AUSTIN – Using modern forensic testing, investigators have now identified the man responsible for the brutal murder of a woman at an Amarillo park nearly 30 years ago. The suspect, Jimmy Dale McClinton, of Buchanan Dam, died in November 2025 at […]
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Three Romanian Nationals Arrested in Multi-Agency Skimming Investigation
SAN ANTONIO, TX – The Texas Financial Crimes Intelligence Center (FCIC) led a multi-agency investigation that resulted in the arrest of three Romanian nationals accused of operating an organized skimming scheme targeting retailers across Texas. The investigation began in June 2026 […]
EPA Issues Permitting Guidance to Further President Trump’s Agenda Promoting Data Centers and Safeguarding Communities
DALLAS, TEXAS, (July 27, 2026) – This month, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued guidance clarifying that the Clean Air Act (CAA) Acid Rain Program (ARP) does not apply to power generation facilities that are not connected to a public electricity […]
Famous Athletes From Katy, Texas: Olympians, NFL and MLB Stars
From Katy to the World: Notable Athletes Who Rose From the Katy Area By The Katy News KATY, Texas — Katy is widely known for its growing communities, highly rated schools and championship football traditions. The Katy area has also […]
Texas A&M Forest Service Adds Airpower to Fight Against Wildfires with Three New Aircraft
BRYAN, COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Texas’ ability to detect, track and fight wildfires is growing even stronger with the acquisition of three new multi-mission aircraft for Texas A&M Forest Service. The purchase marks the agency’s second major aviation acquisition in recent […]
U.S. House Passes Permanent Daylight Saving Time Bill: What It Means for Texas, Katy and Farmers
Daylight Saving Time Bill: What It Means for Texas By The Katy News Staff KATY, Texas (July 22, 2026) — The United States moved closer to ending the twice-a-year clock change after the House of Representatives approved legislation that would […]
Speaker Dustin Burrows and Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick Issue Joint Statement on Audit of Broadband Development Office
AUSTIN, Texas – Speaker of the Texas House Dustin Burrows and Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick today issued the following joint statement: “The State of Texas recognizes the importance of expanding broadband access so more Texans can benefit from reliable, high-speed internet. […]
Beyond the barn: What the return of New World screwworm means for human health
As the flesh-eating parasite edges back into the United States, public health experts explain who is most at risk and what safety habits can prevent transmission By SADDIE SMITH for VITAL RECORD BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, Texas—Reports of the New World screwworm returning […]
A&M System Launches Chancellor’s Cup to Celebrate Competition and School Pride
Prairie View A&M and Tarleton State will play for the first Cup Aug. 29 in Stephenville BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, Texas — The Texas A&M University System has 12 universities, a whole lot of mascots and just enough family rivalry to keep things […]
Did Canada Ban Texas Beef? What Shoppers and Ranchers Need to Know
Canada has stopped certain live animals from entering the country from Texas following New World screwworm detections—but beef sold in grocery stores and restaurants is not included in the restriction. Reports that Canada has “banned Texas beef” are spreading online, […]
