A legal fight over who controls evidence in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal agents is shaping up to be a major test of law enforcement accountability, state sovereignty and public trust in […]
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David Flash (david.flash@gmail.com) is a marketing executive and digital media publisher for Big Bend Times, the media outlet with the largest audience in Texas's Transpecos region. With over ten years in sales and marketing, he excels in omnichannel marketing strategies that boost growth, revenue, and customer loyalty in various industries. Flash earned a Master of Science in Digital Audience Strategy from Arizona State University, a Bachelor of Arts in History with a Business Minor from The University of Texas at Austin, and a certificate in Sales Development Science from Texas Tech University. He holds certifications in email marketing, social media marketing, and Google Ads, showcasing his expertise in leveraging digital platforms for marketing success.
As data centers jostle to get on Texas’ grid, ERCOT promises new rules for planning
Image: The state’s main grid operator is expected to detail a new way to review requests for major power consumers like data centers. Eddie Gaspar/The Texas Tribune Inside Climate News, The Texas TribuneJanuary 19, 2026 Texas’ […]
As immigrant arrests rise, here’s what to know about ICE operations in Texas
Photo: Austin Police Department officers and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents guide a van out of the J.J. Pickle Federal Building in downtown Austin on April 1, 2025. Eddie Gaspar/The Texas Tribune Colleen DeGuzman, The […]
China rejects U.S. ‘China threat’ framing in Greenland dispute, state media reports
China pushed back Monday on what it described as U.S. attempts to use a “China threat” narrative in connection with Greenland, according to a report from China Focus, a state-controlled media outlet. China Focus said […]
Trump unveils “Great Healthcare Plan,” but proposal raises major unanswered questions
President Donald J. Trump is calling on Congress to pass what the White House is branding as “The Great Healthcare Plan,” a wide-ranging proposal the administration says is designed to lower healthcare costs for Americans […]
Texas TSA Case Raises Serious Questions About Due Process, Bodily Searches, and Accountability
A Transportation Security Administration enforcement case stemming from an incident at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is raising broader concerns about how TSA handles allegations involving bodily searches, medical accommodations, retaliation, and the right to a hearing—particularly […]
White House Social Media Posts Preview Proposed $1.5 Trillion Military Budget
The White House published a series of social media posts highlighting a statement from President Donald J. Trump indicating that the administration believes the U.S. military budget for fiscal year 2027 should increase from $1 […]
AUS Open House to Spotlight Local Artists, Invite Public Input on Future Airport Art
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is inviting the public to help shape its future art installations by attending a special open house later this month. The event will feature a meet-and-greet with seven local artists selected […]
Puzzler Endurance Race Returns to Test the Limits of Mountain Bikers in West Texas
Franklin Mountains State Park, the largest urban state park in North America, will once again echo with the grind of gears and the grit of determination as riders from across the Southwest gather for the […]
American Airlines Signals Premium Push With New Customer Experience Leadership and Fleet Upgrades
American Airlines is signaling a renewed focus on premium travelers and a more consistent onboard experience as it heads into 2026, combining leadership changes with technology upgrades and new aircraft entering service. The Fort Worth–based […]
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