TXST launches first-ever satellite into space
A Texas State University student-built satellite lifted off aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket as part of a NASA resupply mission. This marked the university’s first-ever satellite launch.
A Texas State University student-built satellite lifted off aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket as part of a NASA resupply mission. This marked the university’s first-ever satellite launch.
City of Austin, UT Austin close to preserving Muny
The City of Austin and the University of Texas at Austin are close to an agreement to preserve the Lions Municipal Golf Course, also known as Muny.
The City of Austin and the University of Texas at Austin are close to an agreement to preserve the Lions Municipal Golf Course, also known as Muny.
Camp Mystic flooding probe: Judge appoints new prosecutor, hearing over search warrants postponed
A hearing has been delayed as the Texas Rangers seek to uncover digital evidence in an investigation into Camp Mystic’s preparation and response to deadly flooding that happened in July 2025.
A hearing has been delayed as the Texas Rangers seek to uncover digital evidence in an investigation into Camp Mystic’s preparation and response to deadly flooding that happened in July 2025.
Suspect in sexual assault of Nevada child arrested at Texas border after trying to leave US, officials say
A man accused of sexually assaulting a child in Reno, Nevada was arrested at the Texas border after federal officials said he was caught trying to leave the country.
A man accused of sexually assaulting a child in Reno, Nevada was arrested at the Texas border after federal officials said he was caught trying to leave the country.
Six Flags temporarily closes some rides after deadly ejection
Authorities in Georgia are investigating an incident at Six Flags Over Georgia, where a man was killed after being ejected from a roller coaster. Several parks across the country said they have temporarily closed similar rides out of an abundance of caution.
Authorities in Georgia are investigating an incident at Six Flags Over Georgia, where a man was killed after being ejected from a roller coaster. Several parks across the country said they have temporarily closed similar rides out of an abundance of caution.
AI and data center fears among voters
There is a new warning about AI. Tech insiders claim super-intelligence is a few months away from a point when developers may lose control of the systems. The news is expected to feed into the political controversy in Texas over data centers.
There is a new warning about AI. Tech insiders claim super-intelligence is a few months away from a point when developers may lose control of the systems. The news is expected to feed into the political controversy in Texas over data centers.
Who leads 2026 Texas Senate race? Paxton vs. Talarico poll tracker
Polls have shown the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas is in a dead heat.
Polls have shown the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas is in a dead heat.
Closed AISD campuses up for sale
Austin ISD is looking to off-load quite a few properties after the district closed nearly a dozen schools. A year ago, AISD voted to close 10 campuses.
Austin ISD is looking to off-load quite a few properties after the district closed nearly a dozen schools. A year ago, AISD voted to close 10 campuses.
Travis Co. Clerk gives look at election logistics
Early voting starts Oct. 19, and the Travis County Clerk is preparing for what could be a historic turnout of voters this election cycle.
Early voting starts Oct. 19, and the Travis County Clerk is preparing for what could be a historic turnout of voters this election cycle.
Texas bans use of state grant money for Flock cameras
Texas Comptroller Don Huffines signed an executive order Tuesday prohibiting state grant money from being used for Flock cameras and other license plate trackers.
Texas Comptroller Don Huffines signed an executive order Tuesday prohibiting state grant money from being used for Flock cameras and other license plate trackers.
Best Colleges in Texas 2027: Rice, Trinity, UT Austin lead WalletHub rankings
Rice University was named the top college in Texas and ranked 11th nationwide in WalletHub's 2027 College & University Rankings.
Rice University was named the top college in Texas and ranked 11th nationwide in WalletHub's 2027 College & University Rankings.
Teen accused of plotting mass shooting at Chicago-area place of worship
A 19-year-old man is facing felony charges after police uncovered an alleged plan for a mass shooting that investigators believe may have targeted a Hindu place of worship in the Aurora area.
A 19-year-old man is facing felony charges after police uncovered an alleged plan for a mass shooting that investigators believe may have targeted a Hindu place of worship in the Aurora area.
Michelle Parker's ex-fiance arrested in Orlando mom's disappearance, death, police say
The Orlando Police Department has made an arrest in connection to the disappearance of Michelle Parker, an Orlando mom who went missing on Nov. 17, 2011 – nearly 15 years ago.
The Orlando Police Department has made an arrest in connection to the disappearance of Michelle Parker, an Orlando mom who went missing on Nov. 17, 2011 – nearly 15 years ago.
Former FSU cornerback refused to let woman out of SUV during 150-mph Hillsborough chase: FHP
A former Florida State University football player is accused of leading Florida Highway Patrol troopers on a high-speed chase that reached more than 150 mph and refusing to let a woman out of his vehicle, according to an FHP arrest affidavit.
A former Florida State University football player is accused of leading Florida Highway Patrol troopers on a high-speed chase that reached more than 150 mph and refusing to let a woman out of his vehicle, according to an FHP arrest affidavit.
Houston Astros part ways with manager Joe Espada
The Houston Astros have parted ways with manager Joe Espada.
The Houston Astros have parted ways with manager Joe Espada.
Coaster closures spread after fatal Six Flags Over Georgia incident
SeaWorld Orlando temporarily closed its Mako coaster, while La Ronde shut its Goliath for a safety review.
SeaWorld Orlando temporarily closed its Mako coaster, while La Ronde shut its Goliath for a safety review.
Sister of reality TV personality charged in connection to her death in Oakland
Charges have been filed in the case of a reality TV personality who was shot and killed in downtown Oakland over the weekend.
Charges have been filed in the case of a reality TV personality who was shot and killed in downtown Oakland over the weekend.
Six Flags Goliath coaster death: Georgia investigators probe fatal ejection
A 42-year-old man died Monday after being thrown from the Goliath hypercoaster at Six Flags Over Georgia.
A 42-year-old man died Monday after being thrown from the Goliath hypercoaster at Six Flags Over Georgia.
Largest wiener dog statue revealed in Buda
The City of Buda has long been known for its famous wiener dog races. But now its turned that appreciation for man's best friend into a statue you have to see to believe.
The City of Buda has long been known for its famous wiener dog races. But now its turned that appreciation for man's best friend into a statue you have to see to believe.
Gov. Abbott activates Texas emergency resources as remnants of Hurricane Simon pose flood threat
Governor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management to activate state emergency response resources as heavy rain and potential flash flooding threaten West Texas and other portions of the state.
Governor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management to activate state emergency response resources as heavy rain and potential flash flooding threaten West Texas and other portions of the state.