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Max Akin is the quarterback for Fossil Ridge High School. The senior had just helped his team build a 26-6 halftime lead during its homecoming game against Saginaw last Friday night.
It works by pledging money to your favorite high school team and then donating the money to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital every time they score a touchdown.
High school football teams across America are raising funds for St. Jude to fight childhood cancer with every touchdown scored.
A Texas lawmaker is renewing an effort to build toll roads then get rid of the tolls as soon as they're paid off.
Someone told Irving Police school resource officers about a suspicious item found in an unused school locker.
Investigators say a Central Texas third-grade teacher was arrested on charges of hiding a video camera in a staff restroom in a recording that also captured his image.
Taylor Storch gave the gift of life to others when she died at 13.
Police say six more members of the now-suspended Sigma Nu chapter at Texas A&M University face drug-related charges in the overdose death of a fellow student.
Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has taken Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump to task on his economic plan.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has been named Donald Trump's state chairman of Texas, the same position that he held for Sen. Ted Cruz before Cruz dropped out of the presidential race.
A small flood ravaged Louisiana town will receive some much needed relief this weekend, thanks to some dedicated North Texans.
Investigators say a tip has led to the discovery of nearly 6,000 marijuana plants in a heavily wooded area east of Waco, near the town of Kosse.
The FAA began issuing drone pilot licenses less than a month ago. Already, 13,710 people have applied to take the pilot exam, and 5,080 have passed it.
An animal nonprofit in Fort Worth is asking for help with finding a pair of burglars. Two men broke into Animal Hope Pet Adoptions along South Hulen Street on Tuesday morning.
State labor officials say the Texas unemployment rate rose slightly in August to reach 4.7 percent and mark the third straight month of increases.
The West Seventh Entertaining District in Fort Worth is where many people visit to have fun. But the area has also had some problems with crime. Some changes are taking place as city leaders, police and even business owners have tried to make the area a little safer.
The Texas Rangers gave DFW its first World Series title and last night they came through again with a home run for kids in North Texas. The team's annual toy drive at Globe Life Field saw hundreds of people bringing in over 1,300 new toys, all donated to Mission Arlington.
For the next three days, runners will be taking over the streets of downtown Dallas for the BMW Dallas Marathon and doctors are urging people to stay hydrated.
A judge has blocked the city of Dallas from enforcing an ordinance on short-term rental properties. Back in June, you may remember Dallas City Council members voted to ban short-term rental properties from any single family residential neighborhoods. But it didn't take long for a group of homeowners to fight back by taking the issue to court.
"The temporary restraining order will not insulate you, or anyone else, from civil and criminal liability for violating Texas' abortion laws, including first-degree felony prosecutions..." Attorney General Ken Paxton said, in part, in a letter warning local hospitals and doctors.
Public backlash to Flock cameras and other license plate readers has increased in recent months in Texas and across the country. In response, Governor Greg Abbott last week directed the State Department of Transportation to stop issuing permits for license plate readers.
Days after the Republican National Committee's Midterm Convention in Dallas, the Senate Leadership Fund, tied to Senate Majority Leader John Thune, pledged to spend more than $51 million in tv ads for Senate candidate Ken Paxton.
Ed Sheeran opened his solo concert in Philadelphia on Saturday with comments about Gaza, saying what is happening there is "catastrophic and unjustifiable."
Dallas moves into sixth place in the WNBA standings as Alyssa Thomas records a triple-double for Phoenix.
The food packed in each city stayed local and is delivered to agencies the same day within a 10-mile radius.
The situation, food banks warn, is getting worse.
Dallas nonprofit Hunger Busters has been under scrutiny since an I-Team investigation in January.
Nearly 300 railroad crossings used by school buses in Texas have a history of crashes.
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.
In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump called fears around artificial intelligence possibly becoming a superintelligence that could pose a threat to human existence a hoax.
President Trump said Friday that three outlets would be banned from the White House, "effective immediately."
One Cuba resident said there is "no way to know" when power will be restored to the island nation.
President Trump said he struck a deal to give the U.S. "permanent control over security" in Greenland following a push by the president to boost U.S. influence over the island — or take it over.
SMU political science professor Matthew Wilson breaks down the escalating Texas U.S. Senate race between Ken Paxton and James Talarico. With Republican groups pouring millions into ads supporting Paxton, can the spending and negative messaging change the race, or will voters stay focused on the economy and cost of living?
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.
About 40 million Americans are on GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound and Mounjaro.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
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.
The Republican Midterm Convention starts Wednesday at the American Airlines Center.
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.
Texas had won four straight games to gain a share of the division lead, but dropped one game behind Houston.
The Wings have tied the franchise record for wins in a season, with three games remaining.
Four Boyd High School football players face felony charges after police say they hazed and injured a 14-year-old teammate in a locker room.
Jacob deGrom struck out eight in five innings, Corey Seager had a two-run single and the Texas Rangers beat the Boston Red Sox 4-2 in a series opener between playoff contenders.
Dozens from across the country traveled to compete in the Jackson T. Stephens Cup, featuring some of the top Power 4 programs and HBCUs.
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards celebrated the best in television and streaming from the past year on Monday. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
The Metro Nashville Airport Authority board voted 6-0 on Friday to begin the process of changing the name and said a final name has not been chosen.
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.
