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

Texas oil production ticks up amid Iran war, but Dallas Fed warns of price uncertainty

The war with Iran is driving up global oil prices and fueling an increase in local oil production. But it’s not a significant increase, according to the Dallas Federal Reserve.

Democrats score two upset wins in Florida special elections

Florida Democrats are touting two upset victories after Tuesday’s special elections, including one in Palm Beach County and another in a closely watched state Senate race in Hillsborough County.

'Do you think I'm that stupid?' Wayne County judge berates woman joining court while driving

A Metro Detroit woman joined a court Zoom call while on the road this week. She was scheduled for an appearance before a Woodhaven district judge. Of course, driving a car while appearing in court is something you cannot do when facing a judge.

Florida AG warns NFL: Drop affirmative-action ‘Rooney Rule’ or face legal consequences

Florida’s chief law enforcement officer announced Wednesday that he will warn National Football League Commissioner Roger Goodell that the NFL’s longstanding "Rooney Rule," mandating interviews of minority and ethnically diverse candidates, is illegal in the Sunshine State.

Texas awards $116M in public safety grants for 2026 FIFA World Cup security

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has awarded $116 million in public safety grants to host cities to bolster security, equipment, and emergency coordination ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup.

2025 saw record levels of solar, wind power in US: Here's where

Solar and wind power just hit record highs in the U.S. with explosive growth and plunging costs. Here’s which states are leading.

Mississippi transfers newly discovered 1960s KKK materials to state archives

Mississippi officials have transferred a cache of newly rediscovered 1960s-era Ku Klux Klan materials from the Department of Public Safety to the Department of Archives and History.

Army raises enlistment age to 42, drops marijuana conviction rule

The United States Army has updated several rule changes for their enlistment qualifications, including the maximum age requirement as well as eliminating a marijuana conviction that impacted some potential recruits.

Army to test first-ever pilot optional Black Hawk helicopter amid major tech shift

The U.S. Army has taken a major step toward autonomous aviation after receiving its first Black Hawk helicopter capable of flying with or without a pilot onboard, the War Department has announced.

Talarico responds after Hegseth’s pastor wishes him ‘crucified’

State Rep. James Talarico has responded to statements made by a man described as a spiritual adviser to Secretary of War Pete Hegseth that called for the Democratic senate candidate to be "crucified."

Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 53 latest updates

Wednesday marks Day 53 in the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, as we enter the seventh week since her disappearance from her Tucson-area home on Feb. 1.