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If the request is granted by the President, affected citizens in these counties may be eligible for Individual Assistance grants of up to $33,000 from the federal government, and low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration.
The biggest Texas oil bust in decades has lawmakers taking stock of the fallout as other energy producing states slash spending.
Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday selected the former head of the Texas Rangers as the new leader of the state's embattled child welfare agency, calling the status quo there "unacceptable."
It's hard to imagine much more tragic than the death of a four-year-old, but Alisa Clakley said she can. She's said what's worse is a death of a child that was preventable.
Gov. Greg Abbott has written a book detailing how he overcame a freak accident that left him paralyzed from the waist down. The book, titled "Broken But Unbowed," will be released on May 17.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is defending the decision to offer Dallas help from state police as the nation's ninth-largest city grapples with a dramatic spike in violent crime. DPD Chief David Brown has welcomed the offer.
Governor Abbott has written to President Obama requesting federal disaster aid for Jasper, Newton and Orange counties.
Abbott says emergency coordination among local and state agencies helped minimize dangers to residents.
Governor Greg Abbott is scheduled Wednesday to tour flood-ravaged communities in Southeast Texas where swollen waterways have displaced thousands of people and floodwaters are forecast to rise yet more.
The expansion is projected to create at least 325 jobs and $10 million in capital investment.
Gov. Greg Abbott will make the announcement Monday afternoon at the capitol.
A national atheist group has filed a federal lawsuit after Texas Gov. Greg Abbott in December ordered a mock Nativity display to be removed from the Capitol.
Texas Senator Ted Cruz returned home to the Lone Star State looking for some momentum leading into Super Tuesday.
After coming in third place in Nevada Tuesday Tuesday night, Ted Cruz says he's glad to be back at home in Houston and in the Lone Star State.
Sen. Ted Cruz has received a big endorsement, as Texas Gov. Greg Abbott posted a video on the candidate's YouTube page that officially put the governor's support behind the state's senator.
Abbott said Scalia's "loyalty to the Constitution set an unmatched example" for Americans.
Texas Governor calls the group "pathetic" with "disgusting viewpoints."
Ted Cruz wants to win Iowa, and to prove it, he's made it a point to campaign in all 99 counties.
Governor Abbott says he doesn't believe David Daleiden and Sandra Merritt will be convicted.
"There will be some announcements coming forth soon about new jobs, especially thousands of new jobs in the Dallas area, that hopefully will be announced in the coming months," Gov. Abbott said.
Center for Medical Progress founder indicted on a felony charge of tampering with a governmental record and a misdemeanor count of related to purchasing human organs.
Gov. Greg Abbott has told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that Texas will maintain its Iran divestiture policy.
A Texas court that ruled a law clamping down on Internet dirty talk could deem illegal everything from '50 Shades of Grey' to videos of Miley Cyrus twerking is starting to throw out convictions.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott is joining the ranks of Republicans who are pushing for the first U.S. constitutional convention in more than 200 years.
Former Dallas school board member Mike Morath has taken over as head of the Texas Education Agency.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
Dallas nonprofit Hunger Busters has been under scrutiny since an I-Team investigation in January.
Dozens from across the country traveled to compete in the Jackson T. Stephens Cup, featuring some of the top Power 4 programs and HBCUs.
The man was installing a new tank at a lift station in the 600 block of Holfords Prairie Road when he fell 30-40 feet into the hole, officials said.
Hydra Fire reached 1,000 acres and was 10% contained Tuesday night.
Dallas nonprofit Hunger Busters has been under scrutiny since an I-Team investigation in January.
Dozens from across the country traveled to compete in the Jackson T. Stephens Cup, featuring some of the top Power 4 programs and HBCUs.
The man was installing a new tank at a lift station in the 600 block of Holfords Prairie Road when he fell 30-40 feet into the hole, officials said.
Show off your home BBQ setup for a chance to win tickets to BBQ Homecoming 2026 in Grand Prairie and other prizes.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
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.
Under SB 1049, school districts must allow students to leave campus during the school day for religious instruction.
The family of 37-year-old Tierra Walker filed a lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and others, saying she was denied an abortion that could have saved her life.
Tuesday's hearing marked the first time that Patel has publicly addressed the new hiring standards related to prostitution, employment theft and bestiality.
Sen. Bernie Sanders is one of the most vocal opponents in Congress on rapid AI development, but bipartisan concerns are growing.
The Congressional Budget Office estimated the war between Feb. 28 and Aug. 1 has directly cost the U.S. about $38 billion.
The controversy is the latest in a long line of incendiary comments made by French that have been condemned by his fellow Republicans, many of whom have endorsed him.
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.
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.
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 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.
Dozens from across the country traveled to compete in the Jackson T. Stephens Cup, featuring some of the top Power 4 programs and HBCUs.
Jaxson Dart connected with Isaiah Likely for two touchdowns and Devin Singletary on another, and the Giants opened the season with a 28-20 win over the Cowboys on Sunday night.
Corey Seager homered for the fourth time in seven games and the Rangers won their first road series in two months with a 7-6 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Fans are hoping for a better season after missing the playoffs last season.
Germany's Alexander Zverev won his second Grand Slam after finally taking home his first major title earlier this year at the French Open.
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.
Stella Parton gives insight into her sister Dolly Parton's marriage, makeup habits and views on death in an exclusive CBS News interview.
Dolly Parton died in Nashville on Aug. 25 at the age of 80 — a shock to fans around the world who weren't aware of her illness.
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.
