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Texas governor says goal of Operation Lone Star is 'reducing illegal immigration to zero percent'
Texas governor Greg Abbott laid out the ins-and-outs of Operation Lone Star, his administration's plan aimed at clamping down on unlawful immigration. Among the biggest takeaways from an interview with NewsNation was his intention to install more buoy barriers along the state's border with Mexico, expanding the 1,000-foot-long barrier of buoys in the waters between Eagle Pass and Piedras Negras.
Paxton launches 'illegal voting tipline,' issues election advisory for voters
(The Center Square) – Following Florida, Texas launched a tipline for citizens to report concerns about alleged voter fraud. Unlike Florida’s toll-free voter fraud hotline, Texas has launched an email tipline. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton encouraged members of the public to report suspected violations of Texas election law through an email tipline: illegalvoting@oag.texas.gov. Ahead...
Watch: People Seek Shelter From Tornado in Texas Target
When fleeing from a tornado, you have to do whatever it takes to get to shelter. Ideally, it would be an actual tornado shelter, but a big box store is better than nothing. No, they’re not immune from being destroyed by a twister, but it’s 1,000 times better than trying to ride out or run from a storm in your vehicle. Many have lost their lives doing that.
Stay Sober, Stay Safe: Texas Police Boost Patrols for Labor Day Weekend
If you think there's an abundance of cops in Texas already, there will be an increase of cops on the road over the next few days. As Labor Day is approaching, it's a great way to say goodbye to summer (at least until next year). But with the amount of partying that goes on, the Texas Department of Transportation announced there WILL be more police on the road this week.
Houston third grade teacher accused of dealing drugs on wiretap while in class
HOUSTON (KTRK) - Authorities say a third grade teacher was among 20 people arrested recently, after federal agents say they caught her on a wiretap dealing drugs while in class. Law enforcement officers revealed Thursday what they call a crackdown on violent gangs that has been two years in the...
Texas’ 11th Largest City Now 8th Most Dangerous in U.S.
Not many people would ever associate The Hub City with Detroit MI, but according to one website they are number eight and seven, respectively, when it comes to the most dangerous cities in the U.S. Houston, TX is one of the largest cities in the country. San Antonio, TX and...
Texas Governor Announces $148 Billion Transportation Investment
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced Wednesday, August 28, 2024, an unprecedented $148 billion investment in Texas’ transportation infrastructure. This historic commitment includes the Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) unanimous approval of a more than $104 billion 10-year transportation plan aimed at enhancing safety, addressing congestion and connectivity, and preserving roadways across the state.
Texas’ Smallest High School Has An Enrollment In The Single Digits
I used to always think my former high school in Texas was small, but as it turns out, it was pretty midsized. It was one of those places where you knew everyone in your high school class, along with the upper and lower classes, but you didn't all necessarily talk. The same thing applied to the small town of Brownsboro, TX where it was located.
North Carolina woman sentenced to federal prison for stealing from SETX organization, ordered to pay over $800,000 in restitution
BEAUMONT — A Raleigh, North Carolina woman has been sentenced to federal prison for violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney Damien M. Diggs. Tahshyria Allen, 31, pleaded guilty to possession of stolen money and was sentenced to 24 months in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Marcia A. Crone on Aug. […] The post North Carolina woman sentenced to federal prison for stealing from SETX organization, ordered to pay over $800,000 in restitution appeared first on Port Arthur News.
Restaurant Report Card for Central Texas: 8.29.24
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - Here’s this week’s Restaurant Report Card for Central Texas:. Los Cucos Mexican Cafe at 2805 West Loop 340 in Waco failed a renewal inspection with a 76. (24-demerits) According to the food safety worker, the sliced and diced tomatoes, scallops, crab meat, sea bass,...
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