Nicole Marino

1 day ago | kbtx.com | Nicole Marino

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - As many pet parents struggle to provide for their furry family members, Aggieland Humane Society is hoping its new pet food pantry will help keep the families together. Higher prices, lingering inflation, and more expensive bills during the summer can put people in difficult positions. Paying bills can become a challenge and paying for pet food can become a burden.

2 days ago | kbtx.com | Nicole Marino

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) - The City of College Station wants to inspire a younger generation of first responders through a summer program called “Community Action Safety Training.” “CAST” is a joint camp between the College Station Fire Department (CSFD) and the College Station Police Department (CSPD) to show how first responders work together. Fifteen kids aged eight to 12 years old are participating in the 4-day summer camp.

3 days ago | kbtx.com | Nicole Marino

NAVASOTA, Texas (KBTX) - Businesses across the state are now allowed to sell fireworks ahead of Independence Day, and a Navasota firework stand is kicking it into high gear. According to the National Fireworks Association, the majority of consumer fireworks are made in China. With ongoing trade negotiations, many buyers are wondering how they will affect their total cost of fun. One of the largest fireworks operations in our area is located in Navasota.

4 days ago | kbtx.com | Nicole Marino

BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) - The Trump administration is removing the national hotline service tailored to the LGBTQ+ community next month. The change is prompting Brazos Valley advocates to speak out about its need. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services administration announced the 988 suicide and crisis lifeline will no longer offer specific care for the LGBTQ+ community, starting on July 17.

1 week ago | kbtx.com | Nicole Marino

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) - A young boy from College Station is preparing to compete for a world title in taekwondo, and he is eager to show the judges what he can do. Competitors from 28 countries and all 50 states will be vying for the top title at the World American Taekwondo Association Championship in Phoenix, Arizona this July. It’s something 11-year-old Cullen House has been working toward for more than half his life, and now he’s eager to show the judges what he can do.