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BUSTED: Most Commonly Stolen Items From Texas Wal-Mart Stores
And a lot of people getting busted for it. Here in Texas, even misdemeanor theft can result in jail time and hefty fines. Walmart is the largest retailer in the U.S. and has 517 locations throughout Texas. Walmart constantly has to deal with "shrink" which is retail lingo for theft, from both consumers and "inside jobs."
Cloudy skies, cooler temperatures headed to North Texas
NORTH TEXAS — Expect isolated showers and storms Sunday, though most areas will remain dry with just a few more clouds than yesterday. Temperatures will climb to around 90 degrees, but the humidity will make it feel hotter.There are chances for showers and storms through Wednesday.While severe weather is not expected, an isolated strong storm could bring gusty winds, heavy rain, and lightning.The First Alert Weather Team has issued alerts for disruptive storms through Labor Day. Be mindful of weather conditions during outdoor activities and be prepared to move indoors if necessary.A disturbance will approach Texas Monday night and continue into Tuesday, increasing rain chances, especially west of I-35. Localized flooding is possible in areas where thunderstorms train over the same regions, potentially bringing a couple of inches of rain.Expect a drop in temperatures over the next few days with increased clouds and rainfall. Tuesday might be our "coolest" day, with highs in the upper 70s for some locations.Sunshine is expected to return for the weekend, with temperatures returning to near 90 degrees.Stay tuned for the latest updates and be prepared for changing weather conditions.
Texas Fisherman Catches Potentially Record Breaking Shark
A massive 11-foot-long mako shark, weighing over 600 kilograms, may be a new world record catch—hauled in by Jason Johnston from Mesquite, Texas, off the coast of southern California. Johnston, an experienced angler, was on a charter fishing trip near Huntington Beach on Monday when he hooked the giant...
North Texas Republican would delay school until September to help the Texas grid
DALLAS — A North Texas lawmaker wants to bring back an old idea to help ease the strain on the state’s power grid. Republican state Representative Jared Patterson tells us he will introduce a bill next session that would delay the start of school until September, arguing that previous generations had it right with the first day of school coming after Labor Day.
Six Texas Cities Ranked Worst In Nation For Deadly Drunk Driving Crashes
Driving and drinking is never the right choice in Texas. Drunk driving has been a problem in the state. Not only does it endanger the driver, it also endangers the people around them while out on the road. When you've been drinking, it's for the best to have a designated driver, or have a ride available to you.
Police Are Seeking Texas Most Wanted Murderer Ernest Christopher Nathan
Police in the state of Texas are seeking Ernest Christopher Nathan for the crime of murder. Here's what is known about Nathan, as well as his crimes not just in Texas, but in another state as well. Ernest Christopher Nathan And The Crimes He Committed. According to the Texas Department...
Labor Day Flood Risk
Welcome to September! This month/Labor Day looks to start off with a bang in terms of rain chances. Rain chances for Monday afternoon have jumped to 70%, with higher rain totals to the west. These showers will continue through Tuesday afternoon, which means there will be a threat of localized flash flooding through Tuesday. Rain totals could be anywhere from 1 to 3 inches, which is enough to cause a flash flood especially in areas where there are more marginally dry conditions (namely west of I-35). Remember, if you come across local flooding: turn around, don’t drown.
The Longest Direct Flight Out of Texas Is 4th Longest in The World
Everything is bigger in Texas, including, in this case, direct flights. While it's not the longest direct flight in the world, we Texans can rest easy knowing that it is Top 5. Beginning in October, we can fly from The Lone Star State on a 17-hour flight Down Under. That's...
Texas Woman Adds Pond to Ranch for Wildlife Relief
In the scorching Texas heat, with temperatures soaring to a sweltering 113 degrees, one woman found a way to make her ranch the coolest place in town—literally. But it wasn’t for her or her family; it was for the local wildlife. Impromptu Oasis. When the heat wave hit,...
Shake Shack Latest To Be Closing In Texas
You better move fast if you are craving a juicy burger and delicious, frozen custard shake in Texas because there are about to be less options to visit in the Lone Star State as two Houston locations of Shake Shack have already announced they will be closing in less than a month. From a small burger stand in a Manhattan, New York City park to now over 300 locations across America and over 500 around the world.
Texas Police Department Missing Thousands of Items, Including Guns and Drugs
If most people take something from work and decide to keep it, it's usually something like a pen or office paper, maybe some post-it notes. Stealing from within a police department? That's a different category of work theft. According to CBS News in Dallas, DeSoto Police have discovered they have...
Mega Millions Winner: Texas Lottery Confirms Friday’s Big Win
This is the weekend that people in Texas have been talking about since January. It doesn't matter where you have the conversation. It could be on the beach at South Padre, or sitting in a sewing circle with the gals in Bridgeport, or sitting quietly spinning fidgets in Wichita Falls, at some point college football will be discussed.
New Texas Laws You Need To Know By September 1st
Three new Texas laws will take effect beginning September 1st. Here's your chance to review them so you don't break one without realizing it!. Let's start with House Bill 18. This bill requires digital service providers, like social media platforms, to register a user's age before allowing them to make an account. It also says that social media companies must have permission from the parents of minors before an account can be created.
Texas’ First Dedicated Crystal Lagoons Resort Opens Near Houston
Experience white sand beaches and clear blue water at Angel Lagoon, Texas’ first Crystal Lagoons© Resort, which opens this Labor Day weekend. It’s situated just 40 minutes from Houston in Dayton. It will be the first dedicated Crystal Lagoons Public Access resort in Texas, becoming a model...
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