LUBBOCK — The discovery of the New World screwworm in a dog in Texas has sparked concern among pet owners statewide about the implications for their animals. The state’s significant stray animal population poses a risk of exacerbating the spread of the screwworm, which could lead to tragic outcomes for shelter animals, even those that…
In a significant rescue operation, approximately 80 Chihuahua mixes have been saved from a suspected hoarding situation in Houston. This dramatic intervention unfolded when authorities initially set out to retrieve 20 dogs but were met with a far larger number living in deplorable conditions. Leaders from PetSet reported that these dogs were discovered living outdoors…
Juneteenth celebrations are set to take place throughout Austin this weekend, commemorating the 161st anniversary of the arrival of Union troops in Galveston Bay. On June 19, 1865, these troops announced the emancipation of over 250,000 enslaved individuals in Texas, an announcement made more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. In recognition…
AUSTIN, Texas – P. Terry’s has announced the closure of its flagship store at Capital Plaza, which will take place on June 28. This decision comes in response to the upcoming expansion of I-35, a significant infrastructure project affecting the area. Patrick Terry, the founder and CEO of P. Terry’s, shared the news in an…
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The Supreme Court has declared unconstitutional a federal law that barred individuals classified as unlawful drug users from possessing firearms. This landmark decision significantly undermines government efforts aimed at disarming those who use drugs, including marijuana. In a ruling announced by Justice Neil Gorsuch, the court sided with Ali Danial Hemani, a North Texas resident…
GRANDFALLS — An abandoned oil well unexpectedly began leaking beneath the parking lot of the First Baptist Church of Grandfalls in April, resulting in a significant environmental incident. Over the course of eight days, more than 1.5 million gallons of toxic wastewater escaped into the surrounding area, as documented by state records. The Railroad Commission…
HOUSTON – A tragic accident occurred in northwest Houston, resulting in the death of at least one individual. Emergency responders arrived at the scene on Holly View Drive, where it intersects with Antoine Drive, located in the Greater Inwood neighborhood just west of Acres Home. The Houston Police Department reported that officers were dispatched to…
Austin is poised to advance its plans for the expansion of the Austin Convention Center following a ruling from Travis County District Court Judge Sherine Thomas. On Thursday, the judge determined that the city’s financial strategy for the project is compliant with legal standards, clearing the way for implementation. Last month, the Austin City Council…
Archaeologists at the Alamo have made a significant discovery, unearthing a second intact cannonball from the battle era on June 2. This latest find was located next to a bronze cannonball that was discovered earlier in March, just a day shy of the 190th anniversary of the historic 1836 siege. The newly found artifact, a…
