Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Dallas merchandise released: Where to buy gear

FIFA has officially launched its first line of Dallas-themed World Cup 2026 merchandise, marking a major milestone for North Texas as the city prepares to host nine matches and a semifinal at Dallas Stadium.

Texas DPS lawsuit: Jury awards nearly $1.7M to 2 state troopers

The nearly $1.7 million verdict was centered on claims of unequal treatment, retaliation, and a racially hostile work environment inside Texas DPS.

Austin police investigating homicides over the weekend

Austin police are investigating homicides from over the weekend. No one has been arrested yet for either.

Water shortage becoming crisis in Hays County
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The Hays County Judge is expected to address Commissioners Court regarding the water shortage impacting the county. FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera reports.

Texas student walkouts: AG launches investigation into 3 districts

Three Texas school districts are now under investigation by the Texas Attorney General over recent student walkouts in protest of ICE operations and immigration policies.

Woman rescued from one of the deepest caves in Texas

A specialized rescue team of more than 60 personnel successfully extricated a researcher from one of the deepest cave systems in Texas on Sunday morning after a falling rock caused serious head and back injuries nearly 500 feet below ground.

Ascension Seton Austin Marathon draws big support
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Annual Austin Marathon draws a huge crowd as runners are cheered on by the thousands of supports. Many residents noticed the increased amount of road closures as runners were crossing the finish line.

Wood County deputy, DPS trooper in critical condition after officer-involved shooting

A standoff in Wood County ended in gunfire Sunday morning after a suspect who allegedly shot two law enforcement officers late Saturday was killed during a breach of his home, authorities said. Wood County is about 100 miles east of Dallas County.

Austin police investigate 8th homicide of 2026

The Austin Police Department is investigating its eighth homicide of the year after two people were found dead in south Austin Saturday morning.

Sisters mourn husbands killed after crash sends car onto Dallas sidewalk

Two sisters are mourning the deaths of their husbands this Valentine's Day after the brothers in law were fatally hit by a car while standing on a Dallas sidewalk.

Federal agents seize $6.8M in cocaine in Laredo from truck hauling flowers

U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents seized nearly $7 million worth of cocaine from a tractor-trailer claiming to be carrying fresh flowers.

Famed Houston forensic artist breaks retirement to release unofficial sketch in Nancy Guthrie search

The world-record-holding artist says she felt a deep emotional pull to help the Guthrie family and is willing to face professional criticism if her unofficial contribution leads to a break in the high-profile case.

Hunt accuses Cornyn's camp of 'doxxing' amid voter fraud allegations

U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt (R-Houston) is accusing the campaign team for Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) of "doxxing," after a social media post accused the congressman of voter fraud.

Early voting in Texas primary begins next week

Two top political leaders in Texas are providing their take on momentum and messaging as the midterm primary races get closer to the ballot box.

Federal court upholds Texas' ban on paid ballot harvesting

A federal appeals court will allow Texas to enforce restrictions on paid ballot harvesting, reversing a lower court ruling that deemed the measure unconstitutional.