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.
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.
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.
Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland dies at 24
Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has died at age 24, the team announced Thursday morning.
Tom Brady used Texas-based company to help clone his dog
Former NFL quarterback Tom Brady revealed his dog, Junie, is actually a clone of his former pet thanks to a Texas-based biotech company.
Cardinals snap 5-game skid with road win over struggling Cowboys
The Cardinals, who started 2-0, are now 3-5, while the Cowboys – blown out by the Denver Broncos last week – fell to 3-5-1 heading into their bye week.
Pet monkey seen leaving Texas Spirit Halloween with owner in new bodycam
The monkey was captured in previous viral video swinging from the store's rafters after being spooked by a Halloween animatronic.
Spooked monkey at Spirit Halloween swings from rafters
Shoppers at a Spirit Halloween store in Texas were shocked to see a live monkey wearing a diaper swinging from the rafters.
Former NFL star Adrian Peterson arrested in Sugar Land, records show
Records show the star running back is facing two charges out of Sugar Land.