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A group of Democratic lawmakers is accusing a Republican colleague of threatening to "put a bullet in the head" of someone on the Texas House floor, as a raucous immigration protest unfolded in a public gallery.
A condition that doctors used to only see in factory workers is becoming more widespread. The pain that comes from the repetitive movements of texting has been dubbed "smartphone thumb" by doctors.
As Texas Governor Greg Abbott delays making a decision about whether to call state lawmakers back to work for a special legislative session, the heads of some of the largest tech business in the world sent a message to the state leader.
Governor Greg Abbott says he won't make a decision until later this week on whether to call state lawmakers back to work as their 140-day legislation session ends Monday.
President Donald Trump is thanking the men and women who died in service to the United States.
While millions of Americans celebrate Memorial Day weekend as the unofficial start of summer, some veterans and loved ones of fallen military members wish that the holiday would command more respect.
To the fans watching, Nihar Janga's win last year in the Scripps National Spelling Bee was a shock. But, as the bee has become increasingly difficult, spellers are less likely to come out of nowhere and hoist the trophy.
A boy fell off a slide at a water park that just opened Saturday in Dublin, California. Video shows the boy hydroplaning with the arch of his back sliding along the rim of the ride known as the Emerald Plunge.
Johnny Depp is just the latest mega-star to get the drastic de-aging treatment on screen, joining the ranks of Robert Downey Jr. (in "Captain America: Civil War"), Michael Douglas (in "Ant-Man") and scores of others getting digital facelifts to play younger versions of themselves.
Twenty-five cities around the country claim to be the birthplace of Memorial Day.
A teenager had a bright future ahead after graduating from Carter High School in Dallas, but hours after the ceremony he was gunned down outside a 7-Eleven in Irving.
Police in Arlington are investigating after an incident early Monday killed two people from one car. A man was ejected during a crash, and a woman was then hit by another passing vehicle.
A Texas Democrat has staged another state Senate floor filibuster — but don't expect it to generate as much attention as Sen. Wendy Davis' marathon speech four years ago.
The Texas Legislature has approved an overhaul of an academic accountability rating system that issues schools and school districts A to F letter grades.
As celebrations occur this Memorial Day weekend in remembrance veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice, some folks in McKinney are using the weekend to honor a wounded veteran.
Officials have confirmed that at least two people have died as a result of the Smokehouse Creek Fire. The fast-moving fire is burning a path of destruction with no end in sight.
Dress in layers early Friday, as it will be chilly, but it will warm to 71 degrees later in the day. Expect temperatures to be in the low 80s on Saturday and Sunday.
Attorney General Ken Paxton is taking legal action against the State Fair of Texas. Paxton accuses the State Fair of violating a law that allows law enforcement officers to carry their authorized firearms inside the fairgrounds, even if they are off duty. Paxton says the fair violated the law at least twice. In a statement, the State Fair said it takes seriously its legal obligation to allow officers to carry their weapons at the fairgrounds.
Nearly 2,000 drivers are hit by a train every year in the U.S.
Firefighters are struggling for control of this system that has scorched over 1 million square acres. That's more than Dallas and Tarrant counties, combined.
Fort Worth has been lawful but silent.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Investigators say investor funds were commingled, used for personal expenses and repaid to earlier investors.
Commissioners voted to eliminate 92 polling sites.
The monument displaying the Ten Commandments has been controversial since it was installed back in May.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Critics of LifeWise say its business model puts too much of the burden on local communities.
Under SB 1049, school districts must allow students to leave campus during the school day for religious instruction.
SB 1049 compels school districts to allow students to leave campus for religious instruction during the school day.
"Maybe this is one of those times that we just need to be loud and make people hear us that they're not being treated fairly," she said.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
President Trump framed last week's deal for the U.S. government to take a stake in Venezuelan oil as a boon for the depleted Strategic Petroleum Reserve. But the plan faces some hurdles, experts say.
CBP informed Gregory Bovino in an email on March 2 that the agency was "conducting an official Inquiry into allegations of misconduct reported to CBP." He initiated retirement 16 days later.
IRS audits collected $3.5 billion less in fiscal 2025 as the agency shed thousands of auditors and other agency staffers.
The whistleblower, described by lawyers as a federal official, disclosed information about the Postal Service's new mail-voting procedures to Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
Casting for Recovery was started by two women, a professional angler and a reconstructive breast surgeon, who recognized the healing powers of fly fishing.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
The future of AI technology manufacturing has landed in North Texas.
The longtime Dallas Cowboys quarterback and CBS Sports football analyst said he came to rely on alcohol to get off pain medications after multiple back surgeries.
The game was nationally televised, and video shared on social media of the incident has been viewed millions of times.
The move with Milton presumably means Sam Howell has won the No. 2 job behind Dak Prescott, a spot that Milton held last season.
Lionel Messi played in six World Cups and led Argentina to win the tournament in 2022 in Qatar.
Online county records showed that Fields was charged with aggravated assault causing serious bodily injury. TCU is located in Tarrant County.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
The international airport in Nashville, Tennessee, would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal by Tennessee's governor.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
