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Johnny Garcia: Texas congressional candidate’s police record under fire
New records show the Texas House hopeful faced multiple suspensions during his career as a sheriff’s deputy, including one over a stolen firearm.
Texas 23rd District race heats up with cookie drama and Nazi debate
Democrat Katy Padilla Stout and Republican Brandon Herrera are clashing over campaign spending and online content as the election approaches.
Amber Guyger released from prison seven years after Botham Jean murder
The former Dallas police officer, convicted of killing her neighbor in his own apartment, was granted parole despite family opposition.
Camp East Montana: Lawsuit alleges dangerous conditions at ICE facility
A new court filing exposes claims of abuse, medical neglect, and disease outbreaks at the US's largest immigration detention center.
Elon Musk: The $158M rescue mission saving the GOP in Texas
The tech mogul is back in his bag with a massive donation aimed at keeping the Texas Senate seat red.
Elon Musk: The $158M rescue mission saving the GOP in Texas
The world's richest man is single-handedly bankrolling a massive push to keep Texas red and prevent a midterm disaster for the GOP.
Texas mom's stolen medication replaced after theft at state fair
A stranger stepped up to cover the cost of life-saving seizure meds for a 3-year-old boy after his mom was robbed at the State Fair of Texas.
James Talarico flips the script on border policy in new campaign ad
The Texas Senate candidate is pivoting to a moderate tone on immigration, but his past record is causing some serious side-eye.
Austin man finds live WWII grenades in estate sale box
A simple thrift find turned into a high-stakes bomb squad situation after a local resident realized his new haul contained active explosives.
Miguel Parra-Hernandez: Man struck by ICE vehicle in Houston
A Texas man is in ICE custody with severe injuries after being hit by an unmarked federal vehicle during a pursuit that didn't involve him.
Texas vs. Oklahoma: Red River Rivalry betting preview and key storylines
The No. 1 Longhorns head to the Cotton Bowl looking to keep their win streak alive against a struggling Sooners squad.
ICE agents hit man with vehicle during enforcement action in Houston
A man was hospitalized Saturday morning after being struck by an official vehicle during an ICE operation in the Houston area.
Donald Trump faces chaotic Texas rally as protests interrupt his speech
The President’s stop in San Antonio was derailed by multiple demonstrators and brewing tension over a tight Senate race.
James Talarico: Texas Senate race heats up as flu sidelines candidate
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Donald Trump poked fun at James Talarico’s 11-day campaign absence, but the Democrat says he’ll be back this weekend.
Donald Trump rally in San Antonio interrupted by multiple ejections
At least 10 protesters were escorted out of a Texas event as President Trump campaigned for Ken Paxton in a tight Senate race.
Texas mom accused of stabbing family amid struggle with mental health
Holly Leeann Flores faces multiple felony charges after an alleged attack on her husband and two young children inside their Northlake home.
Data Centers: The massive blue-collar hiring spree you didn't see coming
Tech infrastructure is lowkey fueling a massive demand for skilled tradespeople, and the industry says they need way more workers to keep the lights on.
Bobby Pulido: Texas House candidate faces backlash over past social media
The Grammy-winning singer is under fire after resurfaced posts reveal a history of vulgar comments toward women.
U.S. Coast Guard and Mexican forces in border gunfire exchange
A September 26 shootout in Texas has prompted a surge of military personnel and closer coordination between U.S. and Mexican border forces.
Rana Nofal Soluri: Missing flight attendant's body found in Texas creek
After vanishing over a year ago, the Envoy Air flight attendant’s remains were finally discovered, leading to a murder charge for her roommate.
Texas Stock Exchange: The new economic center of gravity for America
As capital shifts away from traditional coastal hubs, Texas is making a serious play to become the nation's next major financial powerhouse.
Texas Senate race: Can Democrat James Talarico finally flip the Lone Star State?
Voters at the Texas State Fair are weighing if the Democratic nominee can overcome GOP dominance and secure a historic statewide win this November.
Gina Hinojosa: Latino leaders push DGA for Texas governor race cash
A new poll showing Gina Hinojosa ahead of Greg Abbott has ignited calls for a $10M DGA investment in the Lone Star State.
Big Bend: Federal judge halts Trump border wall construction in national park
A court order has officially hit pause on plans to build border infrastructure inside the Texas park, marking a major win for environmental advocates.
Dennis Rodman hits the campaign trail with Trump in Texas
The NBA icon linked up with the president as talk of renewed North Korean diplomacy heats up.
Donald Trump responds to leaked audio of Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton
The president shrugged off comments from his ally suggesting a GOP convention hurt Republican polling numbers.
Texas Senate race: Could James Talarico finally flip the Lone Star State?
Democrat James Talarico is fighting to become the first candidate to win a statewide race in Texas in over 30 years.
Jasmine Crockett faces backlash over PAC endorsement list
The Texas Democrat is catching heat from a former colleague after omitting Senate nominee James Talarico from her latest list of endorsements.
Hurricane Polo: Massive storm threatens U.S. with trillions of gallons of rain
After hammering Mexico, the hurricane is tracking toward the Southwest with a massive water dump, while a second storm, Rachel, is already on the horizon.
Wilber Rafael Garces Perez charged after ICE agent shooting in Texas
A Venezuelan man who was shot by federal immigration authorities while allegedly attempting to evade arrest now faces charges of assaulting an officer.
Texas man crashes car into Kroger because he really needed the bathroom
A Rosenberg, Texas local decided to take a 'drive-thru' approach to bathroom access after finding the grocery store doors locked.
Thom Tillis calls Trump's support for Ken Paxton a 'colossal mistake'
The outgoing GOP senator claims Trump's endorsement of Paxton over John Cornyn in the Texas primary has put a crucial seat at risk.
Texas election 2026: voters split on whether the state turns blue
As November 3 approaches, Texans at the State Fair share mixed feelings on the state's political future and the economic pressures driving their votes.
Alejandra Franco: Tarleton State rodeo athlete dies after arena accident
The 20-year-old student-athlete was a standout mentor on campus and a beloved teammate, leaving friends and family mourning a 'true Texan.'
Crystal Mason acquitted in Texas illegal voting case after 10-year battle
The state's highest court has let an acquittal stand, finally closing a long-running legal saga over a provisional ballot cast by mistake.
Ker'Sean Ramey executed in Texas after 2005 triple murder
The 41-year-old inmate was put to death Wednesday, just one week after his accomplice faced the same sentence for the same 2005 crimes.
Elizabeth Holmes is leaving prison for a halfway house
The Theranos founder is trading her prison cell for an Austin community center in 2027.
Texas executes man for 2005 triple murder in Edna
Ker’Sean Ramey was put to death by lethal injection following a 2005 robbery gone wrong, marking the state's sixth execution this year.
Texas is the new solar king, and it’s a massive W for farmers
The oil capital of the U.S. is pivoting to solar power, providing a crucial financial safety net for rural landowners.