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ICI says 1,200 people could face charges over flood control fiasco

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The Independent Commission of Inquiry (ICI) in the Philippines announced it expects to recommend charges against up to 1,200 individuals in connection with an alleged multibillion-peso flood control scandal. An ICI commissioner said investigators are examining procurement, contract implementation, and possible violations of anti-graft and public spending laws across multiple regions and projects. The commission is coordinating with prosecutors and law enforcement agencies as it prepares its final report and recommendations.

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Bexar County DA adds 23 prosecutors to tackle felony case backlog

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The Bexar County District Attorney’s Office in San Antonio, Texas, has hired 23 new prosecutors to address a felony case backlog of 3,735 cases as of this week. The new attorneys will staff multiple felony courts, review pending cases involving jailed and bonded defendants, coordinate with law enforcement for evidence, and prioritize violent crime prosecutions. The office will monitor how the added staff affects case resolution rates and court dockets in Bexar County.

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Austin ISD confirms 10 school closures starting next school year

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The Austin Independent School District board in Austin, Texas, voted to approve a school closure and consolidation plan that will shut down 10 campuses beginning next school year. District officials cited enrollment, facility use, and budget factors in the decision and will reassign students to designated receiving schools. Administrators will coordinate transportation changes, staff placements, and transition plans, and will communicate new campus assignments and support services to affected families and employees in the coming months.

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Texas flags aggressive equine virus traced to World Championship Barrel Racing finals

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Texas agricultural officials issued an urgent alert after veterinarians confirmed an aggressive Equine Herpesvirus Type 1 outbreak in horses linked to the World Championship Barrel Racing finals in Waco. The Texas Department of Agriculture detailed clinical signs, transmission risks, and strict biosecurity measures for owners, trainers, and facilities. The department urged isolation of exposed horses, disinfection of equipment, temperature monitoring, and close coordination with veterinarians to limit spread and protect the state’s equine population and industry.

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Houston ISD hits pause on school closure plans for 2026–27

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Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles said the district will not propose any school closures or campus consolidations for the 2026–27 school year, pausing earlier discussions tied to declining enrollment and facility use. He told principals the district will continue reviewing long-term building needs, enrollment trends and campus conditions before considering any consolidations in later years. The update comes as Houston ISD expands Sunrise Center services, deepens collaboration with the Houston Food Bank and rolls out new district-managed AI tools for teachers, while maintaining a focus on safe, well-equipped campuses and consistent instructional quality.

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Houston imposes citywide curfew on scooters, ATVs

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Houston City Council unanimously approved a citywide nighttime curfew on electric scooters, rental bikes and ATVs, banning their operation and rental on public rights-of-way from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. The ordinance grants police and regulators authority to impound devices, set fees and impose penalties. Officials cited Houston Fire Department data showing most micromobility-related EMS calls occur at night and referenced complaints from downtown hotels and businesses. A December committee hearing will gather public input on possible adjustments while the new rules remain in effect.

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Dallas attorney disappears near Appalachian Trail; search continues

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Authorities in Union County, Georgia, are conducting an extensive search for Dallas attorney Charles Hosch, missing near the Appalachian Trail since Nov. 11, 2024. More than 50 law enforcement officers, rescue personnel, and volunteers are involved in ground and aerial efforts across rugged, mountainous terrain. Investigators are reviewing Hosch’s recent activities, travel details, and possible routes while coordinating with state and regional partners. Officials urge anyone with information or possible sightings in the north Georgia Appalachian Trail area to contact law enforcement.

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Suzie Humphreys, longtime North Texas media figure, has died

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Veteran North Texas broadcaster Suzie Humphreys, known for her years on WFAA-TV and KVIL-FM in the Dallas-Fort Worth market, has died, according to Houston Landing. The longtime television and radio personality built a decades-long career in local media, appearing in talk, lifestyle and variety segments and participating in community events across Texas. This report looks at her work on WFAA and KVIL, her role in the development of personality-driven local broadcasting and the available public information on her death, as media outlets revisit archives of her contributions.

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Ellen Adarna denies Derek Ramsay’s claim, actor stays silent

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Ellen Adarna publicly refutes Derek Ramsay’s claim about their reported rift, disputing his account of their relationship in a new social media statement and declaring she will not further engage in public exchanges. The actress says she wants to correct what she considers inaccurate information while keeping remaining issues private. Media outlets and fans continue to monitor developments as both actors maintain separate public positions on their relationship, and no joint statement has been released.

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