Texas Homecoming Queen Gives Crown To Friend With Down Syndrome
A Texas high school senior was walking across the football field to get her homecoming queen crown when she decided it actually belonged to someone else.
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A Texas high school senior was walking across the football field to get her homecoming queen crown when she decided it actually belonged to someone else.
A game that had been cancelled by Plano ISD over security concerns after the El Paso mass shooting, went on with incredible shows of unity Thursday night in Frisco.
Plano Senior High School's varsity football team will take on El Paso's Eastwood High School on Thursday night at the Ford Center in Frisco.
Briles was fired by Baylor in 2016 as the university confronted a sexual assault scandal involving athletes on the football team.
T. J. McDaniel rushed 2,122 yards and 34 touchdowns in helping the Dragons to a 13-1 season.
While one in three Texas schools agreed to report their concussions to the project, far fewer have actually done it. Only 6 percent of schools are currently reporting their injuries.
The first weekend of high school football playoffs included a big upset as Richardson Pearce knocked off Cedar Hill Friday night.
"The opportunity came where (Laderrious) didn't have a place to live anymore and my husband brought him home," said Josie Earle, the boys' mother.
For four years, special needs student Kieran Johnson had practiced with his H.S. football team in Texas, but he'd never played in a varsity game.
A high school in northeast Arkansas has canceled the remainder of its varsity football season after players quit the team following a meeting about bullying and unsportsmanlike behavior.
McKinney ISD's new $70 million football stadium is already getting a major new addition.
There was no time to think for Arlington Bowie head football coach Danny DeArman. His mind was on saving a life from floodwaters on Saturday.
Friday Night Lights is moving to Thursday for several schools across North Texas. The threat of storms Friday and Saturday prompted the changes.
Marjory Stoneman Douglas's first home football game of the season paid tribute to the 17 victims of the February massacre on its campus.
Pandemonium erupted on the football field as the Diamond Hill-Jarvis Eagles broke the curse, winning their first game in a decade.
This year, it's not only about bragging rights, it also marks the return of Sam Harrell as the Ennis head coach.
Madi Martin is the first girl to play on the Southlake Carroll varsity team as its kicker. On Friday, she suited up for a scrimmage against Arlington High.
"We are encouraging our coaching staffs to discuss with their student-athletes what it means to obey the law," FWISD said in a statement.
TXA 21 announced the 2018 High School Football Game of the Week schedule this week.
Everything is new again for the Frisco Heritage Coyotes football team.
McKinney ISD will look to still open the doors to its new, $70-million stadium in August despite the fact major cracks were found in its concrete.
Nelson Forensics, the engineering firm hired to investigate the cracks, says the cracking does not compromise the strength of the slabs.
Manhattan Construction and the architectural firm Stantec vow to deliver a well-built stadium and say they will do whatever it takes to resolve any issues.
The school district hired a company to study the cracks and recommend a solution.
There's a reason Bo Brewer looks so comfortable playing quarterback for the Richardson Pearce Mustangs: he's been around quarterbacks his entire life.
Woman says she was injured during arrest; police say internal review found complaint unfounded as DA continues investigation.
The stolen gun used in the Old Dominion University was sold this week to the shooter for $100, according to a federal law enforcement affidavit.
Sources say the man, known publicly as Mike King, used aliases while running an off‑duty police job service and serving on the congresswoman's security team.
Ayman Mohamad Ghazali made two purchases at a Phantom Fireworks store in Livonia, Michigan. He told the store staff the fireworks were for the end of Ramadan.
A security detail has been requested from the federal health department's inspector general for top federal housing official Bill Pulte.
Nine defendants were on trial on charges related to the July 4 attack on the Prairieland ICE detention center in North Texas.
Sources say the man, known publicly as Mike King, used aliases while running an off‑duty police job service and serving on the congresswoman's security team.
Woman says she was injured during arrest; police say internal review found complaint unfounded as DA continues investigation.
The stolen gun used in the Old Dominion University was sold this week to the shooter for $100, according to a federal law enforcement affidavit.
Ayman Mohamad Ghazali made two purchases at a Phantom Fireworks store in Livonia, Michigan. He told the store staff the fireworks were for the end of Ramadan.
The state is already home to nearly 400 data centers, but hundreds more are in the works.
The crash sparked a nearly three‑year I‑Team investigation into Fort Worth police pursuit policies.
It started with a complaint from a male officer.
Austin medical supply business accused of Medicare fraud, funneling millions overseas, federal complaint says.
As Texas, in recent years, has experienced an increase in its infant mortality rate, it has seen a growing interest in bereavement care for families.
A security detail has been requested from the federal health department's inspector general for top federal housing official Bill Pulte.
Republican consultant Vinny Minchillo discusses the primary runoff between Senator John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton. He also talks about State Rep. James Talarico's win of the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate.
Democratic nominee for Texas Comptroller, Sarah Eckhardt, discusses her primary win and her plans to win in November. She tells Jack Fink about her top priorities should she win the seat.
Democratic nominee for Texas Agriculture Commissioner Clayton Tucker discusses his plan to win against Republican Nate Sheets in November. He tells Jack Fink about his top priorities and how he hopes to implement them.
An aerial refueling tanker crashed in Western Iraq, U.S. officials said.
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
While retailers like Amazon, Macy's and Target are extending their return window for gifts bought during the holidays, some stores are adding fees to return purchases.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD said that the decision was made after consultation with Tarrant County Public Health.
The McKinney Fire Chief already has AED's placed in all police and fire vehicles.
Small businesses along South Akard Street say the removal of a key bridge connecting Downtown Dallas to the Cedars neighborhood is already driving customers away, with no return of direct access expected until 2028.
An Amazon Prime delivery in Richardson this week left more behind than intended.
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
A Dallas coffee chain says it's caught in a political firestorm after a walkout over an ICE discount.
During the World Cup, soccer fans will be able to get a taste of what North Texas' new professional soccer team, Atletico Dallas, has to offer.
Jason Robertson had two goals and two assists to tie a career high in points and Jamie Benn also scored twice as the surging Dallas Stars beat the Edmonton Oilers 7-2.
Khris Middleton scored 22 of his season-high 35 points in the fourth quarter, Daniel Gafford added a season-high 22 points as the Dallas Mavericks snapped an eight-game losing streak with a 120-112 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies.
A person with knowledge of Baltimore's decision told The Associated Press that Crosby failed his physical.
After a season of jarring change and inconsistent play, the Atlanta Hawks appear to be coming together at just the right time.
Jamie Benn's power-play goal lifts the Stars past Vegas 2-1 as Dallas extends its points streak to 13 games.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Shia LaBeouf, who was charged with battery after police say he punched several people outside a New Orleans bar earlier this month, was arrested again on Saturday.
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.
