2024 shows a 4.2 percent unemployment rate for the eight-county San Antonio- New Braunfels metropolitan statistical area (MSA). The unemployment rate was 3.5 percent in May and 3.3. percent in April. Statewide unemployment is at 4.5 percent, up from 3.8 percent in May.
Texas Is The Number One Worst State For Weather Related Power Outages
The Texas power grid is something that all residents worry about. When the power goes out, many things are lost. Lights are unable to be turned on, and depending on the the time of day, individuals may not be able to see for an extended period of time. Many reasons can be the cause for the power to disappear.
SHAKING UP THE RECORD BOOK
, A rule change recently implemented by the Florida- based International Game Fish Association regarding how the organization will now interpret and classify world record largemouth bass is getting the attention of anglers around the globe, especially those intrigued by the big ones. The change has also got plenty of anglers scratching their heads in confusion. Leaders with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s Inland Fisheries Division say they are trying to figure a way to cope. The new rule divides northern largemouth bass and Florida largemouth bass into separate all-tackle world record categories instead of one, which has existed for decades. The...
Texas Lottery Confirms Huge Mega Millions Win in State Tuesday
Lottery players in the state of Texas from Sabine Pass in the southeast to El Pason in far west Texas to Amarillo up in the panhandle have been a little disappointed in Lady Luck over the past few days. It appears as if "the Lady" had taken a brief hiatus from bringing big-money lottery wins back to the Lone Star State. Lady Luck's hiatus in Texas, as of Tuesday night, is officially over.
Human remains found in Utah during search for Pearland couple missing while hiking in Utah
According to the Grand County Sheriff's Office, authorities have found human remains in Utah, where they had previously been looking for a missing Pearland couple.Authorities found the remains in Millcreek Canyon on Monday.Ray and Maranda Ankofski were visiting the area for the third time on June 21 but went missing after embarking on the Steel Bender off-road trail.Officials said concerns arose when Ray and Maranda failed to return as scheduled, and their utility terrain vehicle (UTV) was found flipped over, abandoned, and heavily damaged.Officials say the remains have not yet been identified, and will be sent to Utah's medical examiner's office.The sheriff's office will release the identity of the remains once it's determined.RELATED: Search for Pearland couple missing while hiking in Utah is now a recovery search, authorities say
Pearland skate club to host men’s boot camp for new roller sport club
HOUSTON (KIAH) – There’s a very special roller derby boot camp class coming to Houston this weekend. Pearwood Skate Center, Roller Sports Club, and South Side Roller Derby is hosting a men’s roller derby camp on July 27 for ALL men ages 14 and up. The purpose of the boot camp is to test and gauge interest in the Houston area.
Body of missing Texas man, 29, discovered by authorities
CLAY COUNTY, Texas (KFDX/KJTL) — The search for a missing Nocona, Texas man ends tragically after his body was discovered by authorities on Tuesday morning. Bryce Dingler, 29, of Nocona, was first reported missing by the Clay County, Texas, Sheriff’s Office on Thursday, July 18, 2024. Officials said...
More than 50 Houston-area residents charged in Harris County bail bonds fraud schemes, DOJ announces
HOUSTON — More than 50 people in the Houston area have been charged for taking part in "wire fraud schemes related to the use of falsified documents to obtain bail bonds for individuals charged with criminal offenses," the United States Department of Justice announced on Wednesday. "An integral part...
Join Harris County Constable Precinct 5 at Walk Like MADD to Combat Drunk Driving and Support Victims
'Walk Like MADD', a national fundraising event by Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), is gaining momentum ahead of race day, set for Saturday, September 24th. Harris County Constable Precinct 5 will once again participate in this annual initiative, and Constable Ted Heap is encouraging the community to get involved. .
EXCLUSIVE: Mayor Whitmire explains why he has not yet endorsed Kamala Harris for president
HOUSTON – During an interview on KPRC 2+ Now, Houston Mayor John Whitmire was asked whether he had plans to endorse Kamala Harris for president. While noting to our Zach Lashway, how he looks forward to Harris’ visit to Houston this week, the mayor touted her experience as a public servant.
Rally House now selling officially licensed sports apparel, merchandise in Willowbrook Plaza
The store sells officially licensed sports apparel and merchandise for local professional teams including the Houston Astros. (Courtesy Rally House) Rally House opened its second Greater Houston-area location in Willowbrook Plaza in early July. The store sells officially licensed sports apparel and merchandise for local professional teams including the Houston Astros, Houston Texans, Houston Dynamo FC and Houston Rockets, as well as for local colleges including Texas A&M University, Sam Houston State University and Rice University, among others.
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