US military accidentally shoots down own drone at Texas border, lawmakers say

The U.S. military accidentally used a "laser-based" anti-drone system to shoot down a Customs and Border Protection drone Thursday night in Texas, lawmakers say. 

Texas law requires automatic explanations from insurance companies in 2026

A new Texas law effective January 1, 2026, mandates that insurance companies automatically provide written explanations for any declined, canceled, or non-renewed home and auto policies to increase industry transparency.

Samsung updates TV data consent settings after Texas sues over 'spying'

Tech giant Samsung has agreed to change some of their TVs' user interfaces after Texas accused to manufacturer of using software to record and spy on users. 

Texas can enforce drag show ban, federal court decides

A Texas law banning certain drag performances which was previously blocked by a federal court will now be allowed to be enforced starting next month. 

CBP officers seize 44 Handguns, 79 Magazines at Laredo Port of Entry

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized 44 handguns and 79 magazines hidden in a Corvette at the Laredo Port of Entry during an outbound inspection into Mexico.

WATCH: Texas delivery driver catches road rage assault on smart glasses

A 29-year-old man was arrested after he reportedly got into a road rage assault in El Paso Monday, and it was recorded on a delivery driver's smart glasses.

Cardi B endorses Jasmine Crockett; new poll shows James Talarico leading Texas Senate race

A social media endorsement from rap superstar Cardi B has injected celebrity drama into the record-breaking $110 million Texas Senate primary, sparking a viral exchange with Attorney General Ken Paxton.

Nebo Mountain Fire in Gillespie County burns over 1K acres

The Nebo Mountain Fire in Gillespie County is now 100 percent contained. Crews from across the state battled the 1,160-acre fire in north Gillespie County.

Wildfire in Gillespie County now contained
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The Nebo Mountain Fire in Gillespie County is now 100 percent contained. Crews from across the state battled the 1,160-acre fire in north Gillespie County.

Continues water conservation concerns in Hays County
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Hays County Commissioners are holding off, for now, on a proposal that would temporarily pause permits for large water usage developments.

Blue-green algae is back in Austin waterways

Cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae, is dangerous to humans, but especially harmful to dogs.

Texas county declines to become 2nd to dedicate road to Charlie Kirk

Commissioners in Bastrop County tabled a resolution Monday to dedicate a road to the memory of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. 

Six Flags Over Texas kicks off 65th anniversary season with opening weekend

Six Flags Over Texas is launching its 65th anniversary season for opening weekend, starting this Saturday, February 28, with a year-long celebration featuring park-wide enhancements, a new history museum, and the upcoming debut of the world’s first "giga dive" coaster, Tormenta Rampaging Run.