Dallas man sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for trafficking methamphetamine in the Eastern District of Texas
SHERMAN, Texas –A Dallas man has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for trafficking methamphetamine in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs. Esteban Castillo, 26, of Dallas, pleaded guilty to conspiracy with intent to manufacture and distribute methamphetamine and was sentenced to 240 months in federal prison…
Read More5 tips to prevent negative encounters with snakes this spring
Texas A&M AgriLife experts share how to avoid bites and coexist peacefully As temperatures warm across Texas this spring, you may start seeing more snakes around your home and outdoor areas. These reptiles become more active as they emerge from brumation — a state similar to hibernation in mammals. While encounters may increase this time…
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Texas crawfish outlook strong despite early harvest delays
Texas Crop and Weather Report Despite a slow start, Texas crawfish production remains steady, and consumers can expect an average season amid ongoing demand, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts. Texas crawfish production remains steady, and consumers can expect an average season amid ongoing demand, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts. (Courtney Sacco/Texas…
Read MoreProducer preparedness critical as New World screwworms approach
AgriLife Extension experts offer advice on planning, preparing and monitoring Livestock producers need to take steps now to prepare as the New World screwworm approaches the Texas-Mexico border, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service livestock specialists. Necessary action now breaks down to three areas: plan, prepare and monitor the situation and livestock, said AgriLife Extension livestock…
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Read MoreCourt approves new manager for Dallas-area foster care program after deaths of 2 infants
By Stephen Simpson, The Texas Tribune March 18, 2026 A state judge allowed the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services to appoint an outside child welfare director to take over foster care case management in the North Texas region after two children died while under the current operator’s care. District Judge Monica Purdy on…
Read MoreTexas’ drag show ban takes effect after years of court challenges
By Alex Nguyen and Ayden Runnels, The Texas Tribune November 6, 2025 A 2023 law that restricts some public drag shows went into effect on Wednesday after a federal appeals court reaffirmed it in a February ruling. Senate Bill 12 prohibits drag performers from dancing suggestively or wearing certain prosthetics on public property or in…
Read MoreCorpus Christi’s crucial refineries look for alternate water supplies amid looming water crisis
By Paul Cobler and Carlos Nogueras Ramos, The Texas Tribune March 20, 2026 Companies that own refineries in Corpus Christi say they are working to secure alternative water sources to maintain operations and prevent a shortage of gasoline and jet fuel in Texas and beyond as the city scrambles to delay or avoid a rapidly-escalating…
Read MoreHere’s how to vote in Texas’ May 26 primary runoff elections
By María Méndez, The Texas Tribune March 18, 2026 Candidates in more than 30 state and federal races are expected to face off again in the May 26 runoff after failing to secure more than half of the votes cast in the March Republican and Democratic primaries. This includes Attorney General Ken Paxton’s challenge to…
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