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Texas DPS seizes over ten pounds of suspected cocaine in Carson County traffic stop
CARSON COUNTY, Texas — The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) seized more than ten pounds of suspected cocaine after a traffic stop in Carson County. On Thursday, July 4, at approximately 5:39 p.m., a DPS Trooper stopped a 2024 Ford Edge traveling east on I-40 near Groom for a traffic violation. During the stop, the Trooper allegedly discovered five tape-wrapped bricks of cocaine concealed inside the trunk area, according to a statement from the DPS.
Woman drowns in Lake Conroe, 2 men arrested for boating while intoxicated
WILLIS, Texas – A woman has drowned and two men are behind bars after authorities say they were operating a boat in Lake Conroe while intoxicated on July 4th. Jerri MacMeekin, 31, has been identified as the drowning victim, according to Montgomery County officials. Her brother-in-law Kyle MacMeekin, 29,...
Abilene residents react to Texas law ending annual vehicle inspections
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — Some Abilene residents and local auto shops are concerned after Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 3297 into law, eliminating the annual safety inspection requirement for Texas drivers. The legislation was signed by Governor Abbot back in 2023 and will not take effect until January 1, 2025. This new law only […]
Texas' coastal emergency leaders on preparing for Beryl: 'We've got to be ready'
Texas' coastal communities are preparing for what Beryl could bring early next week.EMERGENCY LEADERS IN TEXAS' COASTAL COMMUNITIES ON HIGH ALERTThe storm that could soon to be crashing into Texas' coast has emergency leaders on high alert."We have plans in place and we've already activated those preparation plans," Galveston emergency management coordinator Bryon Frankland said.Frankland said as of right now the island is expecting some impacts from Beryl."We will see strong rip currents along the Texas coast pretty much from Galveston down to Brownsville," Frankland explained. "Storm surge will be a factor all along the coast, low lying areas."IMPACTS ARE...
NCTCOG to host hybrid public meeting
(Special to The Dallas Examiner) – The North Central Texas Council of Governments will host a hybrid public meeting July 8 for North Texans to provide their input on transportation and air quality. The meeting is scheduled for noon at NCTCOG’s Arlington offices, 616 Six Flags Drive. Residents can also watch the meeting live at https://publicinput.com/nctcogJuly24 or participate via phone by dialing 855-925-2801, then code 10300. Public comments will be accepted until Aug. 6.
When it comes to Beryl’s path, a matter of miles will make big difference in rainfall
One more day near 100°, with generally quiet conditions today. Rain chances return on Saturday afternoon, as a weak front slips south. By Sunday, all eyes will be on the southern Texas coast, as Beryl will be closing in on landfall. It is expected to be near hurricane strength...
Nine area girls compete at Miss Texas Teen
, Nine area girls competed in the Miss Texas Teen competition this past week, June 23-29, at the Eisemann Performance Center in Richardson and brought back multiple honors. In addition to those nine, there were 16 youngsters who attended as Texas Lone Star Princesses. The girls stayed at the Renaissance Hotel in Richardson all week. The nine contestants competed in private interview, health and fitness, talent, evening gown, and onstage conversation. “As a small-town girl that has watched the Miss Texas competition her entire life as well as attending the past seven years, you could never have convinced me that I would one day...
Kid Seen Dangling from Ride at Six Flags Over Texas is Hoax
A very scary moment captured on video at Six Flags Over Texas. The video that was posted to many social platforms including X, shows a child dangling from the Superman ride. The ride is an impressive 325 feet in the air. The question then becomes, it this a real incident? WFAA reached out to Six Flags Over Texas and received the following statement.
Watch Five Texas Cops Use Force to Take Man Into Custody
Texas Officers Use Force to Arrest Man – What Really Happened?. The video at the bottom of this article was recorded on the infamous 6th Street in Austin, Texas. These five police officers are attempting to get a very large man to cooperate with them. As the cops threaten...
'Well, I have something for your little boy' | Texas mother with 2 Black children says neighbor hung noose in his yard to threaten them
MANVEL, Texas — A Manvel mom reached out to KHOU 11 News after she said her outcry for help fell on deaf ears. She said her neighbor has been harassing her and her family for several months even using racially charged tactics to intimidate them. Kat Ducommun said this...
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