Texas women used crow drones to fly drugs into Louisiana prison, authorities say

Two Texas women were arrested for allegedly using a drone and hollowed-out plastic bird decoys to smuggle drugs and cellphones into a federal prison.

Oil prices spike as Iran war intensifies: What to know

The price of oil has jumped as the Iran war is now in its second week and it's impacting consumers at the pump in the U.S.

Hall County teacher dies during prank; Teens charged

A Hall County teacher has died and five teens are in custody after a "rolling" prank ended in a fatal accident on North Gate Drive.

US military: Is there a draft in 2026?

The U.S. House of Representatives passed a measure to automatically register men for the Selective Service, updating requirements for the first time in decades.

Emergency landing ends in tragedy as plane crashes on New Mexico golf course

One person was killed and another remains in critical condition after a small plane crashed on the Los Altos Golf Course in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Austin weather: Cold front, storm risk to roll in mid-afternoon

It's cold front day and storm day! The front is slowing down and not entering Central Texas until the afternoon during the warmest part of the day. 

Austin 6th Street shooting: APD's response time
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The Austin Police Department is getting recognition for their rapid response to the mass shooting at a west 6th Street bar.

Texas catches federal suit for dismantling diversity-related business contract program

A first-of-its-kind lawsuit for the United States is unfolding in Texas, challenging state government action to dismantle a diversity-related contracting program. 

Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus closing several stores: What to know

The parent company of Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus will close more department stores as part of its bankruptcy restructuring. Here's what we know.

2026 Election: The economy may become a top issue in November

The outcome of the midterm election may not hinge on some of the hot topics that drove primary voters to the ballot box. The economy may flip the political narrative in Texas and across the nation.

Houston jet that crashed in Maine took off later than normal after de-icing: NTSB

According to a new report from the National Transportation Safety Board, a Houston jet that crashed in Maine in late January spent a longer time than normal on the runway after de-icing. 

Girl Scouts troop draws buzz after runaway cookie sales outside cannabis shop

A New Jersey Girl Scouts troop found cookie sales in high demand outside a cannabis dispensary, but the move may have landed the group in hot water with the organization's leaders.

Austin 6th Street shooting: Woman sues Tesla claiming suspect violently attacked her at work months before

A woman who works at the Tesla gigafactory said the man accused of carrying out the deadly 6th Street shooting once violently attacked her at work, just a few months before the tragedy.

Tourist's bird-brained Vegas stunt with flamingo lands him behind bars on felony charges

A Canadian tourist’s late-night bender took a decidedly bird-brained turn when authorities say he waddled into a Las Vegas resort and casino and wrangled a resident flamingo before carrying it off to his room.