Barcelona Estates, a quiet Southside neighborhood, has become the focus of growing complaints from residents over speeding cars. What was once a peaceful area is now grappling with safety concerns as vehicles zip through the streets, endangering people, pets, and property. From Peaceful Streets to Dangerous Roads Longtime resident Scott Garza, who has lived in the subdivision since 2016, recalls a time when speeding cars weren’t an issue....
Recognition at Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission Meeting On Thursday, during the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission meeting, Executive Director David Yoskowitz of Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPWD) honored five game wardens for their extraordinary bravery and teamwork. These officers saved a fisherman’s life on March 17, 2024, after he slipped off the jetties into treacherous waters in Port Aransas. The lifesaving team consisted of Nueces...
On November 7, 2024, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the Department of Public Safety (DPS) marked a sobering milestone, 24 years of daily roadway deaths and in response, TxDOT and DPS launched the "End the Streak" campaign to end this relentless loss cycle. This tragic streak has persisted since November 7, 2000, with at least one person losing their life on Texas roads every day. 24 Years, Over 80,000 Lives Lost Since the...
A federal jury has officially issued a guilty verdict, marking a significant moment in the legal proceedings. Robert Spencer, a Corpus Christi resident, is charged with possessing firearms and unregistered pipe bombs, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Texas. This conviction underscores a significant legal action involving firearms and explosives laws in Texas. Armed Standoff Leads to Arrest The case unfolded...
Gas prices in Texas are monitored this week. According to the latest AAA Texas Weekend Gas Watch report, the average cost of a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline is $2.69. This figure reflects a one-cent increase compared to last week, though it remains a notable 18 cents lower than last year. While the statewide average may provide some relief for drivers, there is still significant regional variation in fuel prices. El Paso drivers currently...
