Texas leaders approve Bible stories as required reading in schools
The Texas Board of Education has approved controversial changes to required reading lists for Texas public school students. They now include Bible passages.
The Texas Board of Education has approved controversial changes to required reading lists for Texas public school students. They now include Bible passages.
Giraffe that escaped Texas ranch spotted by helicopter, manager says
A giraffe that escaped a ranch in the Texas Hill Country two weeks ago has been located, according to the manager of the ranch.
A giraffe that escaped a ranch in the Texas Hill Country two weeks ago has been located, according to the manager of the ranch.
Police: Texas woman shot, stabbed, and dismembered partner before dumping remains
A 31-year-old woman has confessed to violently killing and dismembering a man with whom she lived, following an anonymous tip that led detectives to a Texas landfill, police said Thursday.
A 31-year-old woman has confessed to violently killing and dismembering a man with whom she lived, following an anonymous tip that led detectives to a Texas landfill, police said Thursday.
Giraffe loose in Texas: $5K reward offered for information leading to capture, safe return
A giraffe is on the lam after escaping a Texas ranch.
A giraffe is on the lam after escaping a Texas ranch.
Texas 7-year-old saves toddler brother from drowning, earns rare sheriff’s commendation
A 7-year-old North Texas boy has been nominated for a rare police commendation after his quick thinking and bravery saved his unresponsive 1-year-old brother from a backyard swimming pool, authorities said.
A 7-year-old North Texas boy has been nominated for a rare police commendation after his quick thinking and bravery saved his unresponsive 1-year-old brother from a backyard swimming pool, authorities said.
Overturned 18-wheeler releases at least 24 million honeybees, forcing Texas neighborhood lockdown
A Texas neighborhood was placed on lockdown after an 18-wheeler carrying up to 24 million honeybees overturned, unleashing massive swarms across the area, authorities said.
A Texas neighborhood was placed on lockdown after an 18-wheeler carrying up to 24 million honeybees overturned, unleashing massive swarms across the area, authorities said.
New World screwworm in Texas: New cases detected
The first case of New World screwworm in the United States was reported on June 3, 2026. Since then, the country has recorded 16 total cases across two states, all found in domestic animals rather than wildlife.
The first case of New World screwworm in the United States was reported on June 3, 2026. Since then, the country has recorded 16 total cases across two states, all found in domestic animals rather than wildlife.
Argentina’s Lionel Messi makes World Cup history in Texas
One of the biggest names in soccer made World Cup history in Texas on Monday.
One of the biggest names in soccer made World Cup history in Texas on Monday.
South Texas motorists use sledgehammers, shovels to rescue survivors of fiery plane crash
A twin-engine business jet carrying six people crashed onto a major Laredo highway and erupted in flames Tuesday night, killing one person and sparking a frantic rescue effort as passing motorists rushed toward the burning wreckage to pull survivors to safety.
A twin-engine business jet carrying six people crashed onto a major Laredo highway and erupted in flames Tuesday night, killing one person and sparking a frantic rescue effort as passing motorists rushed toward the burning wreckage to pull survivors to safety.
Tropical Storm Arthur makes landfall on Texas coast
Tropical Storm Arthur has made landfall on the Texas coast just hours after it formed.
Tropical Storm Arthur has made landfall on the Texas coast just hours after it formed.
Midland mass shooting leaves 1 dead, 10 injured; Suspect confirmed dead
A Midland city employee was identified Saturday as the person killed in a mass shooting that wounded 10 others before the gunman was later found dead, according to city officials.
A Midland city employee was identified Saturday as the person killed in a mass shooting that wounded 10 others before the gunman was later found dead, according to city officials.
FDA approves emergency use of medication to treat screwworm in dogs, cats
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday issued an emergency use authorization for a medication to be used to treat New World screwworm infestations in dogs and cats.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday issued an emergency use authorization for a medication to be used to treat New World screwworm infestations in dogs and cats.
Karmelo Anthony found guilty, sentenced to 35 years in prison for the 2025 track meet stabbing
Karmelo Anthony has been found guilty of murder in connection with the stabbing death of Austin Metcalf during a track meet last year. Anthony has been sentenced to 35 years in prison.
Karmelo Anthony has been found guilty of murder in connection with the stabbing death of Austin Metcalf during a track meet last year. Anthony has been sentenced to 35 years in prison.
Dog among 2 new screwworm cases; Canada blocks Texas livestock imports
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) on Monday confirmed two additional cases of New World screwworm, widening a multi-agency response that has already triggered international trade restrictions.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) on Monday confirmed two additional cases of New World screwworm, widening a multi-agency response that has already triggered international trade restrictions.
Screwworms in Texas: What an infestation means for livestock, beef supply and the economy
The return of the flesh-eating screwworm fly in Texas has ranchers and government agencies scrambling to contain what could threaten a $113 billion cattle industry in the U.S.
The return of the flesh-eating screwworm fly in Texas has ranchers and government agencies scrambling to contain what could threaten a $113 billion cattle industry in the U.S.
USDA confirms first US case of flesh-eating screwworm in Texas, triggering quarantines
Federal agricultural officials on Wednesday confirmed the first U.S. case of the destructive New World screwworm in a Texas calf, triggering emergency quarantine measures and sparking a sharp political clash over the adequacy of the government's response.
Federal agricultural officials on Wednesday confirmed the first U.S. case of the destructive New World screwworm in a Texas calf, triggering emergency quarantine measures and sparking a sharp political clash over the adequacy of the government's response.
USDA warns of flesh-eating screwworm found just 25 miles from US border
A flesh-eating parasite was found on a goat just miles away on the other side of the U.S. border with Mexico.
A flesh-eating parasite was found on a goat just miles away on the other side of the U.S. border with Mexico.
ICE agent charged in north Minneapolis shooting arrested in Texas
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent who was charged in a north Minneapolis shooting has been arrested in Texas Friday morning.
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent who was charged in a north Minneapolis shooting has been arrested in Texas Friday morning.
Dallas gas explosion at apartment complex leaves 3 dead, sends multiple others to hospital
A suspected gas explosion and fire were reported on Thursday at an apartment building in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas. Officials confirmed that at least three people were killed in the explosion, including a child.
A suspected gas explosion and fire were reported on Thursday at an apartment building in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas. Officials confirmed that at least three people were killed in the explosion, including a child.
Pooh Shiesty trial date set for alleged Gucci Mane kidnapping, robbery case
Rapper Pooh Shiesty is set to stand trial this July over federal allegations that he and eight others kidnapped and robbed Gucci Mane in Dallas.
Rapper Pooh Shiesty is set to stand trial this July over federal allegations that he and eight others kidnapped and robbed Gucci Mane in Dallas.