Harris County, Texas, will soon host the nation’s largest flood rescue training facility, STORM Ranch, a $104 million project aimed at revolutionizing swift-water rescue training for first responders and the public.
Discover how South Texas College Starr County is supporting veterans with a free Veterans Resource Fair on November 5. Open to the community and featuring 20 organizations, this event offers valuable resources and insights from guest speakers.
New Braunfels city officials warn businesses and residents of a scam email scheme falsely representing city departments. Recipients asked to verify authenticity and report suspicious activities immediately.
Texas parents report delays in child support payments following a system update by the Attorney General’s Office. The state claims no widespread issues, but affected families face financial hardships.
Since 2017, 189 bodies have been discovered in Houston bayous, with nearly 40% of cases undetermined. Families seek answers, raising concerns about the unexplained deaths.
The Hays County Health Department in Texas confirmed a mosquito trap has tested positive for West Nile Virus. Residents are advised to take precautions against mosquito bites and eliminate standing water. Public health officials are increasing mosquito surveillance and control measures, urging community cooperation.
Seafood City Supermarket in Houston has reopened its doors after a brief temporary closure earlier this week.
Gov. Greg Abbott has mandated the Texas Rangers to investigate allegations against Elgin city officials, ensuring transparency and accountability in local governance. The investigation follows complaints of potential misconduct, with the Texas Rangers collaborating with local authorities. Elgin officials are cooperating, and community members seek clarity as the inquiry progresses.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is urging Texas schools to enforce seat belt use on school buses following a rollover accident in Leander, Texas, in August 2023. The accident involved 42 students, leading to injuries and subsequent calls for stricter seat belt enforcement in school transportation.
The Houston City Council has greenlit a $16 million homeless “superhub” in East Downtown, drawing praise from officials and criticism from local residents. The facility will repurpose a former shelter to provide resources for the homeless, with plans to open by early 2026.