Focus at Four: Expert on President Joe Biden dropping out of election

Focus at Four: Expert on President Joe Biden dropping out of election

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has become the latest Democrat to throw her support behind Vice-President Kamala Harris for the Democratic Presidential nomination. Biden’s decision to step aside comes after weeks of mounting pressure following his disastrous debate performance. Kirby Goidel, a political science professor at Texas A&M University, joined First…

Texas Senate forms special committee to look into Beryl response, with Brazos Valley senator as chairman

Texas Senate forms special committee to look into Beryl response, with Brazos Valley senator as chairman

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – Power has now been restored for the millions of Texans impacted by Beryl, and for some, it took over a week. The focus is now on why outages from the hurricane were so widespread – and so long-lasting. On July 17, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced the creation of the Senate…

See a ‘dive in’ movie with Bryan Parks & Recreation

See a ‘dive in’ movie with Bryan Parks & Recreation

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – Grab your floaties and get ready to catch a classic film at the Bryan Aquatic Center. The center will be showing a “dive-in” movie, featuring the family favorite, Finding Nemo (2003). Bryan Aquatics coordinator, Hayden Johnson, joined First News at Four on Monday. He said the screening includes food vendors. “We’ll…

USATF National Junior Olympics Track & Field Championship kicks off at Cushing Stadium

USATF National Junior Olympics Track & Field Championship kicks off at Cushing Stadium

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) – The USA Track & Field Junior Olympics kicked off Monday at Texas A&M University, bringing thousands of young athletes from across the nation to Aggieland. It’s the latest major event to take over the university this summer after the George Strait concert and Mexico versus Brazil soccer match in June….

Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial accepting additions to Wall of Honor

Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial accepting additions to Wall of Honor

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) – Do you have a beloved Veteran you’d like to honor? The Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial (BVVM) is accepting new additions to its Wall of Honor. The Veteran whose name is being added may be living, deceased, or active, and does not need to be a Brazos Valley resident. The cost…

Parent company of Olive Garden, Cheddar’s acquires Chuy’s

Parent company of Olive Garden, Cheddar’s acquires Chuy’s

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) – In a news release shared this month, Darden Restaurants announced it has agreed to acquire all of the outstanding shares of Chuy’s. The all-cash transaction is valued at $605 million. Chuy’s will now join the company that owns several high-profile restaurants including Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, Ruth’s Christ Steakhouse, Cheddars,…

Biden’s reelection exit gives unusual power to Texas’ 273 delegates. Here’s what could come next.

Biden’s reelection exit gives unusual power to Texas’ 273 delegates. Here’s what could come next.

“Biden’s reelection exit gives unusual power to Texas’ 273 delegates. Here’s what could come next.” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. President Joe Biden’s decision to drop his reelection bid Sunday threw…

Texas’ Christian-influenced curriculum spurs worries about bullying, church-state separation

Texas’ Christian-influenced curriculum spurs worries about bullying, church-state separation

“Texas’ Christian-influenced curriculum spurs worries about bullying, church-state separation” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Andy Wine thinks most children can understand the Golden Rule. Talking over your peers is rude. Insulting…