Texas State University 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.
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.
42 animals arrive at Austin Humane Society after being rescued from Bastrop County home
Dozens of dogs were rescued from a Bastrop County home, officials said.
Dozens of dogs were rescued from a Bastrop County home, officials said.
Texas files lawsuit against Gerber alleging deceptive baby food safety claims
Texas has filed a lawsuit against Gerber and Nestlé, alleging the companies deceptively marketed baby foods as safe and pure despite internal tests showing toxic heavy metals like lead and arsenic.
Texas has filed a lawsuit against Gerber and Nestlé, alleging the companies deceptively marketed baby foods as safe and pure despite internal tests showing toxic heavy metals like lead and arsenic.
2026 midterm elections: Travis County gives behind-the-scenes look ahead of early voting
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.
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.
Texas lawmaker asks Ken Paxton to investigate Transgender Education Network of Texas
Texas Rep. Jeff Leach has asked Attorney General Ken Paxton to investigate the Transgender Education Network of Texas over a "Back to School Toolkit" he claims may violate state law.
Texas Rep. Jeff Leach has asked Attorney General Ken Paxton to investigate the Transgender Education Network of Texas over a "Back to School Toolkit" he claims may violate state law.
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.
Paxton vs. Talarico: Where They Stand on the Border
Democrats and Republicans have long held strong, differing viewpoints on immigration and border security and those differences are still apparent in the Texas Senate race, with Republican Ken Paxton known for defending the state's enforcement of its own border policies and Democrat James Talarico calling for federal reform.
Democrats and Republicans have long held strong, differing viewpoints on immigration and border security and those differences are still apparent in the Texas Senate race, with Republican Ken Paxton known for defending the state's enforcement of its own border policies and Democrat James Talarico calling for federal reform.
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.
City of Austin, UT Austin close to agreement on 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.
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.
Voting rights groups sue Texas over delayed online voter registrations
Voting rights groups in Texas have filed a lawsuit alleging the state violated a 2021 settlement agreement after technical problems with the Department of Public Safety's web portal caused a delay in voter registrations for months.
Voting rights groups in Texas have filed a lawsuit alleging the state violated a 2021 settlement agreement after technical problems with the Department of Public Safety's web portal caused a delay in voter registrations for months.
Texas Senate race remains a dead heat as early voting approaches
Texas' top candidates for the U.S. Senate again find themselves in a virtual tie with less than a week before early voting begins.
Texas' top candidates for the U.S. Senate again find themselves in a virtual tie with less than a week before early voting begins.
East Texas 26-year-old sentenced to 25 years for production and distribution of child pornography
A Texarkana man has been sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for child exploitation offenses, federal prosecutors announced Wednesday.
A Texarkana man has been sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for child exploitation offenses, federal prosecutors announced Wednesday.
Attempted ATM burglary in Gillespie County under investigation
The Gillespie County Sheriff's Office is asking for information in relation to the attempted burglary of an ATM in Harper on Sept. 20.
The Gillespie County Sheriff's Office is asking for information in relation to the attempted burglary of an ATM in Harper on Sept. 20.
Lubbock County Judge denies sexual contact allegations made by justice of the peace
Lubbock County Judge Curtis Parrish called allegations of unwanted physical contact by Justice of the Peace Susan Rowley "preposterous" following an audio release.
Lubbock County Judge Curtis Parrish called allegations of unwanted physical contact by Justice of the Peace Susan Rowley "preposterous" following an audio release.
GameStop thefts: Police looking for man possibly involved in multiple incidents
The Leander Police Department is asking the public for help identifying a man who was captured on surveillance camera allegedly stealing merchandise from a GameStop and may be involved in similar thefts.
The Leander Police Department is asking the public for help identifying a man who was captured on surveillance camera allegedly stealing merchandise from a GameStop and may be involved in similar thefts.
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.