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J.C. Hassenauer: Parts ways with Commanders
Hassenauer was released by Washington on Friday with the signing of Cameron Tom, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports. Hassenauer will leave the Commanders less than a month after he was signed. He'll now be in search of a new team as his depth role at center with Washington will be filled by Tom.
J.J. Watt visits Texans training camp with his son Koa
HOUSTON – J.J. Watt is fulfilled in retirement. The three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year walked away from football following the 2022 season with the Arizona Cardinals after spending the first decade of his career with the Texans. During that time, he set all-time franchise marks with 101 sacks, 172 tackles for losses and 25 forced fumbles.
Expert Warns of Rodent Surge in Texas
Texas appears to be primed for a spike in rodent infestations. Nothing makes me cringe like the thought of rodents living in my home. Having a single rat find its way into my home is enough to make me want to pack up and leave. But an infestation? Yeah, it’s time to scorch the earth at that point.
BE ALERT: 17 Year Old Texas Girl Under Arrest For Possible School Shooting Attempt
Frightening news took place when according to KXAN reported that a Texas 17-year-old girl by the name of Giana Castillo allegedly attempted to prepare a shooting at an elementary school. It was reported that the 17-year-old allegedly made online threats against an Austin elementary school. Once the FBI received the information, it was quickly identified that Giana Castillo was making concerning statements online regarding the planning of an active shooter event at Graham Elementary School.
Texas Lottery Officials Confirm Two New Texas Millionaires
The jackpot for Friday night's Mega Millions drawing was $535 million. That top prize will now head north to $575 million because nobody matched all six numbers in the latest drawing. However, two Mega Millions players matched all five non-Mega Ball numbers. One was from Tennessee, while the other was...
What to Know About Texas Corporal Punishment Laws
Illinois just banned corporal punishment in all schools and it became just the fifth state to do so. It's 2024 and only five states in the country have banned corporal punishment- and Texas is not one of them. Corporal punishment refers to the use of physical force with the intention...
Rare Sighting: Black Bear Family Seen In Texas National Park
You don't really see black bears in the wild in Texas very often and it's even rarer to see the whole family out roaming around. A visitor snapped a few photos of a mama bear and two cubs foraging on the road in Big Bend National Park, less than 300 miles east of El Paso.
LULAC condemns Paxton’s election fraud raids as 'intimidation'
The League of United Latin American Citizens plans to request a federal investigation into raids Attorney General Ken Paxton conducted this week as part of what he called an “ongoing election integrity investigation.”. Gabriel Rosales, Texas LULAC’s state director, said in a statement that Paxton carried out the raids...
Texas Man Accused Of Brutally Raping A 14- year-old Girl
A Texas man by the name of Scott Laquinn Johnson Junior has been arrested on a warrant after DNA revealed evidence linking him to a sex crime that involved an innocent 14-year-old girl according to Your Basin. WHAT IS SCOTT LAQUINN JOHNSON BEING CHARGED WITH AS OF RIGHT NOW... Continue reading…
Texas falls to Florida in Little League World Series US title game: Full recap
UPDATE: Texas fell to Florida 10-7 in the U.S. finals Saturday. Scroll down for a full recap. Here are the details for Sunday's third-place game. A spot in the Little League Baseball World Series championship game is on the line for Boerne Little League, as they face off Saturday with Lake Mary...
Plenty of heat with isolated rain chances Sunday
HOUSTON – Sunday is mostly to partly sunny but there is a chance for isolated showers and storms. Now let’s talk temperatures - the heat isn’t going anywhere Sunday highs still climb into the mid and upper 90s with feels-temperatures around 100. Pattern Change:. Rain chances will...
Reed Sheppard: Channeling Chris Paul’s Legacy for Rockets Success
Reed Sheppard's performance during NBA Summer League has drawn comparisons to former Rocket Chris Paul, highlighting Sheppard's potential as a playmaker. Averaging 20 points, 5.3 assists, and 4.8 rebounds per game, Sheppard showcased his shooting ability and court vision, reminiscent of Paul’s game in his prime. With the Rockets challenging his playing time behind Fred VanVleet, Sheppard’s continued growth will be crucial for his opportunities on the court. His goal of emulating Paul, who remains an iconic point guard, only adds to the narrative surrounding Sheppard’s debut season.
A North Texas college donated land to a Christian school. State and federal laws prohibit such gifts, experts say
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