FBI and NCAA team up to fight sexual exploitation
The FBI is teaming up with the NCAA to start a program to combat sexual exploitation of college athletes. Here's what to know.
The FBI is teaming up with the NCAA to start a program to combat sexual exploitation of college athletes. Here's what to know.
FBI Most Wanted 'fraudster' found in Jamaica, charged in US $32M COVID relief scheme: DOJ
A South Florida woman on the FBI's list of “Most Wanted Fraudsters" for her alleged role in a $32 million scheme tied to COVID-19 funds was arrested in Jamaica and brought back to the United States.
A South Florida woman on the FBI's list of “Most Wanted Fraudsters" for her alleged role in a $32 million scheme tied to COVID-19 funds was arrested in Jamaica and brought back to the United States.
Texas firefighters battle 3,025-acre wildfire in Stephens County
Containment of the Bufford Creek Fire in Stephens County has reached 90% as the wildfire's footprint adjusted slightly to 3,025 acres, state forestry officials said.
Containment of the Bufford Creek Fire in Stephens County has reached 90% as the wildfire's footprint adjusted slightly to 3,025 acres, state forestry officials said.
Nearly 50,000 Chrysler vehicles recalled over seat belt safety defect
Chrysler is recalling nearly 50,000 vehicles over a seat belt defect that could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Chrysler is recalling nearly 50,000 vehicles over a seat belt defect that could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Burn bans issued in unincorporated areas of Travis and Hays counties
Travis County and Hays County officials have issued burn bans that will remain in effect until September 29.
Travis County and Hays County officials have issued burn bans that will remain in effect until September 29.
These are the best community colleges in the US for 2026, data says
Community college can offer a more affordable route to a degree — but some schools stand out among others. See which community colleges ranked highest in a new analysis.
Community college can offer a more affordable route to a degree — but some schools stand out among others. See which community colleges ranked highest in a new analysis.
Abbott lays out 3 priorities for Texas Classroom Commission at inaugural meeting
The Texas Classroom Commission held its first meeting Monday, where Gov. Greg Abbott laid out three priorities for the group.
The Texas Classroom Commission held its first meeting Monday, where Gov. Greg Abbott laid out three priorities for the group.
U.S. citizen arrested after 130 pounds of cocaine found in vehicle at Texas-Mexico border
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized more than $1.7 million worth of cocaine hidden inside an SUV at the Del Rio Port of Entry earlier this month, federal authorities announced.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized more than $1.7 million worth of cocaine hidden inside an SUV at the Del Rio Port of Entry earlier this month, federal authorities announced.
Schools starting in August among 'dumbest things' Texas does, lawmaker says.
A Texas lawmaker is pushing for children to start school later in the year because of the risks involving heat in August.
A Texas lawmaker is pushing for children to start school later in the year because of the risks involving heat in August.
Texas woman arrested after leaving 2 children home alone to travel to Mexico
A woman was arrested after allegedly leaving two young children, including a toddler in a heavily soiled diaper, home alone without adult supervision while she traveled to Mexico.
A woman was arrested after allegedly leaving two young children, including a toddler in a heavily soiled diaper, home alone without adult supervision while she traveled to Mexico.
Lotto Texas $26.75M jackpot winner: Winning numbers, where ticket was sold
A Lotto Texas ticket sold in Angleton won the $26.75 million jackpot on Monday. Here are the winning numbers and where the ticket was sold.
A Lotto Texas ticket sold in Angleton won the $26.75 million jackpot on Monday. Here are the winning numbers and where the ticket was sold.
Trial for Luigi Mangione, charged in death of UnitedHealthcare CEO, to begin Sept. 8, jury to be anonymous
Luigi Mangione, who is charged in the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, was back in court Tuesday, in what could be his final appearance before his high-profile New York murder trial gets underway next month.
Luigi Mangione, who is charged in the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, was back in court Tuesday, in what could be his final appearance before his high-profile New York murder trial gets underway next month.
Matthew McConaughey Cinema new name of Alamo Drafthouse Mueller
An Austin Alamo Drafthouse location now has a new name in honor of Texas native and award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey.
An Austin Alamo Drafthouse location now has a new name in honor of Texas native and award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey.
Video: Florida man accused of driving 110 mph claimed he was speeding to catch his cheating girlfriend
A Florida man accused of driving 110 mph in a 60-mph zone was arrested early Aug. 1 under the state's "super speeder" law after telling a deputy he was rushing to catch his cheating girlfriend.
A Florida man accused of driving 110 mph in a 60-mph zone was arrested early Aug. 1 under the state's "super speeder" law after telling a deputy he was rushing to catch his cheating girlfriend.
Powerball jackpot climbs to $975 million: Winning numbers, next drawing date
The Powerball jackpot is nearing $1 billion after no big winner in Monday night's drawing.
The Powerball jackpot is nearing $1 billion after no big winner in Monday night's drawing.
Car break-ins at Austin trails: 2 arrested after investigation
Two men have been arrested in connection to multiple vehicle burglaries. Their arrests come as the Austin Police Department investigates a series of car break-ins that have taken place at popular park and trail locations.
Two men have been arrested in connection to multiple vehicle burglaries. Their arrests come as the Austin Police Department investigates a series of car break-ins that have taken place at popular park and trail locations.
'Matthew McConaughey Cinema' at Alamo Drafthouse Mueller
Alamo Drafthouse Mueller paid tribute to Matthew McConaughey.
Alamo Drafthouse Mueller paid tribute to Matthew McConaughey.
Man convicted of killing common-law wife, her boyfriend in Travis County
A man was convicted of capital murder of multiple persons in Travis County this week. Sherles Machado-Hernandez, 33, shot and killed his common-law wife and her boyfriend in October 2024.
A man was convicted of capital murder of multiple persons in Travis County this week. Sherles Machado-Hernandez, 33, shot and killed his common-law wife and her boyfriend in October 2024.
Annual report ranks the best and worst states for 2026
Thinking about a fresh start somewhere new? A new ranking has revealed the best and worst states in 2026. Here's which state came out on top.
Thinking about a fresh start somewhere new? A new ranking has revealed the best and worst states in 2026. Here's which state came out on top.
Former fraternity member pleads guilty in deadly Flagstaff hazing case
Former fraternity member Carter Eslick pleaded guilty to felony hazing in the death of 18-year-old Colin Martinez following a drinking game in Flagstaff.
Former fraternity member Carter Eslick pleaded guilty to felony hazing in the death of 18-year-old Colin Martinez following a drinking game in Flagstaff.