Texas lawmakers advance package of bills to strengthen state flood response following deadly July floods

The bills deal with installing early warning sirens, volunteer management and local emergency management credentials. AUSTIN, Texas — Even though the Texas House is at a standstill, Texas Republicans are advancing legislation related to last month’s deadly flooding. On Friday, both the House and Senate Committees on Disaster Preparedness advanced bills that were filed in … Read more

Man accused in hit-and-run that killed pregnant mother appears in court

Jose Sanchez faces two charges following a hit-and-run that killed pregnant Gloria Guevara. HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — A man accused in a hit-and-run crash that killed a pregnant mother made his first court appearence Saturday night. Jose Sanchez is facing two charges. Gloria Guevara, 22, was killed in the crash. Guevara’s passenger, her 16-year-old sister, was … Read more

Baylor running back Dawson Pendergrass is out for the 2025 season due to injury

WACO, Texas — Baylor running back Dawson Pendergrass will miss the entire 2025 football season after suffering a foot injury that will require surgery, head coach Dave Aranda announced Saturday during media availability following the Bears’ first fall practice at McLane Stadium. Pendergrass, a key piece of Baylor’s offensive backfield in 2024, played in all … Read more

‘It’s a perfect storm’ | Meat prices continue to climb with no relief in sight, Boerne butcher says

Adding to the supply crunch is that many ranchers are leaving the business and selling off land, Daria said, reducing the supply of cattle while demand remains high. BOERNE, Texas — Shoppers may have noticed rising prices in the meat aisle, and the latest data confirms the trend is not letting up. According to the … Read more