Texas Governor Greg Abbott declared a state disaster due to catastrophic floods in Kerrville, resulting in 24 deaths and over 20 missing. State resources have been deployed for ongoing search and rescue efforts along the Guadalupe River.
Nearly 5 million Texans are expected to travel during the July 4th holiday weekend, reflecting a major uptick in holiday plans across the state. Most travelers will hit the road, aligning with a broader national trend favoring car travel.
Fireworks vendors in North Texas observe slower sales during the July 4th season compared to previous years. Vendors like Kristina Davis-Yusuf remain hopeful for a last-minute increase in demand as Independence Day approaches.
The first West Nile virus case in Texas for 2025 confirmed in Brazos County. State health officials urge mosquito precautions and public cooperation in prevention efforts.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton drops his appeal, resulting in a $6.6 million state payment to four former deputies. The settlement awaits legislative approval for finalization.
Texas families face potential reductions in food assistance due to a federal spending plan proposing significant cuts to SNAP, impacting over three million residents.
The City of Houston plans to expand its “civility ordinance” to include night restrictions in Downtown and East Downtown, aiming to regulate homeless presence in public spaces.
Two Chinese nationals, Liren Lai and Yuance Chen, arrested on charges of espionage for acting as foreign agents targeting the U.S. Navy.
A tragic seven-vehicle accident on I-20 near Terrell, Texas, resulted in five deaths, including a semi-truck driver who fell asleep at the wheel. Investigation ongoing.
The City of Leander, Texas, has installed its first free microchip scanning station to help reunite lost pets with their owners. This initiative aims to streamline the process of identifying and locating pet owners through microchip data, enhancing community efforts in responsible pet ownership and animal welfare.