CORPUS CHRISTI –Texas Game Wardens, the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Air and Marine Operations intercepted four lancha crews and seized about 1,250 pounds of illegally caught red snapper from the Gulf of Mexico on March 5. A lancha is a motorboat not registered with any country that is about 20-30 feet long with a low profile, an outboard motor and capable of traveling at speeds exceeding 30 mph. […]
Attorney General Ken Paxton Files Contempt Motion Against Frisco ISD for Violating Restraining Order Against Illegal Electioneering
AUSTIN – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a motion for contempt against Frisco Independent School District (“ISD”) for failing to abide by a temporary restraining order preventing the district or its employees from engaging in illegal electioneering. On February 28, Attorney General Paxton sued Frisco ISD for repeatedly using official resources to violate Texas law by encouraging people to vote in favor of a specific policy. Such actions directly violated the Texas Election Code’s prohibition […]
Rodent Control and Home Insurance: What You Should Know
When confronted with rodent infestations, homeowners may question whether their home insurance policies extend coverage to extermination and repair expenses. Grasping the connection between rodent control and home insurance is crucial for navigating the financial repercussions of pest issues. Here’s what you should understand about how rodent control intersects with home insurance, especially when considering assistance from https://www.rat-exterminator.com/. When it comes to rodent infestations, most standard home insurance policies do not cover the cost of […]
Attorney General Ken Paxton Sues Colony Ridge for Fraudulent Practices That Enabled Major Problematic Real Estate Development to Flourish
AUSTIN – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued the Colony Ridge development in Liberty County for deceptive trade practices, fraud in real estate transactions, and other violations of Texas and federal law. Colony Ridge is a sprawling real estate development northeast of Houston that has expanded quickly in recent years. In an October 2023 letter to Members of the United States Congress and fellow Texas leadership, Attorney General Paxton noted that the development’s rapid growth has […]
Houston National Cemetery to Honor Vietnam Veterans During 50th Anniversary Commemoration Ceremony
What: A Vietnam War 50th Anniversary Commemoration Ceremony to thank and honor Veterans of the Vietnam War. Who: Veterans who served between Nov 1, 1955 and May 15, 1975, in country, in-theater, or were stationed elsewhere during this time period. All were called to serve, none could self-determine where they would be stationed, and all were seen in the same way by a country that could not separate the war from the warrior. The public is welcome […]
250 HOME AND GARDEN EXPERTS SHINE AT THE 18TH ANNUAL KATY HOME & GARDEN SHOW AND BARNDO EXPO MARCH 23-24
WHAT: Fresh ideas are buzzing March 23-24 at the 18th Annual Katy Home & Garden Show and Barndo Expo. Discover the latest trends in home design with everything from windows to doors, floors, outdoor living areas, landscape, pools, kitchens, baths, and more. The home is the focal point of our lives—we spend more time than ever working and living under one roof. Homeowners can comparison shop with more than 250 home and garden experts all […]
Child Advocates of Fort Bend Expands and Promotes Staff Members
Child Advocates of Fort Bend (CAFB) has promoted Metoyer Martin to Sr. Director of Strategic Programs and Services, Kristy Guitierrez to Children’s Advocacy Center Director of Program Services and Allyson Ferrante to CASA Program Director. CAFB started with a CASA program in 1991 to provide advocacy for children in foster care. Over the past 33 years, the agency has expanded from one service to 18 services across 3 programs. “With the expansion of our work, […]
Public assistance locating next of kin
To Whom It May Concern: We are requesting the public’s assistance in locating next of kin for the following deceased individuals. We would appreciate your publishing a brief notice in the next few days in the hopes that family or friends may see the information and contact this office. Sincerely, Michelle R. Sanford, Ph.D., D-ABFE ID Coordinator Forensic Investigations BRETT STEPHEN MCLEOD – Black Male, 08/11/1967: Mr. McLeod died at HCA Houston […]
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar Announces Updates to Transparency Stars Program; Applauds Tarrant Regional Water District for its Transparency Efforts
(AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar today announced updates to his agency’s Transparency Stars program and applauded the Tarrant Regional Water District (TRWD) for achieving a historic level of transparency for its open government practices. “Our agency has always been a champion of government transparency, and we are constantly looking for new ways to recognize best practices of local governments that are open and transparent with their taxpayers’ dollars,” Hegar said. “When I took over as Comptroller, I […]
Sen. Cruz Response to Schumer’s Israel Comments
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) today issued the following statement following Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s speech calling for elections in Israel: “In the last 24 hours Joe Biden and Biden officials have given Iran a $10 billion sanctions waiver, sanctioned Israeli Jews, and said that Israel’s top priority should be aiding Gazans. Now Democrat Leader Schumer is calling for the overthrow of Israel’s government while Israel is fighting potentially existential wars, doing […]