These are the top colleges, universities in the 2027 U.S. News rankings

A new college ranking evaluates nearly 1,700 institutions across the country based on academic quality, student outcomes, faculty resources and other factors.

iPhone owners included in Apple’s $250 million settlement can begin filing claims

The window is now open for people who purchased certain recent iPhone models to begin filing claims to receive their share of the quarter-billion-dollar settlement fund established in the wake of the class-action lawsuit filed against Apple, accusing the tech giant of false advertising.

Austin ICE shooting: 3 men arrested during protest

A man was injured in a shooting with ICE agents in North Austin on Sunday. Later, protests erupted Sunday evening. Police said three people were arrested.

Blue Bell sued by EEOC after firing Jewish worker over beard request

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has sued Blue Bell Creameries, alleging the company unlawfully fired a Jewish technician after he requested a religious accommodation to keep his beard.

Austin ICE shooting: Rep. Greg Casar voices outrage over incident

Congressman Greg Casar was among those who continued to express anger and outrage about the incident. His Republican challenger, Lauren Pena, spoke about what she heard the congressman say.

17-year-old air lifted to hospital after Mustang Ridge auto-pedestrian crash

A 17-year-old was flown by StarFlight in critical condition after an auto-pedestrian accident on FM 1327 in Mustang Ridge early Sunday morning.

Dolly Parton’s nephew fired from security role at singer’s properties: Report

Dolly Parton’s nephew, who announced the singer's death last month, was removed from his longtime security role, according to a termination notice obtained by TMZ.

Northeast flights resuming: all ground stops lifted at EWR, JFK, TEB, LGA and PHL

The FAA lifted ground stops at Northeast airports after an Amtrak crew accidentally cut a fiber line, though widespread flight delays remain as operations recover.

Man shot by ICE agent in North Austin speaks about incident

Wilber Garces Perez is speaking out for the first time, alleging an ICE agent sideswiped and shot him during a DoorDash delivery run in North Austin.

Man shot by ICE agent in Austin speaks about incident
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Wilbur Garces Perez is speaking out for the first time, alleging the ICE agent sideswiped and shot him during a DoorDash delivery run in North Austin.

GLP-1 drugmakers sued over sudden vision loss risk: Reports

A civil lawsuit has been filed against GLP-1 drugmakers over the potential risk of sudden vision loss, according to multiple reports. 

ICE shooting in Austin: Texas lawmakers, organizations react

State, local and national leaders are reacting after a man was shot by ICE in North Austin Sunday afternoon.

Florida judge dismisses lawsuit over faceless Reese's pumpkins

Two Florida consumers claimed they paid extra for Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins based on the carved faces shown on the packaging. A federal judge disagreed, calling their only alleged injury “subjective disappointment.”

Gov. Abbott orders pause for all data centers until ERCOT audit is finished

Gov. Abbott says data centers cannot be approved until ERCOT, the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC), and the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) gather the information they need.

Where to see fall foliage in Texas

Texas fall colors peak late October through November. Discover top leaf-peeping spots from Lost Maples to East Texas, according to Texas A&M Forest Service experts.

CNN, MS NOW and Politico suing Trump administration over ban

CNN, MS NOW and Politico filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over being denied access to the White House. Reporters from the media outlets were blocked from the White House over the weekend.