Collin County man sentenced to over 20 years in federal prison for trafficking methamphetamine, firearms violation in the Eastern District of Texas
PLANO, Texas – An Anna man has been sentenced to over 20 years in federal prison for drug trafficking and firearms violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs. Pedro Rodriguez, 36, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine and possession of a…
Read MoreNational Democrats add former GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales’ district to Texas congressional target list
By Gabby Birenbaum, The Texas Tribune August 5, 2026 WASHINGTON — The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee is adding Texas’ 23rd Congressional District to its target list, the third red-leaning, Hispanic-majority U.S. House seat to make it onto national Democrats’ radar ahead of November. In adding the seat to its “Districts in Play” list, the House…
Read MoreDPS Calls on Texans to Help Keep Students Safe This School Year
AUSTIN – As students head back to the classroom, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds all Texans to exercise heightened caution and adhere to safety measures implemented to protect students, staff and fellow drivers this school year. This includes tips on how to safely drop off and pick up your child from school,…
Read MoreAgriLife Extension economist: Cattle prices haven’t hit the ceiling yet
AgriLife Extension economist: Cattle prices haven’t hit the ceiling yet Texas Crop and Weather Report – by Kay Ledbetter Cattle prices still have room to go up, said a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert. Beef cattle prices have not reached a ceiling, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service beef economist. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife) With…
Read MoreHONDO RODEO FEST AND BULL RIDING ICON J.B. MAUNEY’S BUCKTOWN LAUNCH NEW ATHLETE PATHWAY TO HONDO’S MILLION-DOLLAR STAGE
Partnership expands opportunity across the sport as BuckJam Season 2 champion Daniel Keeping earns invitation to compete at Hondo Rodeo Fest Phoenix STEPHENVILLE, Texas (Aug. 5, 2026) – Hondo Rodeo Fest announces a new partnership with Bucktown, the athlete-first bull riding organization founded by two-time PBR World Champion and professional bull rider J.B. Mauney,…
Read MoreTHE CITY OF GILMER OF UPSHUR COUNTY, TEXAS ORDER PROHIBITING OUTDOOR BURNING
WHEREAS, THE City of Gilmer Fire Chief finds present circumstances in all or part of the incorporated areas of the City of Gilmer, create a public hazard that would be exacerbated by outdoor burning. IT IS HEREBY ORDERED BY THE City of Gilmer Fire Chief that all outdoor burning is prohibited in the City of…
Read MoreTurfMutt’s Pet Safety Tips for the Dog Days of Summer
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The TurfMutt Foundation, which advocates for the care and use of the green space around us for the benefit of people, pets and the planet, offers important summer safety tips for pet parents this summer. “Summer is one of Mulligan the TurfMutt’s favorite seasons because all the opportunities to get outside and…
Read MoreAcademic Champions: Wiley University tops HBCUAC with 153 Honor Roll Student-Athletes
MARSHALL, Texas — Wiley University continues to set the standard for academic achievement in collegiate athletics, leading the HBCU Athletic Conference with 153 student-athletes named to the 2025–26 Commissioner’s Honor Roll. Student-athletes qualified by earning a minimum 3.0 GPA during their competition semester. Wiley’s stellar academic performance was anchored by 30 student-athletes who recorded a…
Read MoreFree Dallas Teen Driver Safety Class Planned for Back-to-School Season
AAA Texas, City of Dallas Judiciary and MADD to help teens and parents prepare for a safer school year Motor vehicle crashes remain one of the leading causes of death for young drivers. As students return to school and more teens begin driving to classes, practices, jobs and other activities, AAA Texas and the City…
Read MoreCOLLIN COUNTY FATAL CRASH
Collin County – On August 4, 2026, at approximately 5:13 p.m., the Texas Department of Public Safety (TXDPS) Highway Patrol (HP) responded to a two-vehicle crash on Farm-to-Market (FM) 1378 and Osage Lane. A preliminary investigation indicated a 2020 Chevrolet Spark was traveling east on Osage Lane. The driver of the Spark disregarded the…
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