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We've heard of saving cats from the tree... But it isn't everyday you see an animal stuck in the middle of the freeway... Well Shontelle A. Porter from Splendora Texas just north of Houstonwas the hero of the day on Wednesday May 24th 2017.   "I couldn't keep going after I figured out that it was what it was trapped on the intersection I had to back my truck up I just couldn't keep going..God bless hlm, he's a little scratched up on his nose in his little mouth  butt he's very thankful I can tell he's just sitting in...

If you’re going to visit Texas, you know that Whataburger has to be at the top of your to-do list. This applies to everyone, including Adam Clayton and Larry Mullen Jr of the band U2 as both decided to make a quick burger stop after their show here in Houston Wednesday. (Cont'd Below)   Meanwhile at Whataburger. Photo credit needed. #adamclayton sports a kimono enroute to airport #U2TheJoshuaTreeTour2017 @U2Community pic.twitter.com/AQE326aB2P — BOOMCHA 🌐 (@allad1nsane) May 25, 2017   We have all done it at one point or another, maybe late night after a round of drinks,  perhaps for a quick midnight snack,...

A virus that affects crustaceans is threatening the crawfish industry in Louisiana. It’s called the White Spot Syndrome Virus, or WSSV. Despite its name, researchers say it doesn’t change the way a crawfish looks. The virus wipes out large and medium size crawfish. It can also make them sluggish and weak. Houston-area crawfish distributor Vincent Florio, owner of Critter Runners, has been keeping a close eye on the situation. He imports more than 300 sacks of crawfish a day from Louisiana during the height of the season. (Cont'd Below) “I ended up calling a friend of mine earlier this year...

HOUSTON -- A big rig trailer didn't clear a bridge north of downtown, striking the overpass and crumpling the top of the rig's trailer. KHOU The incident occurred in the Judge Alfred Hernandez Tunnel on 550 N. Main shortly before noon Thursday. KHOU There were no reports of injuries. No other vehicles appeared to be involved in the incident. (Cont'd Below) The tunnel has been shut down until further notice due to bridge damage. Via KHOU

If you’re searching for a summer adventure in Texas, there are so many options available it can feel a bit overwhelming. This list includes some of the best of the best, helping to narrow down all of those possibilities so that you can plan your ideal trip. 1. Listen to the mysterious sounds at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, Fredericksburg Enchanted Rock is a huge dome made up of pink granite that soars 425 feet above the ground. What makes it one of the state’s top adventures, is that it’s rather mysterious. When a cool night follows a warm day,...