'Dirty Myrtle' is now the hottest US metro for seniors

Myrtle Beach has become the fastest-growing U.S. metro area for people 65 and older, driven by climate, low taxes, and remote work trends. The senior population now makes up over a quarter of its residents.

Texas families of different faiths sue over law requiring Ten Commandments in classrooms

Sixteen Texas families of different faiths have filed a lawsuit looking to block a state law that would require the Ten Commandments to be displayed in school classrooms.

5-year-old girl on Disney Dream lost balance, fell through cruise ship porthole, sheriff says

A 5-year-old girl who fell overboard the Disney Dream cruise ship last weekend lost her balance on a railing and fell backwards through an open porthole and into the ocean below, according to the Broward County Sheriff's Office.

What is the Mann Act? What Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs was found guilty of

The guilty charge for Sean "Diddy" Combs involve a felony violation of the federal Mann Act. Here’s what to know about the law, the verdict and his sentencing.

Pope Leo XIV announces next Bishop of the Diocese of Austin

The Holy See has announced that Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Daniel E. Garcia as the sixth Bishop of the Diocese of Austin.

City of Leander installs free microchip scanning station for lost pets

The City of Leander has installed its first microchip scanning station to make it easier for owners to be reunited with lost pets.

San Quentin holds emotional, first-ever father-daughter prom

Hair, make-up, gowns, tuxedos, and tears—San Quentin Rehabilitation Center was recently the scene of an emotional first-ever father-daughter prom.

July 4 holiday weekend 2025: List of events happening in Central Texas

July 4th is here and communities all over Central Texas are celebrating this weekend with family-friendly events and fireworks displays.

Florida handicap parking now open to pregnant women with a permit

From morning sickness to swollen feet, pregnancy creates all kinds of challenges for expectant mothers.  State lawmakers are making sure finding a parking spot will not be one of them. A new Florida law that took effect on July 1 allows pregnant women to get a handicap parking permit.