Texas Governor Greg Abbott has raised a record $19 million over the last six months, which he plans to use to oust Texas House Republicans against the school voucher system in the upcoming primary season. The governor also has $38 million cash on hand across two political accounts. In 2023, Abbott focused on passing a […]
Wife of slain Austin jeweler says daughter-in-law Jaclyn Edison got away with murder
Jaclyn Edison was found sitting outside an Austin, Texas jail after serving time for her part in a 2018 murder plot that ended the life of affluent jeweler Ted Shaughnessy and almost killed his wife Corey. Edison was sentenced to 120 days behind bars and 10 years of probation for her role in the plot, […]
Texas “physically barred” Border Patrol agents from trying to rescue migrants who drowned, federal officials say
A woman and two children drowned while attempting to cross the Rio Grande as Texas National Guard soldiers prevented Border Patrol agents from rescuing migrants. The incident took place near a public park in Eagle Pass, which had recently been taken over by Texas National Guard soldiers, resulting in an escalating dispute between Texas Governor [&h
Dangerous cold, wintry mix expected Sunday
Dallas-Fort Worth is expecting freezing rain and sleet on Sunday, with temperatures dropping below freezing until Wednesday due to the arctic air moving into North Texas. The chilly weather is expected to drop temperatures into the 30s and below, with a wind chill advisory issued for Sunday. As the atmosphere moistens, some areas may experience [&h
Three migrants drown in Rio Grande after Texas blocks Border Patrol from rescue
A woman and two children drowned while attempting to cross the Rio Grande near the U.S. southern border. U.S. Customs and Border Protection claims that agents with Operation Lone Star, a Texas border security initiative, thwarted life-saving efforts. The Texas Department of Public Safety and Texas National Guard, deployed under Operation Lone Star,
Winter Storm Tracker: Weather Alerts Affect Nearly All US States
There were widespread extreme weather conditions across the U.S. including flood watches in the east, blizzard warnings in Iowa, and wind chill warnings in the central U.S. Additionally, over 1,100 flights were canceled and Detroit’s Metropolitan Wayne County had 13% of flights canceled. Power outages affected more than 443,000 customers acro
Houston traffic: Why is I-69 ramp to Spur 527 closed?
An earlier accident involving a heavy truck and hazardous materials (hazmat) has caused significant damage to a concrete barrier and crash cushion on the I-69 Southwest Freeway northbound at Spur 527. As a result, the 69 northbound connector to Spur 527 will be closed for an unspecified period. The Texas Department of Transportation-Houston Distric
DFW winter weather preps in and around your home
As severe cold weather approaches Dallas, Texas, citizens are advised to finalize their preparations by 5 p.m. on Saturday. Experts recommend opening the cabinets under the sink to keep pipes warm, bringing potted plants indoors, and covering outside spigots. Safety precautions for heating include checking the flue on fireplaces, maintaining a safe
Multiple fatalities as dangerous winter storm hits much of US | US weather
A severe winter storm is affecting the northern region of the US, leading to heavy snow, freezing rain, and dangerously cold temperatures. The storm has resulted in flight cancellations, deadly avalanches, and multiple casualties, including an avalanche in Idaho and a man who died while snow-blowing his driveway in Wisconsin. The bitter cold has be
Matthew McConaughey, USAA Lawsuit: The top 10 headlines in San Antonio this week | San Antonio
The article reports on the popularity of actor Matthew McConaughey among the San Antonio fan base, highlighted by the number of readers interested in a story about him visiting Fiesta Texas with his family. The piece also mentions other most-read news stories including a judge granting class-action status to a lawsuit against San Antonio-based insu