U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) data indicates a significant downturn in border crossings, with June marking the lowest number of encounters in recorded history. Nationwide, CBP reported 25,228 encounters, a figure that encompasses all interactions with individuals at the border, including apprehensions. A particularly striking aspect of these statistics is the historical low in…
Saint Jo, Texas – Acclaimed Texas country music artist Josh Ward is scheduled to perform at the Red River Station in Saint Jo, Texas, on Saturday, July 19, 2025, bringing his signature blend of classic country sound and authentic storytelling to North Texas. The announcement of Ward’s appearance at the popular Saint Jo venue has…
A recent editorial from the Houston Chronicle has amplified calls for the Texas Legislature to conduct a thorough investigation into the deadly Fourth of July floods that devastated parts of the Hill Country. The powerful natural disaster resulted in significant loss of life and widespread destruction, prompting questions about preventative measures and future preparedness. Governor…
A powerful call for legislative action has emerged following the devastating floods that struck the Texas Hill Country over the July Fourth weekend, resulting in a tragic death toll exceeding 100 people. An editorial published in the Houston Chronicle on July 8, 2025, argues forcefully that this catastrophe must be a central focus of the…
Kerrville, Texas – The human toll from catastrophic flash flooding in central Texas has tragically surpassed one hundred, with authorities confirming at least 104 fatalities as search and rescue operations enter their fifth day. The hardest-hit area, Kerr County, accounts for a devastating 84 of the confirmed deaths, following an unprecedented surge of the Guadalupe…
Central Texas experienced catastrophic flash floods over the July Fourth holiday weekend, resulting in widespread devastation and a significant loss of life. By Monday night, July 7, the confirmed death toll had tragically reached at least 104 people, with others still reported missing. Among those most severely impacted were individuals and families enjoying the outdoors,…
Deadly Attack on Border Facility A man was shot and killed early Tuesday morning after he opened fire with a high-powered rifle on a U.S. Border Patrol facility located near the US-Mexico border in Texas. The attack prompted a rapid response from local and federal law enforcement, resulting in an exchange of gunfire that also…
A recently enacted domestic policy bill has allocated approximately $170 billion towards initiatives associated with the administration’s immigration enforcement strategy. A substantial portion of this funding is directed towards U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), earmarking significant resources for expanding detention infrastructure and operations. Record Funding Fuels ICE Expansion The legislation provides $45 billion specifically…
Austin, Texas – Mozart’s Coffee Roasters, a beloved local institution situated across Lake Austin, transformed its customary annual celebration into a vibrant two-day Fourth of July spectacle, centering around its popular pie-eating competition. The event, held on Friday afternoon, July 4, 2025, marked the third annual iteration of the contest, drawing substantial crowds and participants…
WASHINGTON D.C. – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced the immediate availability of low-interest federal disaster loans aimed at providing crucial financial relief to small businesses, residents, and private nonprofit organizations across parts of Texas severely impacted by recent weather events. The declaration follows a period of intense severe storms, straight-line winds, and…
