10 weird things about Texas that you didn’t know!

DALLAS (KDAF) — These ten weird and wonderful facts about Texas showcase the state’s unique blend…

Anchorage Mayor Proposes Sending Homeless to California

News flash, Anchorage, Alaska: It gets cold in Alaska in the winter. Anchorage has a homeless…

New Details in Drowning of Obama’s Chef Leave Unanswered Questions

Barack Obama’s private chef, Tafari Campbell, vanished on Sunday evening while paddleboarding in Edgartown Great Pond.…

Hunter Biden Laptop Analysis: May Have Stored More Sensitive Info on Encrypted Messaging Apps

Given all the things on the infamous laptop–from the drugs to the sex to the alleged…

The Weird Story of the Derrick Van Orden Capitol Rotunda Tirade

It was a helluva week for big news stories in Political World, with some of the…

Bronny James’ Family Shares Heartwarming Clip of Him Playing Piano After Sudden Cardiac Arrest

Every once in a while, we get a chance to share a positive story that falls…

Massive loggerhead sea turtle stranded on Texas beach gets rescued

A group was able to lift the loggerhead and transport it to a research center for…

McAllen and Puerto Vallarta Jalisco United as Sister Cities

On July 29, 2023, a festive day, McAllen and Puerto Vallarta, two diverse cities, were united…

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott defends floating border wall: ‘I will do…

 

Cruelties against immigrants at Texas border are logical outcome of GOP strategy

Recent reports of grave human rights violations and state usurpation of federal border security responsibilities in…

Eagle Pass the latest battlefield in the Abbott-Biden war over control of U.S.-Mexico border

The riverside city, sometimes referred to as ‘La Puerta de Mexico’ or ‘Mexico’s Door,’ ‘is at…

Latent intolerance drove the McElroy fiasco at Texas A&M

I’ve seen this movie before, way too many times in the half-century since I was a…

Reactionary conservatives won against diversity at Texas A&M

Three years ago, Kathleen McElroy, then director of the School of Journalism and Media at the…

Teen injured in parking lot shooting at North Side apartment complex, SAPD says

SAN ANTONIO – A teenager is recovering after being shot in the parking lot of an…

Teen connected to string of robberies after holding man at gunpoint, stealing truck, affidavit says

SAN ANTONIO – An 18-year-old is behind bars after he held a man at gunpoint before…

Cal Thomas: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is doing Joe Biden’s job at the border

The Department of Justice has announced it is suing Texas Republican Governor Gregg Abbott for using…

GOP rivals prepare to take on “happy warrior” Tim Scott

His campaign also sees opportunity in the crowded Republican primary to appeal to a diverse coalition…

Scuba in the middle of East Texas? Deep dive into family fun at Athens Scuba Park

ATHENS, Texas (KETK) — If you enjoy a little adventure under the sea, including exploring underwater…

How and why tar balls end up on Texas beaches

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (KXAN) — A phenomena washes up on Texas’ beaches: sticky, black balls of…

Texas A&M regents could offer a settlement to the journalism professor at center of hiring controversy

AUSTIN (Texas Tribune) — The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents will meet Sunday to…

“These were my tapes”: Trump pushes back on new charges in classified docs case

Trump also said that he would not end his presidential campaign if he is convicted and…

Estrich: Politics kills promising academia

This is what happens in academia when the donors are calling the shots. Heads roll, all…

Targeting Texas governor for border actions shows lack of parity in law

The Department of Justice has announced it is suing Texas Republican Governor Gregg Abbott for using…

Lawsuit seeks to block Texas book ban

AUSTIN, Texas — A group of book sellers and publishers filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday seeking…

Feel-Good Friday: Groundbreaking Epilepsy Procedures Are Game Changers

I have a brother and a sister who suffer from epilepsy, and in more ways than…

NEW: Workforce Protections Committee Bill Would Scrap Biden Labor Dept. ‘Forever Nominees’ Like Su

It’s been a long and winding trail, the path the Biden administration’s nomination for embattled Acting…

Will Hurd Disses Donald Trump at Iowa GOP Lincoln Dinner, Gets Booed Off Stage

Former Congressman and 2024 GOP presidential candidate Will Hurd jogged to the podium at the Iowa…

DeSantis Cracks Joke About Cocaine at the WH, Bashes Bidenomics at Iowa GOP Lincoln Dinner

The Iowa Republican Party Lincoln Day Dinner took place Friday evening, and among the invited speakers…

Biden Ducks and Covers on Another Vacation Amidst the Spiraling Scandal

Joe Biden demonstrated during his remarks in Maine on Friday just how much he continues to…

Trump Gets Standing Ovation at Iowa GOP Event, Lays out Why People Should Vote for Him

Former President Donald Trump was in Iowa on Friday, along with some of the other Republican…

RedState Weekly Briefing: Shady Lawyering, the Wages of Woke Marketing, and Climate Karma

Welcome to the RedState Weekly Briefing — where we take a quick look at the week’s…

Will Romney’s Gambit to Keep Trump out of the WH Work?

It looks like ol’ Mitt is back at it again. Sen. Mitt Romney unveiled a rather…

States’ rights make a comeback as Republicans rush to defy Washington

Several red states are rejecting the authority of not just the federal government – but also…

Texas university system sets a bad example

Texas A&M finds itself at the bleeding edge in a way that no university should want…

In Border Towns, a ‘Dangerous Combination’ of Heat and Water Cutoffs

Trying to keep cool during a record-setting summer is a social divide for residents of low-income…

Texas Tesla plant receives false alarm of active shooter

Police in Texas on Friday were investigating a 911 call reporting an active shooter at a…

After Texas used cruel tactics at Mexico border: Why didn’t Biden speak out?

 

Trump shares stage with Republican rivals amid mounting legal woes

Trump launches new attack on closet rival Ron DeSantis at conservative event in Iowa.  

Migrants wade past floating barriers at Texas border

 

Helotes couple, friends find stolen RV through Facebook sleuthing

HELOTES, Texas – A Helotes couple discovered their RV missing Monday morning, but with the help…

Saturday’s dedication of historical marker to honor East Side civil rights hero

SAN ANTONIO – John Inman may have been a barber by trade, but Mario Salas, a…

San Antonio mother isn’t giving up hope seven years after son’s killing

SAN ANTONIO – A family is marking another painful year without justice now that seven years…

Neighbors along ‘Dead Man’s Curve’ on Northwest Side promised traffic light to stop speeders

SAN ANTONIO – Prue Road between Babcock and Bandera roads has been nicknamed “Dead Man’s Curve”…

Stables, shelters stress animal safety as summer in Bexar County heats up

HELOTES, Texas – A horseback riding center in Helotes is changing its scheduling to keep its…

Trump largely ignores new federal charges at major Iowa Republican gathering

Former President Donald Trump charged ahead with his bid for the 2024 GOP nomination Friday at…

For Republican Candidates, Iowa G.O.P. Dinner Is a Hands-Off-Trump Event

Almost every one of the former president’s 13 rivals who attended declined to go after the…

Protesters gather at Governor’s Mansion calling for change to border policy

Gov. Abbott delivered the keynote address at the Texan Republican County Chairmen’s Convention in Georgetown. Meanwhile,…

Governor Abbott Names Chair, Appoints Three To Texas Board of Criminal Justice

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Bill Welch, Nate Sprinkle, and Sydney Zuiker to the Texas Board…

Operation Lone Star Defends Texas’ Right To Secure The Border

Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard are…

Man sentenced to 19 years in federal prison for drug trafficking

SAN ANTONIO – A man has been sentenced to nearly two decades in federal prison for…

Gas prices on the rise in San Antonio

SAN ANTONIO – The price of gas is steadily on the rise in San Antonio. According…

BCSO searching for 34-year-old who disappeared on Northeast Side

SAN ANTONIO – The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a person who disappeared this…

Full Sturgeon Moon set to rise in the San Antonio sky Tuesday ?

The first of two full moons taking place in August is set to rise in the…

Drought Update: Nearing two years since all of South Central Texas was drought-free

Over 680 days. That’s how long it’s been since the entire KSAT-12 viewing area was considered…

Lawsuit filed against Dan Patrick, Texas Senate over Paxton impeachment proceedings

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A recent lawsuit filed in Travis County district court alleged improper handlings during…

Texas mother accidentally calls 911 looking for son’s soccer ball, deputy arrives and finds ball

BEXAR COUNTY, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A Texas woman who accidentally called 911 while looking for her…

Texas rat, Arkansas skunk may soon be protected by an Act

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will issue decisions on 31 southeast…

Texas Supreme Court denies Nate Paul appeal against Mitte foundation

Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN Live’s top headlines for July 28, 2023 AUSTIN (KXAN)…

Meteor showers over Texas; how these light shows dazzle every year

AUSTIN (KXAN) – Making a wish on a shooting star is easy if you know when…

Why water restrictions vary across Texas cities

AUSTIN (KXAN) — As Texas cities tighten water restrictions due to infrastructure problems, low supply and…

Texas DNA testing lab that identified a Bastrop cold case victim aims to ‘democratize’ technology

THE WOODLANDS, Texas (KXAN) — On Thursday, the Bastrop County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) held a press…

Studies describe impact of Facebook and Instagram on the 2020 election

Meta disputed findings released in four studies in academic journals examining Facebook and Instagram’s impact on…

Trump faces increasing legal perils after new charges filed

Former US president faces four more charges in classified documents case amid speculation that a January…

Texas A&M regents could offer a settlement to the journalism professo…

The system’s board also plans to formally appoint an interim president after Katherine Banks resigned last…

TribCast: Texas’ tough border security tactics under scrutiny

In this week’s episode, we discuss the half-million people booted from Texas’ Medicaid rolls and the…

Edinburg Cano Hike and Bike Trail Improvements

The total project cost of $483,750 demonstrates the dedication of all involved parties in extending the…

Mission EDC’s Trade Mission Fuels Cross-Border Commerce

“This conference gave us the opportunity to showcase our region and connect directly through B2B meetings…

TribCast: Texas’ tough border security tactics under scrutiny

In this week’s episode, we discuss the half-million people booted from Texas’ Medicaid rolls and the…

Laredo CBP Officers Apprehend Man Wanted On Indecency With A Child

As U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers continue to process heavy summer traffic, they encountered…

Declaring Mexican mussel endangered could help Biden kill Texas border barrier

Biden’s Fish and Wildlife Service announced Monday a proposal to list a species of mussel in…

TribCast: Texas’ tough border security tactics under scrutiny

In this week’s episode, we discuss the half-million people booted from Texas’ Medicaid rolls and the…

Declaring Mexican mussel endangered could help Biden kill Texas border barrier

Biden’s Fish and Wildlife Service announced Monday a proposal to list a species of mussel in…

Declaring Mexican mussel endangered could help Biden kill Texas border barrier

Biden’s Fish and Wildlife Service announced Monday a proposal to list a species of mussel in…

‘Disgusting’: Black Republicans livid over DeSantis’ slavery attack

Most saw it as an unforced error at a time when Black Republicans feel they’re making…

GOP lawmakers once praised Catholic Charities. Now they want to defund the group.

GOP representatives want to cut funding to a DHS program that supports Catholic relief centers at…

Resolution to Strike Down Biden’s Unserious Border Policies

Texas Border Business WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Katie Britt (R-AL), Tommy…

Texas Is Quietly Leading the Way on Limiting Child Protective Services Overreach

Policy changes aimed at reducing the number of children who end up in foster care—many championed…

Welcome to South Padre Island Sommer Sculpt

Sommer-Jess Gutierrez, owner of Sommer Sculpt, is certified in Yoga Sculpt, Pilates, and is NASM certified.…

Passion for Student Success Shines in Enrollment Services

She said her team is motivated to help students overcome obstacles.  

Dr. De Hoyos Unanimous Pick for Acting McAllen ISD Superintendent

“She has done a phenomenal job,” Dr. Gonzalez said. “She’s a tremendous educator. I have all…

Knock-off of popular Texas gas station opens across the border

A knock-off version of the popular Texas gas station has popped up in Matamoros, Mexico.  

South Texas College Pioneers Nation’s First Registered Nurse Apprenticeship Program

South Texas College has a long-standing reputation for being at the cutting edge of programs.  

Guard members to deploy to Texas border

A deployment ceremony has been set for 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the Norman Armed Forces Reserve…

All Roads Lead South: Rebecca Viagran’s Vision for Economic Prosperity in South Texas

Viagran is not new to serving her community. She spent eight years as a San Antonio…

Eye on Politics: Texas faces lawsuit over floating border barrier

 

Scoop: Democrats target Ted Cruz and Rick Scott with Medicare ads

New DSCC ads target the two conservative senators on Medicare.  

Weekly U.S.-Mexico Border Update: Asylum rule struck down, Mexico record migration, Texas updates

With this series of weekly updates, WOLA seeks to cover the most important developments at the…

Weird GOP mailer launches a wild 2024 campaign: ‘It’s like one-party rule on Red Bull’

Warning: Don’t open your mailbox from now through March 5 and Super Tuesday. Otherwise, you risk getting…

An update from Eagle Pass in Texas, a city at the center of the border fight

The Justice Department is suing Texas over floating border barriers installed by the state in the…

Texas Democratic Rep. Lina Ortega to Forgo Re-election in 2024

Ortega’s El Paso district is solidly blue, making it all but assured Democrats will keep her…

‘Battle plan’: How the far right would dismantle climate programs

Hundreds of conservative operatives outlined a plan that Donald Trump, or any Republican, could use to…

Facebook’s Algorithm Is ‘Influential’ but Doesn’t Necessarily Change Beliefs, Researchers Say

In four new studies, researchers found complicated results from experiments on Facebook’s and Instagram’s algorithms, suggesting…

Jeff Leach showed the courage we need from Texas lawmakers

For a democracy to function, elected officials must be able to rise above party politics, self-gain…

Biden Says Republican Party Is ‘Undermining’ the Nation’s Military

By Andrea Shalal WASHINGTON (Reuters) -President Joe Biden on Thursday accused the Republican party of “undermining…

Migrants are risking their lives crossing the Texas border

 

Transformational Investments in Drainage

The Raymondville Drain Project is not just about flood control; it also encompasses water reuse, conservation,…

Protected by ‘shield laws’, US health workers skirt abortion state bans

For weeks, American nurse Lauren Jacobson has been supervising the daily dispatch of around fifty parcels…

Teenager charged with human smuggling after high-speed chase in Texas border

Texas DPS is sounding the alarm for parents after a teenager was arrested and charged with…

Will a congressional clash over Latino history derail a museum decades in the making?

 

Texas House Speaker supports Abbott’s controversial border operation amid federal lawsuit

Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan hinted at a possible special session expanding Texas’ border security measures.…

U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez announces $37M grant for Texas Border security

 

U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez announces $37M grant for Texas Border security, Kleberg County gets $600K boost

 

As McConnell Tries to Convey Business as Usual, His Future Is in Doubt

The minority leader’s health episode at the Capitol has intensified talk about a possible succession, a…

Spider-Man™ Into the Spider-Verse Live in Concert, Sept. 14th

The announcement comes on the heels of the show’s sold-out world premiere at Kings Theatre in…

Importance of Keeping Auto Tires Properly Aligned

Routine vehicle maintenance or a wheel alignment can help prevent a severe automotive collision.  

Youth Summer Camp August 2nd-4th

Please note we only have 20 spots available for campers.  

Better East Texas: Border progress

KLTV 7 Station Manager Pat Stacey shares his view on the state of the Texas border.…

‘We have a crisis in Austin’: Uvalde mayor announces intention to run for Texas House District 80

 

New study shows just how Facebook’s algorithm shapes conservative and liberal bubbles

Research conducted at the height of the 2020 election reveals new details about how Facebook’s algorithms…

Congregation to leave ACNA, seeks new affiliation with Episcopal Diocese of Texas

[Episcopal News Service] An Austin, Texas, congregation of the Anglican Church in North America announced July…

Conservatives Bombarded With Facebook Misinformation Far More Than Liberals In 2020 Election, Study Suggests

Misinformation thrived in conservative echo chambers—but there were no liberal equivalents, according to the findings.  

Abbott allies in Congress don’t just defend his border barricade, they want Texas repaid

WASHINGTON – Texas Republicans in Congress, defending the state’s new Rio Grande barricade, accused the Biden…

Cinnaholic Opening in Edinburg July 28

“We are so excited to introduce some Cinnful treats to the Rio Grande Valley,” said Jessica…

The 10 Senate seats most likely to flip in 2024

In a presidential contest cycle, Senate races don’t get the same kind of attention when there’s…

Jimmy Anderson: Fear thy neighbor: How conservatism is turning us against each other

Conservatives from the echo chambers of right-wing media to the Wisconsin Assembly floor exploit their viewers’…

Texas teachers say they were fired after attending drag show, posting on social media

Two teachers say they were fired after attending a drag show and posting it on social…

Insights from Romanita Matta-Barrera at the South Texas Mayors’ Alliance of Cities Meeting

According to Matta-Barrera, thriving communities hinge on a skilled workforce. Hence, a strategic approach toward workforce…

Texas prison inmates making the razor wire used by Operation Lone Star along Rio Grande

 

Knock-off of popular Texas gas station opens across the border

 

Gov. Abbott acquires Israeli cell phone tracking software for Texas border operation

The Texas Department of Public Safety has acquired a powerful and controversial surveillance software that could…