The ‘man in the red bandana’: Remembering Welles Crowther 25 years after 9/11
Twenty-five years later, Welles Crowther is still being remembered for saving more than a dozen people during the terror attacks at the World Trade Center…
Texas appeals court denies bid to block Galveston County’s new voting map
A Texas appeals court denied a request to block Galveston County from using voting maps drawn after the March primary elections for its November elections.
Texas drag show ban again ruled unconstitutional by federal judge
Texas’ so-called drag-show ban law has been struck down by the courts again.
Family raises concerns over air conditioning issues at Houston ISD’s Oates Elementary
A concerned relative of students at Oates Elementary School is raising concerns about ongoing air conditioning issues at the Houston ISD campus as temperatures remain high across the Houston area.
Texas tightens requirements for Mexican cattle as New World screwworm spreads
Texas is tightening import rules on Mexican-origin cattle to protect state livestock from a dangerous, flesh-eating parasite.
Former Katy police officer charged with stalking, misuse of official information involving Flock camera
A former Katy Police Department officer has been charged after an investigation determined he misused the Flock system, officials said.
From ‘Best Little Whorehouse’ to Cowboys halftime: Dolly Parton’s Texas ties
Dolly Parton’s legacy reached far beyond Tennessee. From filming “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas” to stealing the show at a Cowboys Thanksgiving game, the country icon left her mark…
Here’s when Social Security COLA update is expected to be announced
Retirees can start planning: The Social Security Administration is expected to announce the 2027 cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, soon. Here's when.
Florida sheriff’s office warns students about playing ‘senior assassin’ game
Highlands County deputies and school officials are warning students and parents about the dangers of a game called "Senior Assassin" after learning a large group plans to play.
Jake Lang won’t face felony charges after riot arrest in Minneapolis
Far-right activist Jake Lang will not face charges after he was arrested in Minneapolis on riot charges, Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty announced on Tuesday. However, the protester dressed up…
Colorado police officer uses body cam to communicate in Mandarin in traffic stop
A Colorado police officer used a feature on their body-worn camera to help her translate to a driver who spoke a different language. Read more Dolly Parton, music icon, dies…