A parasite that eats live flesh has resurfaced near Texas, sparking fears for ranchers, pets and the cattle industry. WACO, Texas — A flesh-eating parasite eradicated from Texas decades ago is now threatening to return, with the deadly New World Screwworm detected in northern Mexico just miles from the state border. The parasite, which attacks … Read more
State Rep. Joanne Shofner argues the bill is about medical freedom, saying people in rural communities deserve quicker, cheaper access to treatment. AUSTIN, Texas — A bill that would allow pharmacists to dispense ivermectin without a prescription from a healthcare provider is beginning to move through the Texas Legislature. State Rep. Joanne Shofner, R-Nacogdoches, authored … Read more
Dallas pass rusher Micah Parsons was present but noticeably disinterested. ARLINGTON, Texas — Joe Milton ran for a touchdown and threw for a score to help the Dallas Cowboys beat the Atlanta Falcons 31-13 in the preseason finale for both teams Friday night. Slow starts in the first two exhibition games left questions about whether Milton … Read more
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Tenn. — Jefferson County first responders were out working ’til the cows came home early Saturday morning… literally. The New Market Fire Department and Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office responded to a stuck calf that had the misfortune of wandering into a sinkhole on Friends Station Road around 7:30 a.m. According to the fire … Read more
House Bill 1 and Senate Bill 1 are both geared toward making it safer for kids at camp. KERRVILLE, Texas — Texas lawmakers advanced bills during the second special session designed to make youth camps safer in the wake of the devastating July 4 flooding. House Bill 1 would require every camp in Texas, not-for-profit … Read more
“It was just two people and they’re masked up and no police cars, no lights or anything like that,” said Lt. Khan with HPD. HOUSTON — An investigation is underway after two men wearing ski masks and claiming to be police were shot and killed at a home in southeast Houston Friday night, according to … Read more
“It was just two people and they’re masked up and no police cars, no lights or anything like that,” said Lt. Khan with HPD. HOUSTON — An investigation is underway after two men wearing ski masks and claiming to be police were shot and killed at a home in southeast Houston Friday night, according to … Read more