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Blood and resilience: New exhibit shows Mexican American struggles in Texas
The white walls of the Beatrice M. Haggerty Gallery at the University of Dallas are adorned with red plaques recounting one of the most violent periods in Texas history. Each plaque vividly depicts the challenges and hardships faced by Mexican Americans in the early 1900s. “Life and Death on The...
Experts – Extreme Weather To Become “Normal” In Texas
Texas saw some crazy weather last year, including extremely high temps, and 2024 is looking to bring us more. In fact, experts think this insanity may become "normal". Last year, Texas saw record breaking heat waves and 2024 is expected to be at least as hot, if not hotter. The heat isn't the only extreme weather the lone star state could see this year.
West Texas football preview: 13 offensive lineman to watch before the 2024 season
Please consider a subscription. Much of the 2024-25 season coverage will be exclusive to subscribers. Texas high school football is fast approaching its first practices, and excitement grows as fans, players and coaches with high aspirations anticipate the return of Friday night lights in West Texas. Despite the turnover from...
FEMA Extends Deadline For East Texas Disaster Assistance
East Texas Was Battered By A Series Of Severe Thunderstorms That Did Major Damage To Areas Of Tyler. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is in East Texas as storm spring storm recovery continues and they are helping homes, churches and businesses with disaster claims. Some disaster recovery centers that...
TX environmental groups fight for global plastics treaty
Environmental groups in Texas are backing a proposed global plastics treaty set to be finalized by the end of the year. The treaty aims to minimize plastic's effect on the environment and make manufacturers responsible for managing plastic waste. The treaty also encourages the use of reusable options, such as single-use bags, straws and utensils.
Clear The Streets: The Worst Areas For Underage Drinking In Texas
Perhaps unsurprisingly, the areas in Texas cited the most for underage drinking violations are all near universities. But some party schools party a lot harder than others if we take the numbers at face value. Overall, citations to businesses for serving underage patrons are trending down. This could be because:
Texas 10 Most Wanted fugitive captured in Wisconsin
AUSTIN, Texas — A Texas 10 Most Wanted sex offender is back in custody following his recent arrest in Wyoming, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). Authorities arrested Texas 10 Most Wanted Sex Offender Ramiro Manuel Dominguez, 35, on June 27 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Dominguez, who was DPS Featured Fugitive in June 2024, was apprehended after DPS Special Agents from Lubbock coordinated with officers from the Cheyenne Police Department, following a tip received last month. A Crime Stoppers reward will be paid for his arrest.
On the Run's fugitive of the week wanted for robbery
JEFFERSON COUNTY — The search is on for a 27-year-old man, who investigators say is a transient from Beaumont, but right now, his whereabouts are unknown. Lawrence J. St. Andrew III is wanted for robbery. Sheriff Stephans warns that crime typically increases during the summer months, so make sure...
Texas Lottery Reveals Big Win in Monday’s Powerball
The only thing hotter than the temperatures in Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, and Muleshoe Texas is the lottery luck that Texas Lottery players keep experiencing. It seems as though every time there is a Powerball drawing or a Mega Millions drawing the eyes of the lottery world turn to Texas to see who won what and for how much.
Be the First to Win Millions with These 3 New Texas Scratch Offs
July is here, and the Texas Lottery has introduced three new scratch-off games. These games went into circulation as of July 1. Each of the three games has impressive top-tier payouts. Let's take a look. $250,000 50X Crossword. This $10 scratch-off is a new version of a game with the...
Judge’s ruling protects migrant shelter on US-Mexico border and accuses Texas of harassment
McALLEN, Texas (AP) — A judge blasted efforts by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton to shutter one of the oldest and largest migrant shelters on the U.S.-Mexico border in a scathing ruling Tuesday, accusing the Republican of “outrageous” conduct over his claims that the shelter encourages migrants to enter the country illegally.
One Texas Business Scammer Could Be Involved in 19 Deaths, Police say
A woman already charged with the endangerment of one person and the murder of another may be connected to the deaths of up to 20 other individuals, police say. And it’s all in pursuit of the almighty dollar. The unlicensed Love & Caring for People LLC was founded by...
Texas carrier abruptly shutters after funding halts
Creditors and former employees are looking for compensation after U.S. Logistics Solutions abruptly filed for bankruptcy on June 21. A lender had quickly halted funding, and company leaders tried to find additional investment and partners to no avail, a bankruptcy announcement said. “Over the past several months, USLS has implemented...
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