Louisiana Republicans push to eliminate an elected office won by exonerated man
Calvin Duncan was exonerated after serving nearly 30 years in prison and was elected as the New Orleans new clerk of criminal court, but now Republican legislators are racing to eliminate the position.
Calvin Duncan was exonerated after serving nearly 30 years in prison and was elected as the New Orleans new clerk of criminal court, but now Republican legislators are racing to eliminate the position.
Judge temporarily blocks Texas ban on smokable THC products
A Texas judge has temporarily blocked a statewide ban on smokable THC products after businesses across the state filed a lawsuit to that end.
A Texas judge has temporarily blocked a statewide ban on smokable THC products after businesses across the state filed a lawsuit to that end.
Texas celebrates opening of first new state park in decades
Nestled between the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and Abilene is more than 4,800 acres of former ranch land that is now home to the first new state park in North Texas in 25 years.
Nestled between the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and Abilene is more than 4,800 acres of former ranch land that is now home to the first new state park in North Texas in 25 years.
Lawsuit blames Texas cheerleader's death on excessive energy drink consumption
The parents of a Texas cheerleader have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against a beverage distributor in Hidalgo County.
The parents of a Texas cheerleader have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against a beverage distributor in Hidalgo County.
Lehman HS baseball team to finish season amid investigation in alleged 'serious bullying': district
The Lehman High School baseball team will be allowed to finish their season amid an investigation into allegations of “serious bullying” by some members of the team.
The Lehman High School baseball team will be allowed to finish their season amid an investigation into allegations of “serious bullying” by some members of the team.
Winning $78M lottery ticket bought in Texas will expire soon if not claimed
A jackpot-winning lottery ticket purchased in Texas is still waiting to be claimed — and if it's not, it'll be worthless in a matter of weeks.
A jackpot-winning lottery ticket purchased in Texas is still waiting to be claimed — and if it's not, it'll be worthless in a matter of weeks.
5 charged with murder in deadly California fireworks explosion, company owner arrested at Walt Disney World
Five people have been charged with murder in a deadly explosion at a fireworks warehouse in Northern California last summer that killed seven people and injured two others. The owner of the company was arrested at Walt Disney World in Florida, according to an arrest affidavit.
Five people have been charged with murder in a deadly explosion at a fireworks warehouse in Northern California last summer that killed seven people and injured two others. The owner of the company was arrested at Walt Disney World in Florida, according to an arrest affidavit.
Renderings revealed for Trump’s 250-foot Triumphal Arch
Official design renderings for the president’s controversial 250-foot arch were shared on Friday.
Official design renderings for the president’s controversial 250-foot arch were shared on Friday.
New witness saw ICE shooting in California, provides dashcam video
A new witness officially came forward on Friday with dashcam footage that may provide a critical look into the recent shooting involving U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in Patterson, Calif., and raises questions about early-morning gunfire in the middle of civilian traffic.
A new witness officially came forward on Friday with dashcam footage that may provide a critical look into the recent shooting involving U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in Patterson, Calif., and raises questions about early-morning gunfire in the middle of civilian traffic.
IRS: Tax refunds are up this year; here's how much
Tax refunds are surging above past averages. Here's what to know.
Tax refunds are surging above past averages. Here's what to know.
Shootout caught on video during Fort Worth robbery lands 3 in jail
Three people have been arrested in connection with a robbery and shootout in Fort Worth that was caught on video.
Three people have been arrested in connection with a robbery and shootout in Fort Worth that was caught on video.
Abbott activates Texas emergency response teams ahead of severe storms
Texas. Gov. Greg Abbott activated emergency response resources Friday as the state faces a stretch of potential severe weather.
Texas. Gov. Greg Abbott activated emergency response resources Friday as the state faces a stretch of potential severe weather.
Texas congressman files resolution condemning Tennessee congressman over anti-Muslim post
Rep. Al Green filed a resolution condemning a post made by one of his colleagues that he said was “hateful” and “Islamophobic.”
Rep. Al Green filed a resolution condemning a post made by one of his colleagues that he said was “hateful” and “Islamophobic.”
Artemis II splashdown live: Timeline of events, minute by minute
NASA's historic Artemis 11 mission to the moon will end Friday when the Orion capsule splashes down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego around 8:07 p.m. EDT. Here's a timeline of the Orion capsule's return to Earth.
NASA's historic Artemis 11 mission to the moon will end Friday when the Orion capsule splashes down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego around 8:07 p.m. EDT. Here's a timeline of the Orion capsule's return to Earth.
‘It honestly felt surreal’: Boy who was born deaf talks to Disneyland character in sign language
A 3-year-old boy, who was born deaf, signed to Jessie from “Toy Story" during a recent Disneyland visit – and the character signed back, surprising his family.
A 3-year-old boy, who was born deaf, signed to Jessie from “Toy Story" during a recent Disneyland visit – and the character signed back, surprising his family.
Austin weather: Severe storms possible with main threats hail, strong winds
The downpours we had yesterday are just a preview of what is heading this way.
The downpours we had yesterday are just a preview of what is heading this way.
US stamp prices may increase again; here’s how much it would cost
The U.S. Postal Service said on Thursday it wants to raise the price of first-class mail stamps. Here's what to know.
The U.S. Postal Service said on Thursday it wants to raise the price of first-class mail stamps. Here's what to know.
Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 69 latest updates
Friday marks Day 69 in the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie. Nancy disappeared from her Tucson-area home on Feb. 1, and authorities believe Nancy was taken from her home against her will.
Friday marks Day 69 in the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie. Nancy disappeared from her Tucson-area home on Feb. 1, and authorities believe Nancy was taken from her home against her will.
Popular Costco bakery item recalled for 'life-threatening' allergen risk
Costco is issuing a recall of a popular bakery product sold at stores in several states. Here's what to know.
Costco is issuing a recall of a popular bakery product sold at stores in several states. Here's what to know.