Volunteer firefighter in Milam County dies in crash responding to call

The Buckholts Volunteer Fire Department is mourning the loss of one of its firefighters who died in a crash while responding to a call.

These colleges rank as the best in the US in 2027, data shows

A new ranking reveals which colleges and universities may offer students the strongest combination of academic quality, campus experience and long-term financial value.

Texas midterms: Talarico rumor debunked as questions grow over candidate debates

With just three weeks until Election Day, Texas' biggest political races are drawing renewed attention as candidates make their final push for votes.

Florida nurse accused of stealing fentanyl from ICU patient’s IV

Police arrested a Florida nurse after a patient’s family member reportedly caught her stealing fentanyl from a critically ill patient's IV infusion at Cleveland Clinic Tradition Hospital. 

Trump, Rubio mull firing Kimberly Guilfoyle after reports of improper conduct

U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle is under scrutiny after reports alleged she accepted improper gifts and sought $100,000 from a political donor to pay her credit card debt in exchange for executive access.

Reality TV personality Kash killed in downtown Oakland shooting, woman arrested

Reality TV personality Mackayla Paige, known as Kash, was fatally shot in downtown Oakland early Sunday morning. Police have arrested a woman from Richmond as family and friends mourn the 29-year-old star.

Authorities seek help identifying man's body found in Possum Kingdom Lake

Authorities in Palo Pinto County are asking for the public’s help to identify a man whose body was recovered from Possum Kingdom Lake on Sunday morning.

Austin City Limits music festival wraps up after a weekend of sun, dust, and good food

After two three-day weekends, the Austin City Limits Music Festival has officially come to a close. Following a muddy kickoff during Weekend One, the weather cleared up just in time for Weekend Two, bringing back crowds of sun-drenched fans eager for more live music.

Houston Texans snap winless start with 26-3 victory over Tennessee Titans

Houston Texans QB C.J. Stroud had two total touchdowns and led the Houston Texans to a 26-3 victory over the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, ending their winless start to the season.

Baby bath seats sold on Amazon under recall for risk of serious injury, drowning

A brand of baby bath seats sold in April on Amazon.com is under a recall because they are unstable and can tip over while in use, posing a risk of serious injury or even drowning, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission says. 

Innocent mistake on long flight could have devastating consequences for travelers

An everyday habit during a long-haul flight could have painful consequences for certain travelers — with a recent case highlighting some serious dangers. 

Anti-death penalty advocates rally at Texas Capitol, calling for end to executions

Families, activists, and exonerated former death row inmates gathered on the steps of the Texas State Capitol to rally against capital punishment, marking 27 years of organized advocacy by opponents of the death penalty.

Amelia Earhart expedition heads to South Pacific in search of aviator’s missing plane

A U.S. team of marine archeologists are hoping a submerged object a satellite detected six years ago roughly halfway between Australia and Hawaii is the plane of Amelia Earhart.

Mother charged with murder in daughter’s death after autopsy cites neglect

A North Carolina mother faces a first-degree murder charge in the death of her 13-year-old daughter, who was found inside a High Point home in October 2025.

What we know about the South Georgia shooting that left 5 dead

Five people are dead following an apparent family murder-suicide inside a home in Coffee County late Friday night, according to police.

Pack of dogs in Caldwell County continue to attack pets on family's property

A Caldwell County family has spent nearly $9,000 in animal medical bills after a series of brutal dog attacks killed one of their pets and severely injured another.