Galveston Responds to Charles Barkley's 'Dirty Ass Water' Comments

WATCH | Hurricane Beryl Intensifies: Category 2 Storm Threatens Texas, Schools Close, Oil Ports Shut

Hurricane Beryl is barreling towards the Texas coast, posing a grave threat to communities and industries. Originally a devastating Category 5 storm in the Caribbean, Beryl has regained strength as a Category 1 hurricane over warm Gulf waters, with forecasts suggesting it could reach Category 2 before landfall near Houston. Acting Governor Patrick has declared a state of emergency across 120 counties, prompting school closures and preemptive flight cancellations. Major oil ports in Corpus Christi, Galveston, and Houston are shut down, anticipating disruptions to oil exports and refinery operations. As coastal towns prepare for Beryl's impact, emergency responders urge residents to heed evacuation orders due to potential power outages and severe flooding. Stay updated on this developing situation with our coverage. #HurricaneBeryl #TexasStorm #Category2Hurricane #EmergencyPreparedness #HoustonWeather #OilIndustryImpact #TexasNews #USNews ~HT.178~PR.274~ED.194~GR.125~

Interesting Facts About Juneteenth

Interesting Facts About Juneteenth. Juneteenth, which falls on June 19, marks the day General Gordon Granger announced to slaves in Galveston, Texas, that they were free. Here are some things to know about the historic event. President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, two and a half years prior to Granger's announcement, but slaves in Texas were not aware that they were free. The migration of freedpeople to northern regions or to track down family members became known as “the scatter.”. Juneteenth was recognized as a federal holiday on June 17, 2021. The Juneteenth flag is full of symbolism, with the bursting “new star” representing a new freedom and a new people

Musk says he will move SpaceX and X to Texas after California passes gender-identity law

Shelley Duvall, Star of 'The Shining,' Dead at 75 | THR News Video

Shelley Duvall, the actress known for playing Wendy Torrance in 'The Shining' and starring in numerous Robert Altman films, has died. She was 75. Dan Gilroy, Duvall's life partner since 1989, told The Hollywood Reporter she died in her sleep of complications from diabetes at her home in Blanco, Texas. He said, "My dear, sweet, wonderful life partner and friend left us. Too much suffering lately, now she’s free. Fly away, beautiful Shelley."

Beryl downgraded after slamming Texas with deadly rains, wind

Netflix to Open Entertainment, Dining and Shopping Complexes in 2025

Netflix to Open Entertainment, Dining, and Shopping Complexes in 2025. Two Netflix Houses will open in the U.S. next year, 'Variety' reports. They will be located in King of Prussia, PA, and Dallas, TX. They will be located in King of Prussia, PA, and Dallas, TX. They will occupy former department stores that are over 100,000 square feet. . Within the Netflix Houses, there will be shopping outlets, restaurants and "experiential activities" linked to big franchises such as 'Bridgerton,' 'Stranger Things' and 'Squid Game,' 'Variety' reports. . Within the Netflix Houses, there will be shopping outlets, restaurants and "experiential activities" linked to big franchises such as 'Bridgerton,' 'Stranger Things' and 'Squid Game,' 'Variety' reports. . Within the Netflix Houses, there will be shopping outlets, restaurants and "experiential activities" linked to big franchises such as 'Bridgerton,' 'Stranger Things' and 'Squid Game,' 'Variety' reports. . Within the Netflix Houses, there will be shopping outlets, restaurants and "experiential activities" linked to big franchises such as 'Bridgerton,' 'Stranger Things' and 'Squid Game,' 'Variety' reports. . The new Netflix Houses will build upon previous pop-ups that have been staged for popular series and Netflix Bites... The new Netflix Houses will build upon previous pop-ups that have been staged for popular series and Netflix Bites... ... in order to “create an unforgettable venue to explore your favorite Netflix stories and characters beyond the screen year-round,” Netflix said. At Netflix House, you can enjoy regularly updated immersive experiences, indulge in retail therapy, and get a taste — literally — of your favorite Netflix series and films through unique food and drink offerings, Marian Lee, Netflix’s chief marketing officer, via statement. We’ve launched more than 50 experiences in 25 cities, and Netflix House represents the next generation of our distinctive offerings. , Marian Lee, Netflix’s chief marketing officer, via statement. The venues will bring our beloved stories to life in new, ever-changing and unexpected ways, Marian Lee, Netflix’s chief marketing officer, via statement