Texas measles cases surge as West Texas detention center outbreaks spread

Health officials in West Texas have identified 147 confirmed measles cases this year, with the vast majority linked to regional detention facilities as of mid-March.

WATCH: Dramatic dashcam footage shows moment truck slams into car in Southeast Texas

A terrifying crash caught on camera shows a truck slamming into a car that pulled out into traffic on a Southeast Texas highway. The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) released the dashcam footage to warn drivers that failing to wait for a safe gap is a major cause of serious accidents.

Suspect arrested for gunfire outside Home Depot
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A man is in custody after allegedly firing an AR 15 in the parking of a Home Depot in Bastrop Wednesday afternoon. FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera has more.

Texas wildfires: Evacuation orders lifted in Panhandle; Hutchinson fire 70% contained

The Texas A&M Forest Service reported the “Hutchinson” Fire in Hutchinson County was estimated to have impacted 2,882 acres and was approximately 70% contained as of Thursday morning.

Hays CISD proposes $12.25M in budget cuts for upcoming school year

Hays CISD is proposing significant budget cuts for the next school year in an effort to address record post-pandemic inflation and a student allotment increase that falls "well short."

Texas hemp shop sues to block new 'Total THC' rules set for March 31

A Texas-based hemp retailer has filed a lawsuit in Travis County to block new state regulations scheduled to take effect March 31, 2026, that would effectively ban many currently legal hemp products.

1990 'Lover's Lane' cold case: Suspect arrested, charged with capital murder

After almost 36 years, an arrest has been made and charges filed in connection to the 1990 “Lover's Lane" murders of a young man and woman in Houston.

Texas Army reservist says wife detained after immigration check-in in Houston while asylum case was pending

A Texas Army reservist says his wife was detained after a routine immigration check-in and never came home. Her attorney says she had a pending asylum case and had been complying with requirements. She is now being held in a Houston detention facility as her legal team prepares for a hearing.

Southwest Airlines celebrates opening of new crew base at Austin's airport

Southwest Airlines and Austin city leaders gathered Wednesday morning at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to celebrate the opening of the airline’s new crew base, marking a major milestone for both the company and the city.

Austin, San Antonio community steps up to support TSA workers

As the partial government shutdown continues to impact air travel, businesses and the Austin and San Antonio airports are stepping up to support TSA workers.

GOP considering Dallas for potential 2026 Midterm National Convention

The Republican Party is exploring the possibility of holding an unprecedented midterm election convention in Dallas at the American Airlines Center to boost Texas voter turnout.

Man fires at vehicles at Bastrop Home Depot: police
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A man is in custody after firing an AR-15 from his vehicle at other vehicles at a Home Depot in Bastrop.

Texas city named as 1 of 3 finalists for Elon Musk's 'Boring Company' projects

After a months-long competition to convince tech mogul Elon Musk's Boring Company to choose a U.S. city for a transit tunnel project, one Texas city has made the cut for the final three in consideration. 

How Texas plans to save spring crops as Iran War inflates fertilizer, diesel prices

As the war in Iran continues, Texas farmers are weighing their options as the window to fertilize crops for the spring planting season begins to close. The state's agriculture commissioner believes timing, alternatives and Lone Star resilience might prevent disaster for the industry.

'Zoox' self-driving cars to roll out in Austin

Another brand of self-driving cars is rolling out in Austin. Zoox autonomous vehicles (AVs) have been testing in Austin since 2024