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 15 total…
Talarico leads Paxton in first post-runoff poll of Senate race
Texas state Rep. James Talarico has the early advantage over Attorney General Ken Paxton in their bids for the U.S. Senate in the first poll released since Paxton won the…
California man sentenced to 5+ years for smuggling 1,700 reptiles through El Paso border
A California man has been sentenced to over five years in federal prison for running a massive smuggling ring that illegally moved more than 1,700 reptiles across the El Paso…
Judge blocks renaming of Kennedy Center after Trump
A federal judge has blocked the two-year closure of the Kennedy Center, and an effort to rename the facility to include President Donald Trump's name.
CDC asking for employee volunteers to help with Ebola screenings
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is requesting staffers to serve as volunteers for Ebola screenings of travelers arriving in the U.S. Here's what we know.
Southwest updates its seat policy for plus-size passengers
Southwest has updated its extra-seat policy for plus-size travelers. Here's what to know.
Houston man trapped inside garbage truck rescued by firefighters
Houston firefighters rescued a man who became trapped inside a garbage truck after being dumped inside on Friday morning in southwest Houston.
Angelo State first in Texas to offer ‘fast track’ air traffic controller program
A West Texas university will become the first in the state to offer advanced air traffic controller training that will allow graduates to skip the Federal Aviation Administration Academy.
What is an Ozone Action Day?
You’ll occasionally hear the term Ozone Action Day mentioned during your local newscast.
11-car train derailment near Hempstead at Washington Avenue
Houston Transtar is reporting a road closure north of I-10 near Memorial Park after an 11-car train derailment on Friday morning.
Woman dies after snorkeling trip off Key West
A 63-year-old Mississippi woman died after being found unresponsive while snorkeling near Mule Key off Key West.