US Department of Justice says it’ll sue if Texas enforces new law punishing illegal border crossing

The state has until Jan. 3 to say it won’t arrest people accused of unauthorized entry from Mexico. If not, the Biden administration will sue. TEXAS, USA — This story was first published on the Texas Tribune, and can be viewed here. The U.S. Department of Justice has threatened to sue to stop a new … Read more

Prevent a stroke this winter

Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a stroke. While age and health are major risk factors for a stroke, did you know falling temps can also increase your risk? Consumer Reports has some health and lifestyle steps you can take to fend off a stroke this winter. Stroke is one of the … Read more

Hill Country SPCA receives $250K grant

FREDERICKSBURG, Tx – The Hill Country SPCA (HCSPCA) has received a $250,000 grant from the David and Judy Norsworthy Charitable Trust. The HCSPCA said it received a “remarkable gift” and was thankful for the support to its animal shelter. The David and Judy Norsworthy Charitable Trust is a foundation located in Austin, according to the … Read more

Texans CJ Stroud out of concussion protocol, says he’ll start Sunday against Tennessee

Stroud had missed two games for the Texans, who at 8-7 are in the thick of the AFC playoff race. HOUSTON — Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud said Thursday that he will start this weekend against the Tennessee Titans after missing two games recovering from a concussion. “It was tough,” he said. “But my team, they … Read more

‘A very good man;’ Friend remembers LMPD officer who died after medical emergency

Louisville Metro Police said Officer Mark Kordis died Wednesday while off duty. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Friends are remembering the life of a Louisville Metro Police officer who died after a medical emergency while off-duty on Wednesday. Former LMPD Officer Eric Johnson said he still remembers the first time he met officer Mark Kordis in the early 1990s. … Read more