New Texas laws going into effect in 2026
Sheriff's offices in Texas may soon have closer relationships with ICE. Senate Bill 8 goes into effect on Jan. 1, where certain counties may have to help with federal immigration enforcement.
Grandfather and grandson dead after shooting each other
A man and his grandson are dead after they shot each other in a fight in a Southwest Austin home Monday evening, says the Austin Police Department.
3 killed, 20 hospitalized after gas leak explosion at Bristol nursing home
Governor Josh Shapiro and more officials provided an update on a deadly leak and explosion that occurred at a nursing home in Bristol Tuesday.
Trooper, suspected shooter killed after active shooting incident at Delaware DMV: officials
An active shooting incident at a DMV office in Wilmington, Delaware left a state trooper and gunman dead Tuesday.
Sugar Land surgeon accused of working on patient while intoxicated
The doctor allegedly has performed surgeries for over 20 years, including under his own surgery business.
Trump administration cracks down on truckers
The White House said it's making a big push to keep the roads safe from unskilled truck drivers, but Democrats said the president is just playing politics.
Lake Austin properties de-annexing
More than 150 properties along Lake Austin disannexed from the City of Austin this month. This comes after decades of conflict over taxation and lack of some city services.
Man arrested, charged in Kyle drive-by shooting
A man has been arrested in connection with a drive-by shooting at a Kyle home in early November. The homeowner was seriously injured in the shooting.
2 men found dead in Southwest Austin
The Austin Police Department identified the two men found dead in Southwest Austin.
Supreme Court keeps Trump’s National Guard deployment blocked in the Chicago area, for now
The Supreme Court refused to allow the Trump administration to deploy National Guard troops in the Chicago area.
AG Paxton refutes Islamic groups' lawsuit against Texas in federal court
Paxton maintains the state's authority in response to the chapters' legal claims, generally denying overreach by Texas and actual harm to the plaintiffs.
‘Superman’ police officer pushes bus full of Granbury ISD students
A police officer for the Granbury Independent School District is going viral thanks to a video that shows his incredible strength. He pushed a broken-down school bus full of children out of traffic.
H-E-B gives customers free groceries for Christmas after computer glitch
Shoppers at an H-E-B store in North Texas were surprised with free groceries just in time for the Christmas holiday.
Former National Park Service ranger Betty Reid Soskin dies at 104
Soskin celebrated her 104th birthday in September, and retired from the National Park Service in 2022.
2025 Holiday Shipping Deadlines: USPS, FedEx, UPS important dates to remember
With the holidays right around the corner, you need to be sure to mail packages early to ensure on-time delivery. Keep these essential 2025 shipping deadlines in mind from USPS, FedEx, and UPS to ensure your cards and gifts reach their destinations in time for Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and other holidays.
Stimulus payment December 2025, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Hold off on that purchase! Online rumors of new stimulus checks by year’s end are out there.
YouTuber 'Adam The Woo' dead at 51
The popular YouTuber was found dead in his Celebration home.
2 men found dead in SW Austin
Police are investigating after two men were found dead in SW Austin.
Santa on horseback in Austin
For over a decade, one Austin man has been dressing up as Santa on horseback. This Christmas he's back at it, pushing through what's been a rough year.
Round Rock drive-thru Christmas lights
The Dell Diamond parking lot has been completely transformed this holiday season.