Johnny Mack, a cherished figure in the Fort Worth blues scene, passed away on Sunday due to heart failure at the age of 67. Known for his warm demeanor and vibrant stage presence, Mack gained recognition for his 2003 album, “Gave Myself the Blues,” which was produced by fellow Fort Worth musician James Hinkle. He…
A woman was arrested in a south Fort Worth neighborhood after an officer-involved shooting incident that unfolded on Wednesday night. The event began around 8:45 p.m. when police received reports of a woman firing a gun. Leandra Johnson, 32, was taken into custody following a foot pursuit. Witnesses reported that she had been shooting into…
The family of a victim involved in a child sex abuse case, prosecuted by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office, has publicly expressed their frustration with the political exploitation of their situation, stating they are “tired of being used.” Paxton’s opponent in the U.S. Senate race, state Rep. James Talarico, has focused heavily on this…
HOUSTON – Following a series of rain showers on Friday, a significantly warmer and drier weather pattern is expected to settle over Houston this weekend. Very Warm, Isolated Rain for Friday The likelihood of rain for the remainder of the day is minimal, with the highest chances occurring to the north and west of the…
The Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) is set to open two floodgates at the Mansfield Dam on Saturday, marking the first such action since 2019. This decision follows substantial rainfall in the Hill Country, which has brought Lake Travis to the top of its conservation pool. The Mansfield Dam is a key component of a…
Austin, Texas, has enacted a waterway ban effective from July 17 through July 21 at 5 p.m. due to severe flooding that has recently affected the Texas Hill Country. This decision aims to ensure the safety of both residents and visitors in light of the hazardous conditions following the historic rainfall. The flooding in the…
A multi-day pre-trial hearing for Dallas rapper Yella Beezy has drawn attention to the contentious issue of whether his song lyrics can be admitted as evidence in his upcoming trial for murder-for-hire related to the 2020 death of rival rapper MO3. The proceedings examined key testimony that could influence the case against Yella Beezy, whose…
Tipps & Obermiller’s third album, Little Kid Heart, delivers an emotional journey that resonates deeply with listeners. The married duo, comprised of Hilary Tipps and Steve Obermiller, explores the complexities of human emotions through their music. While listening to the album, I found myself feeling particularly moved by the penultimate track, “So Far from Alone.”…
In a demonstration for accountability, supporters of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo held a justice caravan through the streets of Houston on Friday. Salgado Araujo was tragically shot by an ICE agent on July 7, and this event aimed to keep the spotlight on his case, which remains surrounded by significant unanswered questions. The caravan, which consisted…
Houston police collaborated with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on at least 103 occasions since April, as detailed in the first report mandated by the Houston City Council to assess the partnership between local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities. The quarterly immigration report, released on Friday, indicates that a majority of interactions involving…
