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2 New Bills Could Change Liquor Laws Forever in Texas

(Tyler, Texas) - Texas has some very strange liquor laws. You can't buy on Sundays. You can't buy liquor on a major holiday like Christmas or New Year's Day. Only mom and pop liquor stores can sell it, not major retailers. Some companies have been able to find some loopholes...

Texas · 2025-03-15
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Tornado outbreak live updates: 40 dead in cross-country storm system

Millions of Americans across the country are on alert for a severe weather outbreak as violent, long-track tornadoes with damaging winds of up to 80 mph and large hail are expected across the Midwest and South with the cross-country storm moving east. The same storm system delivered raging winds to the Plains states earlier, leading to wildfires and severe dust storms that left more than a dozen people dead in Kansas, Texas and Oklahoma. Overall, at least 40 deaths have been recorded from the cross-country storm system. Latest Developments Mar 16, 11:00 AM Death toll climbs to 40 At...

2025-03-15

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Safe Zones in Texas for Nuclear Emergency Preparedness

There are many people who are hopeful that the dreadful possibility of nuclear war will never become a reality. Regarding the possibility of a nuclear exchange, however, worries have been raised as tensions around the world continue to rise. In the event of such a terrible occurrence, which location in Texas would provide the most opportunity for survival?

Texas · 2025-03-15
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27 Years on Death Row: Texas Woman’s Conviction Tossed by Appeals Court

Brittany Holberg is a Texas woman who may have just received the best news she’s heard in a long time. According to CBS News, after being on death row for over 20 years, a federal appeals court overturned her death sentence. This decision came after the local prosecutor failed to disclose that a key witness in Brittany's case was a paid informant.

Texas · 2025-03-15
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Texas schools have leaned on uncertified teachers to fill vacancies. Lawmakers want to put a stop to it.

Lawmakers want to turn the tide on the growing number of unprepared and uncertified teachers by restricting who can lead Texas classrooms. But school leaders worry those limits will leave them with fewer options to refill their teacher ranks.

Texas · 2025-03-15

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More Than 100 Inmates Have Died in Texas Prisons Since January

Texas is a large state and within the state are a lot of prisons. In fact, there are more than 100 units within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Currently, the TDCJ has an average of 135,000 inmates. With that many inmates and over 100 units, prisons will experience deaths...

Texas · 2025-03-15

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Texas Based Gun Company Has Filed For Bankruptcy As Demand Falls

A Texas based gun company has hit hard times and has reportedly filed for bankruptcy. Gunmaker Watchtower Firearms, which has its manufacturing base in Frisco, Texas and a corporate office in Spring, Texas filed for bankruptcy last week according to Chron.com. The lower demand for guns is among the reasons why Watchtower has had rough times lately.

Texas · 2025-03-15

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Texas Highway Patrol Troopers Injured Following Their Patrol Car Struck On Interstate 45

Two Texas Highway Patrol Troopers were injured early Thursday morning when a pickup truck struck them as they were assisting a disabled car on Interstate Highway 45, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. The event happened around 6:40 a.m. around the 235-mile marker. The troopers were outside their...

Texas · 2025-03-15

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Severe Texas Winds Blow Semi Trucks Over Like They’re Nothing

Toy semi-trucks are part of any kid’s car collection. They also tend to take a beating, being the strong, resilient types they are. Unfortunately, as the saying goes, the bigger they are, the harder they fall. Recent extreme weather with hurricane-force gusts knocked down big rigs left and right across the Southern Plains.

Texas · 2025-03-15

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At least 3 killed in car crashes during dust storms in Texas

(CNN) - Strong winds swept through the Texas panhandle on Friday, causing crashes that killed at least three people. Dust clouds covered the sky, leading to low visibility and dangerous driving conditions. State authorities say at least three people in two counties died in car crashes from the dust storm.

Texas · 2025-03-15

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Normal operations will run after Rodeo performance cut short due to electrical issue, officials say

All operations will resume on Saturday at the Houston Rodeo following an electrical issue that cut the iconic rock band Journey's set on Friday evening. RodeoHouston officials posted on social media this morning that Warren Zeiders' performance will go on as scheduled and that all grounds and the star stage will be operating as normal. pic.twitter.com/gxyu8DKqmg — RODEOHOUSTON (@RODEOHOUSTON) March 15, 2025 Videos sent to ABC13 by excited fans showed the moment speakers and screens blew out during the band's most loved song, 'Don't Stop Believin'. Fans continued singing along until concertgoers said the band began to move off...

Houston, TX · 2025-03-15

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Texas schools have leaned on uncertified teachers to fill vacancies. Lawmakers want to put a stop to it.

Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. Lawmakers want to turn the tide on the growing number of unprepared and uncertified teachers by restricting who can lead Texas classrooms. But school leaders worry those limits will leave them with fewer options to refill their teacher ranks.

Texas · 2025-03-15

98.7 The Bomb

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Police Speak Out: Spring Breakers Cause Chaos on Texas Shores

Kids these days, am I right? It turns out that Texas teens are causing a ruckus in Galveston beaches by their unruly behavior and often-violent tendencies. You see, it all comes from a recent post from the Galveston Police Department urging drivers to travel with extreme caution and expect heavy traffic buildup from what they call an "unsanctioned" senior skip day. Take a look:

Galveston, TX · 2025-03-15

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2 Texas universities under investigation for alleged race-exclusionary practices

TEXAS — The U.S. Department of Education is investigating alleged race-exclusionary practices in the graduate programs of two Texas universities. The University of North Texas and Rice University are two of the 45 schools currently under investigation. Investigations are being conducted into partnerships between these institutions and “The Ph.D....

Texas · 2025-03-14

The Marijuana Herald

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Texas Senate Committee Unanimously Approves Bill to Expand Medical Cannabis Compassionate-Use Program

The Marijuana Herald - Marijuana news and information A Texas bill to expand the state’s Compassionate-Use Program for low-THC medical marijuana products has passed the Senate State Affairs Committee in a 8 to 0 vote. Sponsored by State Senator Charles Perry (R), SB 1505 would allow licensed dispensaries to operate satellite storage locations, a move advocates say would improve access for patients. The … Continue reading The post Texas Senate Committee Unanimously Approves Bill to Expand Medical Cannabis Compassionate-Use Program appeared first on The Marijuana Herald .

Texas · 2025-03-14

San Antonio Current

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An inside look at Taser use in Texas prison

The sound of electricity sizzling and crackling broke the silence. To me, it looked like the electric chair was officially back in the prisons.

Texas · 2025-03-15

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Texas Jails Under Fire: 10 Facilities Are Failing to Meet Standards

Aross the state of Texas, you will find 254 counties, and almost all of those counties have jails. Of course, these jails house people who have committed crimes and those who are accused of committing crimes. Jails house human beings and certain standards have to be followed in the State...

Texas · 2025-03-15