North Texas fire chief arrested for allegedly stealing from volunteer fire department, officials say

The department released a lengthy statement to residents, apologizing for the incident. NEW FAIRVIEW, Texas — A North Texas fire chief has been arrested for allegedly stealing between $150,000 and $300,000 from a volunteer fire department, authorities said. The alleged theft came to light after a member of New Fairview Fire Rescue noticed discrepancies in … Read more

TxDOT prepares roadways in greater San Antonio area for freezing temperatures

TxDOT says 400 crew members will assist with 24-hour operations throughout the winter event to treat and monitor roads. SAN ANTONIO — Brine is a mixture of salt, water and sodium chloride. It helps prevent ice from building up on roads. At one TxDOT facility they anticipate using about 30,000 gallons a day.  Spokesperson for … Read more

State officials investigating after toddler dies days after choking on fruit at Georgia daycare

Officials said the incident happened on Dec. 20 at Little Sunshine’s Playhouse in Alpharetta. ALPHARETTA, Ga. — An Alpharetta daycare has been temporarily closed for several weeks by state officials after a toddler died days after choking on fruit. According to the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL), an emergency closure of Little … Read more

Elderly couple found dead after vehicle crashes into Aransas River, near Sinton

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A single-vehicle crash near Sinton claimed the lives of an elderly couple on Friday.  According to Texas Game Wardens and and the Refugio County Sheriff’s Department the accident happened on the Aransas River near the HWY 77 crossing, north east of Sinton.  Deputies discovered a vehicle upside down in the water. … Read more

Elderly Refugio couple identified after fatal crash into Aransas River

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Update: Troopers from the Refugio County Highway Patrol Office determined that the crash happened around 8:00 a.m. when the couple were driving to a doctor’s appointment. The 2019 Ford F-250 was traveling southbound and upon reaching a curve in the road, swerved out of the lane and flipped upside down into … Read more