Texas expands screwworm inspector training to quicken response
The state of Texas has released an online course designed to train more animal health, livestock and agriculture professionals in identifying infestations of the New…
Annelise Camp: Texas Children’s says team ‘exhausted all medically viable options’
Texas Children’s Hospital says they have “exhausted all medically viable options” and requested transfer to 24 other hospitals for a 2-year-old girl who has been hospitalized at the facility since…
Texas World Cup crowds lead officials to launch Operation Safe Summer
Texas officials are coordinating their efforts to keep World Cup visitors safe in the state’s biggest cities with the tournament slated to start next week.
Trump calls Spurs’ Wembanyama ‘great player,’ says he will attend NBA Finals game
President Donald Trump praised a San Antonio Spurs player, while announcing he plans to attend an NBA Finals game next week to cheer on his hometown New York Knicks.
James Handy, veteran character actor, dies at 81
James Handy appeared in various television shows and movies during his career, including “Jumanji" and “Top Gun: Maverick."
7 train cars derailed in east Houston while carrying grain, BNSF says
Seven train cars derailed in east Houston on Thursday night while carryimg grain, according to police.
Senate passes $70 billion immigration enforcement bill, sending measure to House
The U.S. Senate has approved a sweeping immigration enforcement bill that would provide approximately $70 billion in additional funding for federal agencies responsible for border security and immigration enforcement.
Houston weather: More rain possible Friday, Saturday
Another round of scattered showers and storms is possible today and again Saturday as deep tropical moisture remains in place over Southeast Texas.
Kennedy Center begins scrubbing Trump’s name following federal court ruling
The Kennedy Center has started the process of stripping President Donald Trump’s name from its branding following a major defeat in federal court, according to a report from The Associated…
National Doughnut Day 2026 deals and freebies
National Doughnut Day is here! Here’s where to score the best freebies and deals to celebrate the occasion.
Calhoun Road stabbing: Man dead after alleged altercation with woman
One man is dead after being stabbed at a southeast Houston apartment complex, according to police.