Beach reopens after shark attacks along Florida Panhandle leave teens injured, woman dismembered and critical

Both incidents occurred off Walton County beaches on Friday afternoon. WALTON COUNTY, Fla. — Update: On Saturday, authorities said they found a 14-foot hammerhead shark off the coast of Santa Rosa Beach. They said these sharks are common in the area. Red and purple flags were put up to warn beachgoers of the risk. The … Read more

Texas State Aquarium celebrates release of another sea turtle since January’s cold stun

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Texas State Aquarium is celebrating the release of another rehabilitated turtle! So far this year — they’ve released 283 sea turtles back into the water. She is now healthy after months of healing, following January’s cold stunning event. There are still eight turtle patients in their care — and aquarium officials … Read more

Train carrying 60 people crashes into utility trailer in North Texas, no injuries reported

IRVING, Texas — A Trinity Railway Express train collided with a utility trailer while carrying 60 people shortly after 3:30 p.m. on Saturday.  According to the Irving Police Department, the collision occurred at the intersection of Rock Island Road and North Rogers Road.  Police say no injuries were reported and Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) … Read more

Councilman weighs in on his say no to panhandling initiative in light of panhandler carjacking man who was giving him money

“That money that we’re handing out the window, almost always ends up in the pocket of a drug dealer,” said District 8 Councilman Manny Palaez. SAN ANTONIO — One man is arrested after he allegedly assaulted and stole a person’s vehicle who was trying to give him money, according to San Antonio police.  The incident … Read more