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“The recent confirmation of HPAI in Brazoria County is a reminder ... their contact with wild birds. Residents are urged to report any signs of illness in birds to animal health officials.

In related developments, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal ... Union County. In four other states, the virus turned up in backyard flocks in South Dakota (Gregory County), Georgia ...

Reaction is pouring in following the shooting of a Brazoria County deputy on Wednesday. Statements include from Texas Governor Greg Abbott, Texas Senator Ted Cruz, Texas Senator John Cornyn, and ...

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- The Houston Police Department said the suspect accused of shooting and killing Brazoria County Deputy Jesus ... K-9 to the Westbury Animal Hospital.

HOUSTON — We're learning more about the Brazoria County Sheriff's Office deputy who was shot and killed in southwest Houston on Wednesday. According to authorities, the incident unfolded around ...

"All residents and visitors should be aware that rabies may be currently present in the wild animal population," a county statement said. The rabies virus is found in saliva and is usually passed ...

ASHTABULA, Ohio — More than 250 animals ... County Commissioner Casey Kozlowski. “Their significant logistical support, along with the efforts of our county humane agents and the ODNR Wildlife ...

HOUSTON (KIAH) — The suspect who shot and killed a Brazoria County deputy has been shot and killed by law enforcement officers on Wednesday. Houston police said in a social media post that the ...