Texas catches federal suit for dismantling diversity-related business contract program

A first-of-its-kind lawsuit for the United States is unfolding in Texas, challenging state government action to dismantle a diversity-related contracting program. 

2026 Election: The economy may become a top issue in November

The outcome of the midterm election may not hinge on some of the hot topics that drove primary voters to the ballot box. The economy may flip the political narrative in Texas and across the nation.

Houston jet that crashed in Maine took off later than normal after de-icing: NTSB

According to a new report from the National Transportation Safety Board, a Houston jet that crashed in Maine in late January spent a longer time than normal on the runway after de-icing. 

Austin 6th Street shooting: Woman sues Tesla claiming suspect violently attacked her at work months before

A woman who works at the Tesla gigafactory said the man accused of carrying out the deadly 6th Street shooting once violently attacked her at work, just a few months before the tragedy.

Christopher Taylor acquittal: Travis County DA files petition for discretionary review

The Travis County District Attorney's office has filed a petition for discretionary review related to the acquittal of former Austin police officer Christopher Taylor.

Austin weather: Severe storms possible this weekend

A front comes into play this weekend to turn on the rain Saturday and then cool us off on Sunday.

Ceremony marks 190th anniversary of the Battle of the Alamo
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People gathered at The Alamo in San Antonio early March 6, 2026, to mark the 190th anniversary of the Battle of the Alamo, which proved crucial to Texas independence. 

Major crash on I-35 involving two semi-trucks; lanes now open again

Austin police say northbound lanes of I-35 are now open again after a crash involving two semi-trucks early Friday morning.

Texas AMBER Alert canceled after missing child was found safe

An AMBER Alert was issued for a missing child in Greeneville Thursday night. Police have since located the 2-year-old girl.

Tony Gonzales drops out of race for House reelection in Texas

U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales, a Republican from a congressional district rooted in San Antonio, has dropped out of a runoff race for his reelection after a scandal over an affair gained national attention. 

Big changes for Texas SNAP recipients involving work requirements, what you can no longer buy

On April 1, Texas becomes the first state to ban SNAP recipients from buying candy, gum, and sweetened soft drinks. Many more changes are underway for SNAP users, the most in recent memory.

GOP House leaders ask Gonzales to drop reelection bid after affair confession

Republican leaders in the U.S. House of Representatives, including Speaker Mike Johnson, have asked Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-TX) to drop out of his race for reelection. 

Heated political races in Texas morphs into spiritual warfare

Political spiritual warfare is starting to gain ground as the midterm fight moves from the Primary election. The Texas Senate race may be the biggest battleground.

Texas DPS announces major traffic crackdown for Spring Break

Texas state troopers are launching a high-visibility traffic enforcement campaign through March 17 to crack down on speeding and impaired driving during the busy spring break travel period.