SUMMARY: An intense March storm is set to affect over 100 million people in the U.S., bringing a mix of fires, blizzards, tornadoes, and flooding as it moves eastward across the Great Plains. Meteorologist Benjamin Reppert notes that while the storm’s strength is notable, such weather is typical for spring due to extreme temperature contrasts. The National Weather Service predicts strong winds with gusts up to 80 mph, heightening fire risks in the Southern Plains, while blizzards may hit the northern regions. The storm could intensify into a bomb cyclone, resulting in stronger winds and heavy rainfall, especially along the East Coast.

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SUMMARY: A documentary about creosote contamination from a Union Pacific Railroad yard in Fifth Ward premiered, highlighting the cancer cluster believed to be caused by the contamination. The film aims to raise awareness and encourage community members to sign up for free cancer screenings. Houston council member Dr. Leticia Plummer is leading the initiative, which includes door-to-door outreach. The screenings will monitor cancer progression and potentially improve survival rates. The program starts with 200 participants but will expand. Residents are urged to join the effort to address the long-standing health impacts in the Fifth Ward.

The documentary Fifth Ward Exposed: Community, Contamination, and Cancer premiered at the Deluxe Theater Thursday night.

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SUMMARY: The Texas Longhorns defeated the Texas A&M Aggies 94-89 in a dramatic double-overtime game at the Southeastern Conference tournament, keeping their NCAA Tournament hopes alive. The Longhorns, led by Tre Johnson’s key 3-pointer and Kadin Shedrick’s perfect 10-for-10 free throw performance, will face Tennessee in the quarterfinals. Texas A&M’s Wade Taylor IV scored a game-high 29 points, but despite his efforts, the Aggies couldn’t hold off Texas. Texas had six players in double figures, and both teams struggled with foul trouble, as five players fouled out. Texas now hopes this victory will secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament.

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