'Trump Accounts': Proposed Texas law would double infant savings
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says he wants to go so far as to amend the Texas constitution to permanently spend $400 million in taxes annually to double the accounts of children born in the state.
Missing Florida teen shot to death, lit on fire by friends from school: Sheriff
Two Florida teenagers are in custody after deputies say a missing 14-year-old girl was found shot to death and set on fire.
Coast Guard swimmer who rescued 165 children from Texas flooding named Houston Rodeo grand marshal
“Petty Officer (Scott) Ruskan represents courage, commitment and service at the highest level, and we are thrilled to welcome him as our 2026 grand marshal."
Detroit's RoboCop statue installed at Eastern Market after years of delays
After 15 years, Detroit's RoboCop statue has now found a home.
Texas man charged in federal drug fraud scheme across 5 states
A Texas man has been indicted on federal charges related to a scheme to use fake prescriptions to get medications from pharmacies in multiple states, then selling the drugs on the streets.
Texas landowners can claim up to $80,000 in state initiative
Texas landowners have until January to apply for participation in the $3.2 million state reforestation initiative.
Who is Brian Cole? Suspected DC pipe bomber arrested by FBI
The FBI arrested Brian Cole, Jr.
Hawaii sues TikTok parent company ByteDance, claims app harms children
Hawaii claims that ByteDance designed TikTok to manipulate dopamine production, similar to gambling industry tactics.
With 'Trump Accounts,' your child could qualify for $1,000: What to know
Trump’s new $1,000 baby accounts and a major donation could grow kids’ savings. Here's what to know.
Central Texas resident wins $1M on Texas Lottery scratch ticket
A resident of Copperas Cove claimed a $1 million top prize winning ticket in the Texas Lottery's 500X scratch ticket game.
Texas' controversial 'bathroom bill' targeting transgender people goes into effect
Here's a look at how the new bathroom bill affects the average Texan, as well as how the steep fines for breaking the rules will work.
Trump administration launches immigration crackdown in New Orleans
Federal officers are in the city for an operation aimed at enforcing the Trump administration’s immigration policies.
Former California deputy accused of killing his son, 11, shot after police chase
A former deputy out of Sacramento County who officials believe stabbed his 11-year-old son to death was shot and killed after a car chase with law enforcement officers, according to California authorities.
$5K grants available for Central Texas restaurants hit by catastrophic July floods
The TX Restaurant Relief Fund has been activated to provide financial aid and support to independent restaurants and workers impacted by the recent catastrophic Texas floods.
'A miracle happened': Lifeguards rescue runaway dog swept out to sea in rip current
A beloved black lab mix named Sadie had luck, lifeguards and an AirTag on her side when she escaped from the San Diego home she was visiting and got swept out to sea by a rip current.
Brianna Aguilera: Austin police say no evidence of anything criminal as family retains Tony Buzbee
Austin police said 19-year-old Brianna Aguilera, who was found dead outside a high-rise apartment in West Campus last week, died by suicide.
Woman in custody after police chase across San Fernando Valley
A car chase involving a possible stolen car is underway in the San Fernando Valley.
San Marcos' Christmas lighting ceremony
Hays County is ringing in the holiday season. The county judge invited the community out for the annual Christmas lighting ceremony.
Georgetown man ruled 'not guilty by insanity' in deadly beating of 6-year-old boy
A judge has ruled Daniel Logan "not guilty by insanity" for his role in the death of 6-year-old Jeremy Diaz.
Family of Brianna Aguilera retains Tony Buzbee, disputes ruling in student's death
The Buzbee Law Firm is teaming up with the Gamez Law Firm to help the parents of 19-year-old Brianna Aguilera, a Texas A&M student, who was found dead on a sidewalk in Austin last week.