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Friday, July 11, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1919, the Longview Race Riot broke out, fueled by a newspaper article about a purported relationship between a local black man and a white woman. It was the second of 25 racial disturbances across America during what came to be known as the Red Summer.

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Officials Questioned Over Flood Warnings

At least 120 people are confirmed to have died in the July 4 flash floods in Kerr County and Central Texas. Volunteers and first responders continue to search along the Guadalupe River to find 161 people who are still missing.

President Trump is scheduled to visit the disaster area later today, having earlier approved a request for federal relief. Gov. Greg Abbott announced Wednesday that the Texas Workforce Commission is accepting applications for Disaster Unemployment Assistance.

Local officials have been questioned about their response to flood warnings. Kerrville Mayor Joe Herring Jr. said Wednesday he had not been informed about resources the state had deployed to the area before the flood, and a CodeRED mobile alert was reportedly delayed in the early morning hours on July 4.

Austin Fire Department Chief Joel G. Baker faced a vote of no confidence this week after he was accused of denying a request for assistance in Kerr County on July 3. The day before, state regulators signed off on an emergency plan at Camp Mystic.

On Wednesday, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller dismissed allegations that cloud seeding had contributed to the deadly flooding. "Let's put an end to the conspiracy theories," Miller said.

Abbott Releases Special Session Agenda

Gov. Greg Abbott released his agenda Wednesday for the special legislative session scheduled to start on July 21. Four directives related to flood preparedness and response are at the top of the 18-item list, which also includes regulating products containing THC.

Abbott is also calling on lawmakers to replace the high-stakes STAAR test for public school students, provide additional property tax relief, prohibit local governments from employing lobbyists, and propose a constitutional amendment to allow the attorney general to prosecute election crimes.

An issue likely to be contentious is the redrawing of Democratic congressional districts identified by the Department of Justice as "unconstitutional racial gerrymanders." A new map could favor Republicans.

Other issues likely to face Democratic opposition are enhanced restrictions on abortion—such as banning the purchase or distribution of abortion pills.

Texans Express Support for Flood Victims

Texans are turning to prayer, public displays, art, and music to show their solidarity with the victims of the July 4 flash floods.

Hundreds of people attended a Wednesday night vigil at Tivy High School's Antler Stadium in Kerrville to pray for those affected by the disaster. A similar event was held in Coryell County. "We're reminded of the power of prayer," said organizer Bryce Ballard.

Several law enforcement agencies escorted the body of Odessa police officer Bailey Martin from Travis County to his hometown, where residents lined the streets to honor his service. A police procession also accompanied the body of 21-year-old Conroe resident Claire "Reese" Manchaca from Kerrville.

Texans across the state are tying green ribbons around trees to show their support for the communities affected by the floods. In recent days, the Memorial City Mall in Houston and a building at the San Antonio Zoo have been illuminated with green light.

Leo Soto of Miami has supplied a "Wall of Hope" in Kerrville for families to honor lost loved ones. A carpenter from Ingram is building a massive cross to be erected at Camp Mystic. Musician Lauren Tyler shared a song she had written.

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Hope for Texas flood survivors

You've seen the reports about the devastating death toll and massive destruction caused by floods in Texas. At least 120 people lost their lives, and more than 170 are still missing. Now, you can help the survivors.

Convoy of Hope is on the ground in central Texas, delivering vital relief supplies to families in crisis. We're ensuring those who've lost everything don't also lose hope.

The Flyover is matching the first $2,000 donated—please help now!

Torrential rains caused the Guadalupe River to rise 26 feet in just 45 minutes—the worst flooding the U.S. has seen in decades. Survivors are overwhelmed with shock, grief, and tremendous loss. Urgent needs include food, water, cleaning supplies, hygiene kits, and other essentials.

Since 1994, Convoy of Hope has served more than 300 million people facing disaster, hunger, and crisis. They are ranked by Forbes as one of America's 40 Top Charities, so you can give with confidence.

The Flyover will match every dollar of the first $2,000 donated. Your immediate gift will let flood survivors know they're not alone. Help them feed their families, recover, and begin to rebuild with dignity and hope.

➤ Collin County: State Sen. Angela Paxton (R-McKinney) has filed for divorce from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, citing "biblical grounds" and "recent discoveries." Ken Paxton announced that he and Angela "have decided to start a new chapter in our lives." (More)

➤ Houston: Chinese nationals Xu Zewei and Zhang Yu have been charged by federal authorities for allegedly stealing COVID-19-related research from several U.S. universities by hacking into their computer systems. Xu is awaiting extradition to the U.S. in Italy, while Zhang remains at large. (See Details)

➤ Austin: Timothy Leiweke, the CEO of venue management company Oak View Group, has been charged by the DOJ for allegedly rigging bids at the Moody Center at the University of Texas. His company has agreed to pay a $15 million fine. (More)

➤ Waco: Baylor University is returning a $643,000 grant to study specific issues related LGBTQIA+ individuals and women. In a Wednesday statement, the school said the scope of the grant "extended into advocacy for perspectives on human sexuality that are inconsistent with Baylor's institutional policies." (More)

➤ Alvarado: The FBI is searching for former Marine Corps reservist Benjamin Hanil Song, who is accused of purchasing weapons used in the July 4 ambush at the federal Prairieland Detention Center. A $10,000 reward is being offered for information leading to his capture. (See Details)

➤ Lubbock: Financial advisors Joshua Allen and Michael Cox have been charged by federal authorities for allegedly orchestrating a multimillion-dollar Ponzi scheme. (See Details)

➤ Austin: The city has begun enforcement of a new rule requiring landlords to provide tenants with air conditioning units that can maintain an indoor temperature at least 15 degrees below the outdoor temperature. It also sets the maximum allowable indoor temperature at 85 degrees. (More)

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➤ Texas Tech booster Cody Campbell announced he's creating a nonprofit called "Saving College Sports" to lobby Congress to establish additional legal parameters for collegiate athletics. (More)

➤ Baylor's Nathaniel Ezekiel has been named one of three finalists for the prestigious Bowerman Award, which is given to the nation's most outstanding college track athlete. (More)

➤ Major League Soccer, FC Dallas, Austin FC, and Houston Dynamo FC are jointly donating $500,000 to flood relief efforts. (More)

➤ Houston Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes is replacing José Ramírez of the Cleveland Guardians in the American League's starting lineup for Tuesday's All-Star Game. (See Details)

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➤ James Avery, a family-owned jewelry company based in Kerrville, is donating $1 million to flood relief efforts. Other companies that have pledged support include Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, Carrollton's Fairway Home Mortgage, Austin's Kendra Scott, and Irving-based electricity retailer Vistra. Michael Dell and Raising Cane's founder Todd Graves have also made donations. (More)

➤ Texas is the second-best state in the country for business, trailing only North Carolina, according to a new CNBC ranking. Texas ranks No. 1 in workforce skill and No. 2 in technology and innovation. (More)

➤ Media giant Hearst is acquiring the Dallas Morning News for nearly $75 million. Hearst publishes 28 daily newspapers, including the Houston Chronicle, San Antonio Express-News, and Austin American-Statesman. (More)

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Flood survivors in Texas need your help. Torrential rains and flash floods have devastated communities across Central Texas—homes destroyed, families displaced, lives upended. At least 120 people lost their lives, and more than 170 are still missing.

Convoy of Hope is on the ground now, working with local churches and responders to deliver food, clean water, hygiene kits, and essential relief. Please support these efforts with your gift today!

The Flyover will match the first $2,000 donated for double impact.

Your compassionate gift will bring hope and help to families who have lost everything.

Please act now.

➤ Tokyo Joshi Pro-Wrestling, an all-female wrestling group from Japan, visited Texas for the first time last night in Houston. They're in Houston again tonight and in Dallas Sunday night. (More)

➤ Meanwhile, Shurretta "Chiccn" Metcalf, a 40-year-old mom from Oak Cliff who won the IBF bantamweight title last October, will fight Cherneka Johnson tonight in Madison Square Garden. The fight is part of the undercard for Netflix's second live boxing event. (More)

➤ Golf-focused social media influencers like Prosper-based Good Good Golf, which boasts 1.8 million subscribers on YouTube, are generating interest in the sport among younger fans and contributing to its profitability in Texas. (See Details)

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