Texas resident pleads guilty to drugging Mexican children to smuggle them into the US

An El Paso resident pleaded guilty to federal charges related to a human smuggling operation that brought unaccompanied children as young as five across the U.S.-Mexico border, sometimes using candy laced with THC to sedate them during the process.

Juvenile runaways allegedly brought from Dallas to Houston; suspect arrested

Harris County constable deputies arrested a suspect accused of driving to Dallas to pick up juvenile runaways and bringing them to Houston.

The Northern Lights across Texas: Photos

The Northern Lights were visible across Texas Tuesday night, with sightings reported as far south as Fredricksburg due to a strong geomagnetic storm. There may be another chance to see the geomagnetic storm on Wednesday.

THC ban in spending bill sparks backlash from Texas business owners

A federal spending bill aimed at reopening the government also threatens to ban nearly all hemp-derived THC products, sparking debate among Texas business owners and lawmakers.

Austin first responders not happy with city leaders after revised budget

First responders are not happy with Austin leaders after the release of a revised city budget. This comes after voters rejected Proposition Q earlier this month.

Robert Roberson's execution in limbo as Texas judge considers next steps

After avoiding another execution last month, Texas death row inmate Robert Roberson faces yet another roadblock in his pursuit of a new trial.

6 more families sue Camp Mystic for allegedly ignoring flood warnings

The families of six child victims of the deadly Texas Hill Country flooding have filed a joint lawsuit against Camp Mystic for their handling of the tragic situation.

3 Texas teams crack the Top 10 in latest College Football Playoff Rankings

Three Texas college football programs, Texas A&M, Texas Tech, and Texas, each earned spots in the College Football Playoff top 10, marking a rare show of statewide dominance heading into the season’s final stretch.

Trump endorses Texas Gov. Greg Abbott for reelection

The endorsement comes days after Abbott announced his campaign for his fourth term in office.

July 4 floods: Wrongful death lawsuit filed against Kerrville RV campsite

The families of several people who were killed at a Kerrville RV resort during the July 4 floods are suing the company, accusing them of not notifying guests of the oncoming flood.

Austin's 69th Veterans Day Parade took place in downtown

The City of Austin and Military Veterans Empowerment Network held their 69th annual Veterans Day Parade, marching from the Congress Bridge to the State Capitol.

How does the government shutdown impact Austin's airport?

A final vote to reopen the federal government is expected on Wednesday, Nov. 12. That legislative process, which started in the U.S. Senate Monday night, will not immediately end the chaos at places like airports.

Texans have started to receive partial SNAP payments

The federal government paused SNAP payments at the beginning of the month because of the shutdown.

Dallas family files the 2nd lawsuit against Camp Mystic after Central Texas flood killed 27

The parents of 8-year-old Eloise “Lulu” Peck have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Camp Mystic, alleging negligence and gross negligence in the July 4 flash flood that killed 27 campers and counselors along the Guadalupe River.

Partial SNAP benefits begin to hit Texans’ accounts

After weeks of uncertainty, some Texas SNAP recipients are beginning to receive partial payments.