Screwworms in Texas: What an infestation means for livestock, beef supply and the economy
The return of the flesh-eating screwworm fly in Texas has ranchers and government agencies scrambling to contain what could threaten a $113 billion cattle industry in the U.S.
The return of the flesh-eating screwworm fly in Texas has ranchers and government agencies scrambling to contain what could threaten a $113 billion cattle industry in the U.S.
Texas homeowner finds gator on porch, instead of delivery
The Fulshear, Texas Police Department shared bodycam video from a recent call, where a homeowner found a large alligator on his front porch. "Thought it was an Amazon package," he said.
The Fulshear, Texas Police Department shared bodycam video from a recent call, where a homeowner found a large alligator on his front porch. "Thought it was an Amazon package," he said.
USDA confirms first US case of flesh-eating screwworm in Texas, triggering quarantines
Federal agricultural officials on Wednesday confirmed the first U.S. case of the destructive New World screwworm in a Texas calf, triggering emergency quarantine measures and sparking a sharp political clash over the adequacy of the government's response.
Federal agricultural officials on Wednesday confirmed the first U.S. case of the destructive New World screwworm in a Texas calf, triggering emergency quarantine measures and sparking a sharp political clash over the adequacy of the government's response.
USDA warns of flesh-eating screwworm found just 25 miles from US border
A flesh-eating parasite was found on a goat just miles away on the other side of the U.S. border with Mexico.
A flesh-eating parasite was found on a goat just miles away on the other side of the U.S. border with Mexico.
ICE agent charged in north Minneapolis shooting arrested in Texas
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent who was charged in a north Minneapolis shooting has been arrested in Texas Friday morning.
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent who was charged in a north Minneapolis shooting has been arrested in Texas Friday morning.
Galveston roller coaster: All passengers rescued after Iron Shark roller coaster gets stuck
All passengers who were stuck on a roller-coaster on Pleasure Pier in Galveston, Texas, have been rescued. Some of those passengers were stuck on the roller-coaster for well over three hours.
All passengers who were stuck on a roller-coaster on Pleasure Pier in Galveston, Texas, have been rescued. Some of those passengers were stuck on the roller-coaster for well over three hours.
Dallas gas explosion at apartment complex leaves 3 dead, sends multiple others to hospital
A suspected gas explosion and fire were reported on Thursday at an apartment building in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas. Officials confirmed that at least three people were killed in the explosion, including a child.
A suspected gas explosion and fire were reported on Thursday at an apartment building in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas. Officials confirmed that at least three people were killed in the explosion, including a child.
'Ted Lasso' star Cristo Fernández signs professional contract with El Paso Locomotive FC
El Paso Locomotive FC has signed forward Cristo Fernández, the club announced Tuesday, completing a professional soccer comeback for the athlete and actor best known for his role in the television series "Ted Lasso."
El Paso Locomotive FC has signed forward Cristo Fernández, the club announced Tuesday, completing a professional soccer comeback for the athlete and actor best known for his role in the television series "Ted Lasso."
6 people, including 14-year-old, found dead in Laredo train car likely killed by Texas heat
Authorities have identified five of the six people found dead inside a shipping container at a South Texas rail yard, including a 14-year-old boy, officials said Tuesday.
Authorities have identified five of the six people found dead inside a shipping container at a South Texas rail yard, including a 14-year-old boy, officials said Tuesday.
Kitten found stuck inside bucket of glue finds forever home
After he was found stuck in a bucket of industrial adhesive in April, Elmer finally found his forever family.
After he was found stuck in a bucket of industrial adhesive in April, Elmer finally found his forever family.
Gunman in Austin 6th Street mass shooting ‘admired’ Iran leader killed in US strikes, FBI says
No evidence has been found that the gunman who committed a mass shooting along Austin’s Sixth Street on March 1 had been radicalized, according to the FBI.
No evidence has been found that the gunman who committed a mass shooting along Austin’s Sixth Street on March 1 had been radicalized, according to the FBI.
Victim names released in fiery plane crash that killed 5 in Central Texas
The names of all five people killed in the Central Texas plane crash late Thursday night have been released.
The names of all five people killed in the Central Texas plane crash late Thursday night have been released.
Camp Mystic withdraws 2026 summer camp license application
Camp Mystic has withdrawn its summer camp license application for 2026.
Camp Mystic has withdrawn its summer camp license application for 2026.
Six Flags ride abruptly shut down over cell phone violation, leaving riders stuck 200-feet high
More than a dozen riders aboard Supergirl Sky Flight at Six Flags Fiesta Texas were given an unexpected – and extended – view of the Six Flags theme park after the ride was abruptly shut down for several minutes, as the ride was near its highest peak.
More than a dozen riders aboard Supergirl Sky Flight at Six Flags Fiesta Texas were given an unexpected – and extended – view of the Six Flags theme park after the ride was abruptly shut down for several minutes, as the ride was near its highest peak.
Supreme Court reinforces ruling allowing redrawn Texas congressional map
The U.S. Supreme Court has reinforced its prior decision allowing Texas to use a redrawn congressional map for the 2026 midterm elections, effectively ending legal challenges, for now, at a time of nationwide redistricting battles.
The U.S. Supreme Court has reinforced its prior decision allowing Texas to use a redrawn congressional map for the 2026 midterm elections, effectively ending legal challenges, for now, at a time of nationwide redistricting battles.
Baylor University hosts dueling political events featuring Ken Paxton and LGBTQ+ advocates
Baylor University is hosting two major, competing political rallies today as high-profile conservative leaders and LGBTQ+ advocates highlight the deepening debate over free speech and inclusion on the Christian campus.
Baylor University is hosting two major, competing political rallies today as high-profile conservative leaders and LGBTQ+ advocates highlight the deepening debate over free speech and inclusion on the Christian campus.
Texas public schools can display Ten Commandments, appeals court rules
The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday that the Ten Commandments can remain in Texas public school classrooms.
The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday that the Ten Commandments can remain in Texas public school classrooms.
The Onion eyes Infowars again with Tim Heidecker at the helm
The satirical news outlet The Onion has another plan to take over Alex Jones’ conspiracy site amid its bankruptcy proceedings, and it involves comedian and writer Tim Heidecker.
The satirical news outlet The Onion has another plan to take over Alex Jones’ conspiracy site amid its bankruptcy proceedings, and it involves comedian and writer Tim Heidecker.
Victor Wembanyama named 2026 NBA Defensive Player of the Year in first unanimous vote
San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama made NBA history on Monday as the first player to be unanimously named Defensive Player of the Year, becoming the youngest winner of the award at 22 years old.
San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama made NBA history on Monday as the first player to be unanimously named Defensive Player of the Year, becoming the youngest winner of the award at 22 years old.
The Waco siege: A timeline of the 51-day confrontation between federal agents and the Branch Davidians
The 1993 Waco siege was a 51-day armed standoff between U.S. federal agents and the Branch Davidians, near Waco, Texas. Following a deadly February 28 ATF raid, the FBI began a siege that ended in a fire on April 19, killing 76 people inside.
The 1993 Waco siege was a 51-day armed standoff between U.S. federal agents and the Branch Davidians, near Waco, Texas. Following a deadly February 28 ATF raid, the FBI began a siege that ended in a fire on April 19, killing 76 people inside.