Crime Blotter - Hardware Store Theft
The subject placed two drills in his shopping cart and then left the business without paying for the drills. The subject got into a red in color Saturn and left the area.
Requests for Assistance Exceed Available Funding
The City is actively seeking additional resources to expand the programs, and the application process will reopen when funds become available.
DPS director - Agency Should have Taken Control
The state’s top law enforcement agency also told USA Today that seven officers have now been referred to its internal affairs division, including two who are command staff.
Businesses Rush to Take Advantage of Texas’ Expiring Tax Incentive Program
The Chapter 313 program was designed to draw business to the state, but critics say it lacks accountability and unduly burdens taxpayers.
Possible E. Coli Found in Ground Beef from HelloFresh Meal Kits
HelloFresh meal kits may be associated with E. coli illness. A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available for purchase.
Kleberg County Sheriff in Automobile Accident
According to reports, Kirkpatrick was in front of his home when a driver ran a stop sign and crashed into Kirkpatrick’s truck.
Amicus Brief to Defend College Athletics
Title IX requires colleges and universities to strive for equality between sexes in their athletic departments. Along with this requirement, there has been a judicially recognized possibility that perfect equality may not practicably be achievable.
Smuggling Attempt Near SPI
Three illegal migrants were determined to need Emergency Medical Services and they were transported to the hospital for evaluation and treatment.
Texas Water Development Board approves $700,000 to the City of Kingsville
In addition to the grant funding, the City could save approximately $400,000 over the life of the loan by using the FIF program.
Public Safety Staff Recognized
On September 5, Aransas Pass Police Chief, Eric Blanchard, recognized 21 public safety employees for their service to the community.
State Troopers to Uvalde After Two Juveniles are Injured in Shooting
The two victims of a Thursday shooting at Uvalde Memorial Park are being treated in San Antonio hospitals. Abbott’s decision to send in DPS comes as the agency faces questions over its role in the May 24 shooting at Robb Elementary School.
Community College Funding Could be Tied to Performance
A commission tasked by the Texas Legislature to recommend new ways to fund community colleges is suggesting the state fund schools based on how successful students are at completing programs in high-demand fields and transferring to universities to continue their education.
Southwest Airlines Will Arrive with Airman Herald Boyd
It was believed that Boyd’s remains were associated with a set of remains designated as Unknown X-4804 Neuville, but this could not be proven.
Beware Scammers Using Attorney General Paxton’s Name
This email “phishing” scam attempts to scare consumers by claiming they have committed identify theft and are facing prosecution and significant jail time, in an email that purports to be signed by the Attorney General.
Texas Teachers Consider Quitting
An online survey of 1,291 teachers by the Charles Butt Foundation shows more teacher dissatisfaction as Texas school districts scramble to attract talent.
How to Register to Vote in Texas’ Nov. 8 Midterm Elections
The deadline to register to vote is Oct. 11. The last day to apply to vote by mail is Oct. 28. Early voting runs from Oct. 24 to Nov. 4.
City Adopts Record-Setting $1.4 Billion FY 2023 Budget
The Corpus Christi City Council adopted the City’s operating and capital budget totaling $1.4 billion for the Fiscal Year 2023, which begins October 1, 2022.
Drought-Resistant Hemp Not Able to Withstand Texas Heat
Hemp advocates promised the Texas Legislature the crop was drought resistant. The 2022 drought has proven otherwise. And farmers are abandoning the nascent market.
Bishop PD Locate Drug Paraphernalia During Traffic Stop
Upon making contact with the occupants in the vehicle, the officer on scene detected a strong odor of marijuana emitting from the interior of the vehicle.
Agents Discover People Hidden Inside a Confined Compartment
A service canine alerted agents to the SUV and the driver was referred to secondary inspection.