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Overcrowding in Texas jails is prompting facilities to send people awaiting trial to other counties and states
SEATTLE - Counties all across Texas are struggling to properly house the people held in their jails. One of the solutions taken by state authorities and lawmakers has been to use millions of tax dollars transporting inmates to either neighboring counties or across state lines. The number of Texas inmates...
South-Central Texas Faces Triple-Digit Heatwave: Highs Near 105 Degrees Expected
San Antonio, TX – South-Central Texas is bracing for a prolonged period of intense heat, with temperatures soaring into triple digits across the region. Highs are expected to reach between 100 and 105 degrees, with heat index values potentially climbing as high as 108 degrees, particularly in areas east of Interstate 35 and along the Coastal Plains. This elevated heat will persist into much of next week, increasing the risk of heat-related illnesses.
Texas Man Arrested for Hiding Drugs in Stuffed Animals from Buc-ees!
Texans love their Buc-ees, and for good reason: the gas stations are known for their clean bathrooms, tasty snacks, and adorable plush toys. However, not everyone uses Buc-ee’s toys for cuddling. In a bizarre twist, a man was recently caught trying to smuggle drugs using these very plush toys.
Texas election officials are dealing with a flood of challenges to voter registrations
"Texas election officials are dealing with a flood of challenges to voter registrations" was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.
Scene for 5th, final season of 'Yellowstone' shooting Monday in Pampa, extras wanted
PAMPA, Texas (KVII) — Pampa will make an appearance in the fifth and final season of the popular TV show Yellowstone. A "small scene" will be shot in Pampa on Monday, Aug. 19. Casting directors are looking for extras who have nursing/medical experience. The job pays $110 for 10...
The Texas State Fair Is Now A Gun Free Zone
If you're going to the Texas State Fair, you better leave your guns at home. For the first time in the history of the Texas State Fair, attendees can not enter the fairgrounds packing. Both concealed and open carry are a no - no at the fair taking place in Dallas Sept. 27 - Oct. 20.
Study Says Texas Teachers Rank #1 in USA for Being Overworked
Teachers rank near the top when it comes to people who are the most underpaid and overworked. They work well over 40 hours a week, don't get paid what they deserve, and often take money out of their own pocket to buy school supplies. How about the frustration of dealing...
The 5 Cities With the Worst Drivers in Texas
Yes, there are bad drivers everyone, but some places have more than others. These are the 5 Texas cities with the worst. As much as it pains me to say it, there are a lot of bad drivers here in the Lone Star State. Whether they’re whipping through traffic, going 20 miles per hour under the speed limit in the left lane, or simply not affording other drivers the courtesy of using their turn signal, someone will frustrate me during my commute.
This Disgusting Crime is Happening Way Too Much in Texas
I’m tired of this uncomfortable topic not being discussed, it’s happening way too much in Texas and across the country and it needs to stop. While I admit I don’t watch the news anymore I try to stay up on news and information that applies to Texas, and it seems like this crime is popping up all the time. I am talking about teachers, aides, and administration preying on students.
Two Texas Cities Among Most Bed Bug Infected in the U.S.
Austin, TX? Maybe Houston, TX? Which Texas cities do you think are the most big-infected? How do Texas metros stack up to the rest of the country when it comes to fending... or not fending off these tiny pests?. Let's start with some "good" news. On the previous Orkin's Bed...
Professional slap fighting events can soon happen in Texas
The seven members appointed by the governor to the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation agreed unanimously at their July 23 meeting to officially recognize and license slap fighting in the state. This comes after similar moves in Nevada, Florida and California and despite some doctors raising alarm bells about athletes potentially suffering serious injuries.
Texas AG Ken Paxton sues Houston immigrants’ rights org over political speech
Attorney General Ken Paxton has targeted similar organizations that aid migrants at the border. The lawsuit appears to be the first to focus on political speech and rules that govern nonprofits.
Local woman wanted in connection with $1.5 million Medicaid scheme arrested in Texas
After months of evading capture, a Dayton woman accused of embezzling $1.5 million from Ohio Medicaid has been apprehended in Texas. Janay Corbitt, a resident of Dayton, was apprehended by authorities on Thursday evening at a bus station in Dallas. The arrest was made by the police and U.S. Marshals, as confirmed by Attorney General Dave Yost.
Texas Teachers Bear The Burden Of Supplying Classrooms
Texas is the state where teachers spend most out of their own pockets to supply their classrooms. Meanwhile the Legislature remained reluctant to increase funding for public schools thanks to their focus on vouchers. Every year, Texas teachers spend, on average, $1,396 of their own pockets to supply their classrooms,...
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