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Blanco follows no-hitter with six 1-hit innings as Astros beat Rangers – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

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www.nbcdfw.com – Stephen Hawkins – 2024-04-07 16:48:15

SUMMARY: Houston Astros right-hander Ronel Blanco continued his dominant pitching streak by following up a no-hitter with six scoreless innings and a one-hit performance against the Texas Rangers. The Astros won 3-1, with Yordan Alvarez hitting a three-run homer. Blanco held the Rangers hitless until the sixth inning when Adolis García got a single. Josh Hader got his first save since joining the Astros. The Rangers had a three-game winning streak snapped and their lineup had a hit in back-to-back games for the first time since 2018. Justin Verlander and Josh Sborz were dealing with injuries for the Astros and Rangers, respectively.

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Third suspect arrested in Round Rock Juneteenth celebration shooting

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www.kxan.com – Julianna Russ – 2024-07-07 06:47:15

SUMMARY: A third suspect was arrested in connection with the deadly June 15 shooting at a Juneteenth celebration in Round Rock, Texas. The incident at Old Settlers Park resulted in two deaths and 14 injuries after a fight broke out between two groups, with innocent bystanders being the victims. 18-year-old Keshawn Dixon was apprehended in Killeen, charged with deadly conduct, and taken to Bell County Jail. Previously, 17-year-old Ricky Thompson III and a male juvenile had been arrested in connection to the shooting. The investigation is ongoing, and additional charges and suspects are being pursued by the Round Rock Police Department.

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Rafah is a dusty, rubble-strewn ghost town 2 months after Israel invaded to root out Hamas – KXAN Austin

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www.kxan.com – OHAD ZWIGENBERG, Associated Press – 2024-07-07 05:00:12

SUMMARY: Rafah, a city in the Gaza Strip, has become a deserted, war-ravaged area following a two-month Israeli military invasion targeting Hamas, their final stronghold in Gaza. Abandoned buildings and rubble dominate the landscape, with few civilians remaining. Israel alleges that Hamas turned civilian areas into combat zones, creating deadly traps. Approximately 1.4 million Palestinians fled to Rafah, now reduced to around 50,000 under dire conditions in a “humanitarian area.” Aid efforts are stalled, with dangerous routes and limited access to resources. The humanitarian crisis worsens as Israel pushes forward its offensive, despite significant challenges in aid delivery and civilian survival.

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Beryl bears down on Texas, where it is expected to hit after regaining hurricane strength – KXAN Austin

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www.kxan.com – JUAN LOZANO and JIM VERTUNO, Associated Press – 2024-07-07 04:14:42

SUMMARY: Tropical Storm Beryl is heading towards Texas, expected to regain hurricane status before making landfall on Monday. Currently with 60 mph winds, Beryl is moving northwest and could become a Category 1 hurricane. Texas coastal areas are under hurricane and storm surge warnings, prompting preparations for heavy rain, wind, and flooding. Acting Governor Dan Patrick issued a preemptive disaster declaration. Coastal cities have called for voluntary evacuations and advised campers and tourists to relocate. Prior to this, Beryl caused fatalities and damage in the Caribbean and Mexico. Residents are advised to take precautions, with store supplies depleting rapidly.

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