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North Texas Commission Forms Committee To Explore Casino Gambling Legalization
As the momentum for casino legalization builds in Texas, the North Texas Commission (NTC) is taking proactive steps. The Dallas Business Journal reports that it has formed a committee of business and community leaders to scrutinize the implications of destination resorts and casino gambling. This move comes ahead of the...
New school safety system launches in Texas
(The Center Square) – A new school safety system has launched in Texas through the Texas Education Agency. “As a new school year approaches, the safety of students, school faculty, and staff across Texas remains a top priority,” Gov. Greg Abbott said. “To bolster school safety standards, we are launching Sentinel – a new, sweeping system to enhance the safety and security of students and teachers across our great state. This cutting-edge technology is available to all schools in Texas and will expand the state’s...
Concerns Growing Over Cocaine Sharks Appearing In Texas Waters
New data has revealed sharks near the coast of Brazil has been found to have cocaine in their systems. Some in Texas are now concerned that cocaine sharks could appear in the state. Here's what is known at the time of writing. Cocaine Sharks Possible In The State Of Texas?
Texas attorney general going after 3rd border nonprofit that helps migrants
The same day that a court struck down a request by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton to investigate a popular faith-based nonprofit that helps migrants on the South Texas border, Paxton's office asked for a hearing to depose another NGO that also assists asylum seekers in South Texas, Border Report has learned.
A Better East Texas: Political statements in the Olympics
TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - The Olympics are upon us once again. That window of time where top athletes from the nations of the world come together to compete on a global stage. The US usually succeeds at the highest level in the summer games so expect a big medal count. That should and probably will happen. But the Olympics offer a stage also for athletes to make political statements as has been the case for decades.
Texas Powerball – Texas Lottery Confirms ‘Life-Changing’ Win
Our sources at the Texas Lottery have confirmed that Wednesday's Powerball drawing has produced what can be described as a "life-changing" win in last night's game. Texas Lottery players have really been exercising their luck here lately with big wins not only in the multi-state Powerball lottery game. But, Texas tickets have also earned major prizes in Mega Millions and the Texas Lottery's Lotto Texas with Extra!
Sen. Cruz, Colleagues Address Recent Surge of Army Aviation Class A Mishaps to Prevent Further Loss of Life
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) led a bipartisan coalition of Texas legislators in sending a bicameral letter to Secretary of the Army Wormuth expressing concern about the high number of recent Army Aviation accidents. One of the deadliest of those accidents occurred in Rio Grande City, Texas where a UH-72 Lakota helicopter crash killed two National Guard Soldiers, one U.S. Border Patrol agent, and critically injured another Guardsman. Congressional oversight is crucial to ensuring the safety and accountability of Army aviation operations and decreasing the current trend of accidents to prevent further loss of life.
Mexican drug lord Ismael ‘El Mayo’ Zambada & Sinaloa cartel ally ‘arrested in Texas after surrendering to authorities
TWO top leaders of the powerful Sinaloa Cartel, one of the most dominant criminal groups in Mexico, have surrendered to American law enforcement and are in custody in the United States. Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada, the notorious Mexican drug kingpin and co-founder of the Sinaloa Cartel, along with Joaquín Guzmán...
Texas woman’s lawsuit after being jailed on murder charge over abortion can proceed, judge rules
A Texas woman who was jailed and charged with murder after self-managing an abortion in 2022 can move forward with her lawsuit against the local sheriff and prosecutors over the case that drew national outrage before the charges were quickly dropped, a federal judge ruled Wednesday.
Boys & Girls Club in Kilgore closing after 15 years
KILGORE, Texas (KETK) – The Boys & Girls Club of Rusk County has announced that the Boys & Girls Club Kilgore Unit is closing after 15 years of serving East Texas children and families. “We want to express our deepest gratitude to all the staff, volunteers, donors, and community members who have supported the Boys […]
Woodland Ranch is 275+ Acres Currently For Sale in Quitman, Texas
If you’re looking for a beautiful piece of property in East Texas, I think I found the perfect place for you. First, I must admit that I just love the little town of Quitman, located in Wood County, and a little less than 2,000 people. It’s got that small town charm that you want in a small Texas town.
New Farm Supply Store Coming To Nacogdoches
If you have been down Loop 224 at Stallings Drive recently you might have noticed some dirt work and construction across from Elliott Electric Supply. What was just an empty field this time last year, is quickly becoming a new store. The walls and many other things are already getting set up for a new Tractor Supply Co. location.
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