Detroit mayor wants review of homeless outreach strategy after kids freeze to death

Officials are reeling after the discovery in a van parked at a casino in Detroit where two kids were found dead early Monday morning. According to police, both kids froze to death due to frigid winter temperatures.

Texas Coast Guard detains 11 Mexican fisherman, seizes illegally caught fish, 9 sharks

The Coast Guard intercepted four lanchas on Feb. 6 and detained 11 Mexican fishermen. They also seized approximately 1,595 pounds of illegally caught red snapper and nine sharks in federal waters off southern Texas.

Bomb scare on Austin plane causes delays; passenger onboard speaks out

A passenger who was on a flight out of Austin that was delayed by a bomb threat is speaking out. While on board the flight, someone changed their hotspot's Wi-Fi network name on the plane to “I have a bomb."

Austin rape survivor advocates for expansion of DNA technology used by FBI

A sexual assault survivor from Austin said DNA technology could help save others from the years of terror she experienced when her attacker wasn’t caught.

Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo's Pony Express relay trots through Austin

Dozens of horses and riders trotted through Austin as part of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo's Pony Express relay to deliver rodeo invitations to state leaders.

Florida stuntman, Texas author convicted of COVID fraud scheme

A Florida Hollywood stuntman and a Texas author and baker have been convicted of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering.

Multiple snakes, drugs found in apartment near Milam County middle school: TPWD

A Milam County man is facing multiple charges after multiple snakes, including about 25 rattlesnakes, drugs and drug paraphernalia was found inside his apartment by Texas Game Wardens.

MN Timberwolves ownership dispute: ARod, Lore win arbitration battle

An arbitration ruling over a dispute stemming from a final payment has sided with Alex Rodriguez (ARod) and Marc Lore to become the new owners of the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Kyle residents can help rename South Goforth Road in new contest

The city of Kyle is inviting residents to potentially make their mark on their city by renaming South Goforth Road.

Map: These states have the most, least smokers

36 million adults in the U.S. smoke cigarettes, or about an average of 12.6% of the population in each state. Here are the states that have the most and least smokers.

Austin man accused of painting swastikas, profanity on properties around Travis County

An Austin area man is facing charges for painting swastikas and profanity on properties around Travis County over an 11-month period. Authorities said he’s involved in more than 40 reported incidents.

USPS warns of 'romance scams' ahead of Valentine's Day

Scammers are looking to exploit vulnerable people. Here is how to protect yourself and loved ones.