Blue Origin rocket launches first wheelchair user into space
Michaela Benthaus, a paraplegic engineer for the European Space Agency, became the first wheelchair user in space Saturday.
Blue Origin's historic rocket launch scrubbed Thursday
Blue Origin’s 37th New Shepard rocket launch was set to lift off Thursday from West Texas, but it was scrubbed at the last minute.
Legendary Texas musician Joe Ely dies at 78
Joe Ely, the legendary Texas songwriter and singer whose raw, rock-and-roll-infused honky-tonk sound spanned five decades and helped define the Outlaw Country and Americana genres, died Monday at his home in Taos, New Mexico. He was 78.
Former U.S. Education Secretary, Houston ISD superintendent Dr. Rod Paige dies
Dr. Rod Paige, the former U.S. Secretary of Education and Houston school leader, has died, the mayor’s office confirms.
Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett launches U.S. Senate campaign
Crockett, known for her outspoken opinions on progressive issues like defunding law enforcement, faces other familiar names in the Democrat primary.
Brianna Aguilera: Tony Buzbee questions death investigation of Texas A&M student
On Friday, the Buzbee Law Firm and the Gamez Law Firm held a press conference to discuss the investigation into the death of Texas A&M University student Brianna Aguilera. Austin Police later issued a statement in response.
SCOTUS will allow Texas to use redrawn congressional map for 2026 election
The opinion, handed down Thursday evening, may allow the GOP to pick up five more seats in the upcoming election, strengthening a small majority in the House.
President Trump pardons Texas Democrat Rep. Cuellar for federal charges
Texas Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar and his wife have been pardoned for federal bribery and conspiracy charges by President Donald Trump.
SMU law professor still missing; family hires private search team
Police have ended the official search for a Southern Methodist University law professor who disappeared while hiking in the mountains in Georgia three weeks ago. However, Charles Hosch’s family has not given up hope
DHS: Afghan TikTok user suggested he was building bomb targeting Fort Worth
An Afghan national was arrested after posting a video of himself on TikTok indicating that he was making a bomb with the intention of targeting the Fort Worth area, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
Montgomery County authorities rescue 12-year-old after cave in
A 12-year-old girl was rescued by authorities after receiving reports of a child trapped after a cave in.
Abbott & Ducey speak about school choice in Texas | Full news conference
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and former Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey, who passed the nation's first school voucher program, spoke about school choice legislation on March 25. House Speaker Dustin Burrows says he expects the legislation to make it through the Texas House for the first time.
Texas men planned to murder all men, enslave women and children on foreign island: Indictment
Two Texas men have been indicted for plotting to invade a Haitian island, kill its men, and enslave women and children. Here's what we know.
United planes 'make contact' at Houston's Bush Intercontinental Airport
No injuries were reported after two United planes “make contact" at Bush Intercontinental Airport, according to a statement from United Airlines.
Texas could be home to new FEMA headquarters, source says
Texas Division of Emergency Management Chief Nim Kidd is reportedly being considered as the new FEMA leader, despite having previously turned down the position to focus on Texas.
Federal court blocks Texas from using new congressional map
A federal court blocked Texas on Tuesday from using a recently passed congressional map.
Former NBA player Patrick Beverley arrested in Texas
Former NBA player Patrick Beverley was arrested Friday in Fort Bend County, Texas, according to court records.
Marshawn Kneeland’s girlfriend is pregnant, Dallas Cowboys coach reveals
Dallas Cowboys Head Coach Brian Schottenheimer shared a heartbreaking new detail about Marshawn Kneeland’s family in the wake of his death. The 24-year-old player's girlfriend is pregnant with their first child.
Mavs GM Nico Harrison fired after dismal start to 2025-26 season
It's official. The Dallas Mavericks have fired general manager Nico Harrison after a disappointing 3–8 start to the 2025–26 NBA season.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott launches 2026 re-election campaign
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced his re-election bid for a fourth term in 2026, aiming to become the state's longest-serving governor while emphasizing continued economic growth and conservative policies.