Former Lt. Gov. nominee sues Texas over independent candidate rules
A former Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor is suing Texas over what he calls an “insurmountable" burden to get on the ballot as an independent…
Texas primary runoff elections: Fort Bend County experiencing county-wide poll book issue
The Fort Bend County Elections Office has confirmed they are experiencing a county-wide issue with their poll book.
Canada’s oil-rich province of Alberta to vote on separating from country
A vote will be held this fall on whether Alberta should stay in Canada or take legal steps under the Constitution to hold a binding referendum on leaving.
Joshua Lahai: Young swimmer’s body recovered from Surfside Beach
Surfside Beach police report they have recovered the body of Joshua Lahai, the young swimmer who was reported missing on Sunday.
Is ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ closing? Florida congressman speaks at ICE detention center
State leaders are addressing the rumored June closure of the Everglades Detention Facility, known as "Alligator Alcatraz." A May 26 press conference comes before a tour of the facility.
Dog accidentally fires shotgun, striking woman yards away during chaotic gas station stop
A dog reportedly triggered a shotgun inside a truck during a stop at a Nebraska gas station Saturday, sending a blast through the vehicle and injuring a woman in another…
Sonny Rollins, influential jazz saxophonist, dies at 95
Sonny Rollins, the saxophonist known for his bold, distinctive tone and constant experimentation, has died at the age of 95.
Chemical explosion at Longview, WA facility injures multiple people
A major chemical explosion injured multiple people at the Nippon plant in Longview on Tuesday morning, triggering a massive emergency response that has forced officials to close off the surrounding…
Texas primary runoff: It’s election day
Polls are now open across Texas for the primary runoff elections.
Rescue underway of person in ship channel near La Porte, says Port of Houston
Authorities are working to rescue at least one person who is ended up in the eater in the ship channel near La Porte, according to the Port of Houston.
Man found shot dead in vehicle in east Harris County
Harris County officials investigate after a man's body was found inside a vehicle in east Harris County on Tuesday.