According to the American Burn Association, there are roughly 450,000 patients each year that receive hospital and emergency room treatment for a burn-related injury. Of these injuries, 3,400 deaths occur each year. Back in 2010, a fire-related death occurred every 169 minutes and an injury occurred every 30 minutes according … Continue reading
Motorcycles have long been a popular vehicle choice for many Americans, but they’ve also been a focal point for controversy over the years. Many states have seen helmet laws come and go throughout the last several decades, and issues involving safety and rider liberty have been ongoing. Throughout it all, … Continue reading
If you live out in the Bishop – Kingsville area then you have probably noticed the many changes occurring on U.S. 77. There are a number of traffic changes taking place as part of the $79 million dollar project to upgrade U.S. 77 between Driscoll and Kingsville. Two of the … Continue reading
In the intricate tapestry of valor and perseverance, few narratives stand out as profoundly as that of Le Roy and Rosie Torres. Their extraordinary journey, marked by triumph over seemingly insurmountable challenges, has not only captured the hearts of many but has earned them the prestigious title of Caller-Times Newsmakers … Continue reading
Yesterday marked the 50th anniversary of the horrific shooting that took place at the iconic tower at the University of Texas. Charles Whitman was a trained marine sniper who positioned himself atop the 27-story UT tower in 1966 and began shooting at will. This was the first mass shooting on … Continue reading
