In the last few years, a huge shift in consumer behavior has occurred, with more and more people purchasing items online. It’s estimated that by 2040, e-commerce will facilitate over 95% of all mobile purchases. Virtual storefronts sell a wide range of products and services, providing consumers with a seamless and convenient shopping experience. These online…

TYLER, Texas – An Athens man has been sentenced to federal prison for drug trafficking violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs.   James Kiser, 40, pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and was sentenced to 70 months in federal prison by U.S. District Judge…

TYLER, Texas –A Mexican national has been sentenced for being an illegal alien in possession of a firearm in the Eastern District of Texas, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs.   Tomas Ocamp-Mondragon, 37, a Mexican national illegally living in Tyler, pleaded guilty to being an illegal alien in possession of a firearm and…

July 10, 2025 The Northeast Texas Community College Foundation recently received a check for $20,000 from the Texas Pioneer Foundation. The funds will be used to support NTCC’s innovative Work4College Program. The funds are part of an endowment, which means they will be matched by a grant for a total impact of $40,000. Pictured at…

DallasNews Corporation (Nasdaq: DALN), the holding company of The Dallas Morning News and Medium Giant, and Hearst, one of the nation’s leading information, services and media companies, today announced that the companies have signed a definitive agreement whereby DallasNews Corporation would be acquired by Hearst. The announcement was made by Steven R. Swartz, president and…

By Terri Langford and Dan Keemahill, The Texas Tribune July 10, 2025 “Did fiscal conservatism block plans for a new flood warning system in Kerr County?” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.…

Sun, heat and moisture can harm animals’ skin, but early care helps to keep livestock healthy   Most livestock species have thicker skin than humans, but it’s still vulnerable to harsh summer conditions. Sun exposure, bacterial infections and increased activity of parasite-carrying insects can all take a toll on livestock skin. Each year, the Texas A&M…

By Owen Dahlkamp, The Texas Tribune July 10, 2025 “Inside the negotiations on Trump’s GOP megabill, from the Lubbock lawmaker whose name is on the legislation” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.…

By Kayla Guo, The Texas Tribune July 10, 2025 “As Texas Republicans prepare for mid-decade redistricting, cautionary tales loom from the past” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The…

17 Republicans are suing to block federal protections for people with disabilities — and the Trump administration won’t even defend them.   By Kaleigh Brendle I spent every bit of free time in my final semester at Villanova University fighting a lawsuit that could make life for me as a disabled American very difficult. As…