Texas county accused of changing voting maps after primary elections
Voting rights groups say Galveston County plans to use new precinct maps in November after holding March primaries under older boundaries.
Voting rights groups say Galveston County plans to use new precinct maps in November after holding March primaries under older boundaries.
Award-winning Pflugerville BBQ spot closing its doors due to high beef prices
An award-winning barbecue spot is set to soon close their doors, and they say the rising cost of beef played a part in that decision.
An award-winning barbecue spot is set to soon close their doors, and they say the rising cost of beef played a part in that decision.
CDC expands iceberg lettuce cyclospora outbreak to 15 states
Parasitic illness cases in 15 states have been linked to iceberg lettuce, U.S. health officials said Wednesday.
Parasitic illness cases in 15 states have been linked to iceberg lettuce, U.S. health officials said Wednesday.
Erica Schwartz: Who is the new CDC director?
The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Here’s what to know about her.
The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Here’s what to know about her.
Texas investigates American Academy of Pediatrics over childhood vaccine recommendations
The Texas Attorney General’s Office said Wednesday it has opened an investigation into the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) over the group’s promotion of childhood vaccines.
The Texas Attorney General’s Office said Wednesday it has opened an investigation into the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) over the group’s promotion of childhood vaccines.
$1.1M in cocaine seized at Texas border
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized more than $1 million in illegal drugs over the course of two separate incidents at the U.S.-Mexico border.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized more than $1 million in illegal drugs over the course of two separate incidents at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Democrats set sights on open Texas border district in expansion of midterm targets
On Wednesday, the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee added 12 new districts to their “Districts in Play," a group of Republican-held or open seats in the House of Representatives that they feel are prime for a Democratic takeover.
On Wednesday, the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee added 12 new districts to their “Districts in Play," a group of Republican-held or open seats in the House of Representatives that they feel are prime for a Democratic takeover.
British citizen living in Katy faces sentencing for illegally voting in U.S. election
A British citizen living in Katy admitted to illegally voting in the 2020 federal election, officials say.
A British citizen living in Katy admitted to illegally voting in the 2020 federal election, officials say.
Large alligator with ‘old bullet hole’ found lounging in Texas pool
A large alligator who had clearly been through it was recently found lounging in the backyard pool of a South Texas home.
A large alligator who had clearly been through it was recently found lounging in the backyard pool of a South Texas home.
Multiple people killed in North Carolina mass shooting
Multiple law enforcement agencies responded to a mass shooting in the Prospect Hills area of North Carolina Wednesday.
Multiple law enforcement agencies responded to a mass shooting in the Prospect Hills area of North Carolina Wednesday.
Commanders signing All-Pro WR Stefon Diggs: report
Four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver and Maryland native Stefon Diggs is reportedly signing with the Washington Commanders.
Four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver and Maryland native Stefon Diggs is reportedly signing with the Washington Commanders.
Michigan primary results: How the progressive candidates did
Michigan’s primary results are in, and the three progressive candidates backed by Sen. Bernie Sanders all won their respective races Tuesday night.
Michigan’s primary results are in, and the three progressive candidates backed by Sen. Bernie Sanders all won their respective races Tuesday night.
Remains found on remote Alaska island identified as hunter missing since 2009
Human remains found on a remote island off Alaska's western coast have been identified as a 79-year-old hunter who disappeared 17 years ago.
Human remains found on a remote island off Alaska's western coast have been identified as a 79-year-old hunter who disappeared 17 years ago.
Major Atlantic hurricane landfall odds 'well below-average' this season
Colorado State University (CSU) maintained its Atlantic hurricane season forecast Wednesday, saying the odds of a major hurricane making landfall in the continental United States remain "well below-average."
Colorado State University (CSU) maintained its Atlantic hurricane season forecast Wednesday, saying the odds of a major hurricane making landfall in the continental United States remain "well below-average."
Tupac Shakur murder: Trial for suspect Duane 'Keffe D' Davis set to begin Monday
Duane “Keffe D" Davis is heading to trial for his alleged role in arranging the 1996 drive-by shooting that killed rap legend Tupac Shakur. Davis is the only suspect ever formally charged in connection with the crime.
Duane “Keffe D" Davis is heading to trial for his alleged role in arranging the 1996 drive-by shooting that killed rap legend Tupac Shakur. Davis is the only suspect ever formally charged in connection with the crime.
Rep. Max Miller calls for ethics probe following abuse allegations
U.S. Rep. Max Miller has requested a House Ethics Committee investigation into abuse allegations made by his ex-wife, saying he wants to clear his name.
U.S. Rep. Max Miller has requested a House Ethics Committee investigation into abuse allegations made by his ex-wife, saying he wants to clear his name.
Judge approves request to dismiss Jan. 6 cases against Oath Keepers
A U.S. judge granted the U.S. Justice Department's request to dismiss cases against members of the Oath Keepers militia who took part in the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, according to a court filing.
A U.S. judge granted the U.S. Justice Department's request to dismiss cases against members of the Oath Keepers militia who took part in the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, according to a court filing.
Pornhub challenges effectiveness of Texas age-verification rules
Last week, Pornhub sent a letter to state officials across the United States, including Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton, calling the current age-verification laws “performative, ineffective, and unenforceable."
Last week, Pornhub sent a letter to state officials across the United States, including Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton, calling the current age-verification laws “performative, ineffective, and unenforceable."
Man found insane in 6-year-old's killing released from Kentucky prison
A Kentucky father is speaking out after Ronald Exantus, the man found not guilty by reason of insanity in the 2015 stabbing death of his 6-year-old son, Logan Tipton, was released from prison after completing his sentence.
A Kentucky father is speaking out after Ronald Exantus, the man found not guilty by reason of insanity in the 2015 stabbing death of his 6-year-old son, Logan Tipton, was released from prison after completing his sentence.
Pickup truck swallowed by road collapse following major water main break in Beaumont
Beaumont crews restored water service after a major water main break caused a road collapse and swallowed a pickup truck. The intersection remains closed for road repairs.
Beaumont crews restored water service after a major water main break caused a road collapse and swallowed a pickup truck. The intersection remains closed for road repairs.