First Texas World Cup games happen today

The first matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup to be played in Texas happen Sunday.

New York Knicks clinch first NBA title since 1973 with Game 5 win over Spurs

The New York Knicks secured their first NBA championship since 1973 by defeating the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5, powered by a 32-point performance and a late fourth-quarter comeback led by Jalen Brunson.

Japan national team, fans ready for opening World Cup tilt

Japan is set to face the Netherlands Saturday afternoon at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, and fans are excited to get even a passing glance at their favorite players.

Texas expands screwworm inspector training to quicken response

The state of Texas has released an online course designed to train more animal health, livestock and agriculture professionals in identifying infestations of the New World screwworm.

Talarico 'going to Hell' for views on Bible, Lt. Gov. Patrick says

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said Democratic U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico was “going to Hell” for his views on the Bible while speaking at the Texas GOP Convention Friday.

Cedar Park man arrested for stabbing outside Round Rock Tavern

A Cedar Park man has been arrested and charged in connection with a stabbing outside a downtown Round Rock business on Thursday night.

Texas Tech officials address sports betting controversy surrounding transfer QB Brendan Sorsby

Texas Tech University Athletics' top leadership released an unprecedented 21-minute video defending quarterback Brendan Sorsby’s court-ordered return to the field, framing his permanent NCAA gambling ban as a matter of recovering from a medical addiction.

CapMetro launches two new rapid bus lines

CapMetro has launched two new rapid bus lines, connecting both Northeast and South Austin to the center of the city.

Texas Republican Party chooses new party chair during convention

The Texas Republican Party will have new leadership after delegates voted to replace current party chair Abraham George.

On The Border restaurant to close all corporate Texas locations on Friday

On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina is closing all of its company-owned restaurants by the end of the day on Friday, June 12, while keeping franchise-operated locations open as the company evaluates the future of the brand.

Rabid cat bites 3 victims at Black Rock Park in Llano County

Three people were bitten by a rabid cat while visiting Black Rock Park in Llano County last weekend, the sheriff's office said.

Midland mass shooting leaves 1 dead, 10 injured; Suspect confirmed dead

A Midland city employee was identified Saturday as the person killed in a mass shooting that wounded 10 others before the gunman was later found dead, according to city officials.

FDA approves emergency use of medication to treat screwworm in dogs, cats

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday issued an emergency use authorization for a medication to be used to treat New World screwworm infestations in dogs and cats.

Texas man declared dead by Social Security forced to prove he was alive after benefits stopped

A Texas man says he spent weeks trying to convince the Social Security Administration that he was still alive after receiving a condolence letter informing him of his own death.