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Texas oil company shouldn’t be allowed to put California’s environment at risk
Oct. 17, 2025 6 AM PT To the editor: Given the existential scale of oil-industry-caused climate change, Texas-based Sable Offshore Corp. should not be allowed to drill in waters off California’s coast (“How grand plans to restart oil drilling off...

The Six Items That Will Help You Prepare For The Texas Winter
While it is hard to believe, 2025 is coming to close very soon. This means one thing, winter is coming to Texas. But, being prepared for the winter is something all of us should now how to do. What Is A Texas Winter Sometimes Like? Unlike the...

Texas voters have final say on $20 billion package to secure state’s water supply
By Alejandra Martinez, The Texas Tribune October 17, 2025 LONGVIEW — In this part of Texas, residents stock up on bottled water in between boil notices. It’s part of life in a place where water pipes are old, corroded and falling apart. In the...

Flores exits governor race, launches bid for Texas Land Commissioner
Benjamin Flores, a member of the Bay City City Council, is pivoting his political ambitions: after earlier entering the race for Texas governor, he has withdrawn from that contest to run instead for Land Commissioner. Flores also announced his...
Recycle Day This Saturday, Oct. 18th
Monthly recycling is held the 3rd Saturday of each month from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. behind the Junior High on Post Oak Road in Fairfield, Texas. Next recycle day is this Saturday, October 18, 2025. –Paper Products: All newspapers, catalogs,...

Abbott activates Texas National Guard to assist state troopers at planned Austin protest
Gov. Greg Abbott activated the state’s National Guard in Austin ahead of planned Saturday protests condemning aggressive immigration enforcement. The “No Kings” protests will be taking place across the country to speak out against the Trump...

Weather changes ahead! Here’s why there’s a glimmer of hope for rain
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — You’ll notice some changes to the way the sky looks and the air feels on Thursday, and by Friday you might even need to use your umbrella for the first time in October! These changes are occurring ahead of a Pacific cool...

Security plans in place ahead of almost two dozen North Texas "No Kings" protests
More than 2,000 rallies are scheduled nationwide this weekend, including several in North Texas. The events are part of the "No Kings" protest movement, which is critical of President Trump and his administration. About 10,000 people turned out...

WFAA Weather Alert Day: A cold front brings scattered thunderstorms on Saturday
A cold front will move through North Texas on Saturday, bringing a few thunderstorms ahead of it, mainly in the afternoon. The window for anything strong will be between noon and 4. The risk of severe weather is very low, but slightly higher east...

Serving Homeowners Across North Texas with Roofs Built to Withstand Any Weather
When it comes to protecting your home, few investments are as important as a strong, reliable roof. In North Texas, where weather conditions can range from blistering heat to violent storms, homeowners need roofing solutions that are built to...

What will Arizona weather be like this winter? Here’s what we know
By USA Today Network via Reuters Connect Arizonans looking forward to cooler winter weather may be disappointed this season, as the National Weather Service said it predicts drier and warmer-than-normal conditions in the Southwest. Every season,...

New fleet of trucks aims to tackle Houston’s recycling & heavy trash pickup delays
HOUSTON – Months-old piles of heavy trash continue to frustrate Houston residents, but city officials say help is finally on the way. After widespread complaints and failing service grades, the City of Houston has announced the rollout of a new...

Tech Giants Sue Texas Over App Store Age-Verification Law, Citing Free Speech Risks
In a bold challenge to state-level internet regulations, major technology companies have filed a lawsuit against Texas, arguing that a new age-verification law for app stores constitutes an unconstitutional form of censorship. The suit, brought by...

Texas Leads the Way With New Anti-Drone Technology
(KNUE-FM) We know that law enforcement officers here in Texas work extremely hard to keep our communities safe. They risk their lives on a daily basis, and should be appreciated for all the sacrifices they make. And it’s great to hear that while...

Houston weather: Rain chances coming
By Friday and Saturday, the added moisture from the Gulf breezes will help trigger scattered showers and storms. HOUSTON - The extended stretch of unseasonably warm afternoons shows little sign of breaking through early next week. Average highs...

High-speed rail is an expensive fantasy — not a climate solution
Gov. Gavin Newsom and leaders in the California Legislature have reached a general agreement to provide long-term funding for the high-speed rail line from the “cap and invest” program. Before state residents breathe a sigh of relief that this...

Local Climate Action: The Scoop on Dallas’ Recently Approved Budget and the Climate Initiatives it Pays For
October 17, 2025 By Kathryn Guerra With an administration in Washington, D.C. that’s more interested in protecting fossil fuel corporate profit and a Texas Legislature that’s at best indifferent to the crisis, climate action at the local level is...

Isolated severe weather threat on Saturday for most of North Texas

National links: Loud crypto mine prompts pushback in Texas
Clouds in Texas' capital, Austin. The state and municipalities can set noise limits, but counties can't, per The Texas Tribune. Image by Corey Leopold licensed under Creative Commons. Crypto mining roars in Texas. Regenerative braking means money...

Increase in fire weather this weekend
Fire weather conditions are likely elevated this weekend as we await our frontal system to bring in some dry air. What we are tracking: A weak frontal system will continue to track towards the Crossroads bringing with it some very dry northerly...