San Marcos siren system revamped to better alert for floods, tornadoes, fires

San Marcos restored 14 outdoor sirens to alert residents of weather dangers, with distinct signals for different emergencies. SAN MARCOS, Texas — The Fourth of July flooding in Central Texas has highlighted the vital role of outdoor warning sirens in alerting residents to life-threatening emergencies. The city of San Marcos maintains a network of 14 … Read more

Hundreds gather in Odessa to honor fallen officer Bailey Martin, who died in Texas floods

Family, friends, fellow officers, and city leaders came together for a funeral service and celebration of life of Bailey Martin. ODESSA, Texas — Hundreds gathered Friday at First Baptist Church in Odessa to honor the life of Officer Bailey Martin, who tragically died during the July 4 flash flooding in Kerrville. Family, friends, fellow officers, … Read more

PHOTOS: WWE Smackdown excites sold-out crowd of over 15,000 fans at Frost Bank Center

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‘Sick and disgusting’: Volunteer firefighters battle flood devastation as scammers strike aid efforts

Center Point VFD turned their flooded station into a relief hub—now they’re battling scammers exploiting their name to steal donations. CENTER POINT, Texas — They jumped into action to save others—then came home to find their own fire station swallowed by floodwaters. The Center Point Volunteer Fire Department (CPVFD), made up of just 25 members, … Read more

Lawyer argues Call of Duty maker can’t be held responsible for actions of Uvalde, Texas, shooter

Activision argues First Amendment protection to dismiss Uvalde lawsuit over Call of Duty’s impact. LOS ANGELES — A lawyer for the maker of the video game Call of Duty argued Friday that a judge should dismiss a lawsuit brought by families of the victims of the Robb Elementary School attack in Uvalde, Texas, saying the contents … Read more