Houston boy born with disfigured eye moves family to tears after eye transformation
An 11-year-old boy from Houston was born with a disfigured eye and, with the help of a local optometrist, he's found a way for both…
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Abbott asks feds to pay back $10 billion for border security operation
Texas has formally asked the federal government to pay back more than $10 billion used for the state’s border security efforts.
$250K bond for suspect in Humble shootout that injured constable deputies
Edgar Villegas is accused of shooting two constable deputies last Friday night, sending one of them to a hospital.
Trump headlining Great American State Fair kick-off celebration on National Mall
President Donald Trump will take the stage on the National Mall on Wednesday night, launching a multi-day celebration of America’s 250th birthday in the nation's capital.
TSA partners with Google Wallet for TSA PreCheck Touchless ID
The TSA announced a partnership with Google Wallet, allowing eligible travelers to enroll in TSA PreCheck Touchless ID directly through the app. See the U.S. airports where it's available.
Thousands of mayflies swarm town in Ohio – and it’s actually a good thing
Officials from the Ohio Division of Wildlife stumbled upon thousands of mayflies in the middle of Ottawa County this week.
Texas DPS Trooper seriously injured, driver killed in head-on crash in West Texas
A Texas Department of Public Safety trooper was seriously injured and a pickup truck driver was killed Tuesday morning in a head-on crash on U.S. Highway 67 in Brewster County,…
Majority of Texans oppose data centers in their community, according to new poll
A new poll found 56% of Texans were opposed to the construction of a data center in their community.
CBP intercepts $10.1 million methamphetamine shipment at Laredo World Trade Bridge
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the World Trade Bridge intercepted a massive shipment of methamphetamine with an estimated street value exceeding $10.1 million, federal authorities announced Monday.
USA vs Türkiye: Houston watch parties for FIFA World Cup; where to stream
Fans who want to gather to watch the USA vs. Türkiye game with other fans around Houston can check out our list of various places hosting watch parties.
USDA: FY25 state payment error rates for SNAP benefits shows $10.1 billion in improper payments nationwide
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released its annual Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payment error rates (PER) for fiscal year 2025 on Wednesday, which shows nationwide, there were $10.1…