Texas students make gains in math and social studies, but reading growth stalls
Texas elementary and middle school students showed improvement in social studies and math, but little to no growth in reading, according to STAAR test results…
Glass particles detected in recalled cancer treatment drug, FDA says
The Food and Drug Administration said a voluntary recall was issued for Doxorubicin Hydrochloride Liposome Injection after glass particles were detected in some vials of the drug.
Medical plane crash in New Mexico kills 4, FAA says
A small medical aircraft crashed near Ruidoso, New Mexico, on Thursday morning, killing all four people on board.
Food cravings at 3:45 pm aren’t random, here’s what your body may be warning you about
That mid-afternoon urge to reach for a snack isn't just a lack of willpower — it's something many Americans experience every day. Here's why.
How does a runoff election work in Texas?
Texas is one of a handful of states that require a candidate to get a majority of the votes in a primary to advance to the general election. This means…
11-year-old dead after being hit by truck outside Clute Intermediate School
An 11-year-old girl is dead after being hit by a vehicle while riding her bike to school on Thursday morning, Clute police said.
FBI, Everman police to announce ‘significant development’ in search for Noel Rodriguez-Alvarez
The FBI and Everman police will announce a 'significant development' Thursday after investigators found evidence in the search for missing 6-year-old Noel Rodriguez-Alvarez.
Grieving woman finds 3.09-carat diamond at Arkansas park, calls discovery ‘meant to be’
A Pennsylvania woman grieving the loss of her son and father found an unexpected symbol of hope during a visit to Arkansas’ Crater of Diamonds State Park.
Florida alligator caught on video eating smaller gator at Gatorland
Nature’s brutal side was on full display at Gatorland in Orlando when startled visitors witnessed an alligator turn a smaller peer into a midday snack a couple of months ago.
Ken Paxton blocks property tax hikes for 132 Texas cities
Attorney General Ken Paxton issued a formal warning to more than 130 Texas cities on Thursday, prohibiting them from raising property taxes after an investigation found the municipalities failed to…
Best 2026 summer travel destinations: Which Texas cities made the list
WalletHub has released its list of the best summer travel destinations for 2026 that give you the most bang for your buck. See where Texas cities ranked.