‘A powerful message’: Faith-based movie ‘Preacher Man’ filming in East Texas, seeks extras

Described as not your typical faith-based film, the independent movie not only offers hope but incorporates a sense of comic relief. MARSHALL, Texas — Filming for East Texas filmmaker David Ford’s latest movie, “Preacher Man,” has started with extras needed this week in Hallsville.   “It’s such a beautiful story of redemption,” said actress Angela … Read more

A Harris County woman is accused of putting her own dead newborn in the trash, but she’s not charged with murder

Catherine Innes is accused of putting her dead newborn son in the trash, where his body sat until it was picked up during a routine collection three days later. HOUSTON — About a year ago, a dead newborn boy was pulled from a garbage truck in northwest Harris County. Now, that child’s mother is facing … Read more

Texas father-son duo’s shared technology passion offers glimpse into the future

Jerry Turner and his 12-year-old son Blaine both enjoy technology and AI. They believe machines like their robot “Bob” could make work easier and safer for some. BALLINGER, Texas — To begin to understand Jerry Turner’s lifelong passion for technology, you won’t need to look much further than the old-school computer chips in his downtown … Read more

Texas lawmakers begin special session focused on flood response, THC regulation, and redistricting

Texas lawmakers start a 30-day special session addressing flooding response, THC regulation, and redistricting. AUSTIN, Texas — Texas lawmakers returned to the Capitol Monday after Governor Greg Abbott called a special legislative session to tackle a packed 18-item agenda, including a response to deadly flooding in the Hill Country, THC regulation, and redistricting. The special session … Read more