Texas death row inmate Robert Roberson scheduled to be executed on Oct. 16
Prosecutors alleged that Roberson killed the child by violently shaking her — a diagnosis commonly referred to at the time as shaken baby syndrome.
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Prosecutors alleged that Roberson killed the child by violently shaking her — a diagnosis commonly referred to at the time as shaken baby syndrome.
A state district judge in Palestine will consider Paxton's request on Wednesday in an East Texas courtroom.
In her post on X Thursday afternoon, Angela Paxton said, "I filed for divorce on biblical grounds."
State Sen. Angela Paxton has filed for divorce from her husband, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, citing "biblical grounds" after 38 years of marriage.
The lawsuit said the new gun policy violates state law permitting licensed gun owners to lawfully carry in places owned or leased by governmental entities.
Eye on Politics takes a look at what's next in Texas politics as candidates for various races in the state begin to emerge.
The plan to sue the state comes months before the state's March 2026 primary.
Over a year ago, Paxton agreed to a deal to pay nearly $300,000 in restitution, complete community service and go through ethics training.
Texas lawmakers advanced a bill Wednesday to clarify medical exceptions under one of the most restrictive abortion bans in the U.S.,
The new poll shows Senator Cornyn trailing Attorney General Paxton by 16 percentage points, 56% to 40%.
U.S. Sen. John Cornyn of Texas says the U.S. Department of Justice has opened a federal civil rights investigation into a Muslim-centered planned community around one of the state's largest mosques near Dallas.
Questions are swirling at the Texas Capitol over the future of the Texas Lottery and the Lottery Commission.
Sen. Cornyn has vowed he will push for President Trump's agenda just as he did during his first term in office.
Sources tell the AP that the Houston-area Republican met with White House chief of staff Susie Wiles and political director James Blair.
Nate Paul, whose relationship with Paxton was at the center of his historic impeachment trial, was sentenced for lying to a financial institution.
More than 400,000 students in Texas benefit from 504 plans in school, according to the Texas Education Agency.
Longtime GOP Consultant Vinny Minchillo said there is no need for the president to pick sides this early.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is promising to appeal a multi-million judgment against his office in the ongoing whistleblower case.
Texas taxpayers will pick up the tab if lawmakers agree to fund it.
Analysts have said the candidates must raise a lot of money to get their message out in this large state.
Paxton said he wants Texas public schools allowing trans teens to play in girls' sports to be "held accountable."
The attorney general announced his campaign Tuesday night on Laura Ingraham's show on Fox News Channel.
He made the announcement on the Fox News Channel, and his Senate campaign website is now live.
This could be the biggest GOP political battle since 2010 when Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison challenged Governor Rick Perry.
The AP, citing sources, reported the decision due to concerns about prosecutors' ability to secure a conviction.
Ahmed al Ahmed, the man hailed as a hero for disarming one of the gunmen behind a deadly antisemitic attack on Australia's Bondi Beach, says he just wanted to save innocent people.
Children's Aquarium Dallas said that several nurse sharks, a large green moray eel, many lesser-known fish, crustaceans, and other reef species now call Texas home.
This was the second time officers had visited the home in the past 24 hours.
The Dallas Police Department said officers responded to a shooting call at a 7-Eleven, located in the 1800 block of Sylvan Avenue.
One person was killed and another was critically injured after a helicopter collision
Ahmed al Ahmed, the man hailed as a hero for disarming one of the gunmen behind a deadly antisemitic attack on Australia's Bondi Beach, says he just wanted to save innocent people.
Children's Aquarium Dallas said that several nurse sharks, a large green moray eel, many lesser-known fish, crustaceans, and other reef species now call Texas home.
This was the second time officers had visited the home in the past 24 hours.
The Dallas Police Department said officers responded to a shooting call at a 7-Eleven, located in the 1800 block of Sylvan Avenue.
One person was killed and another was critically injured after a helicopter collision
Texas veterans could be at risk of losing the help they need to stay home.
A North Texas couple tracked their stolen airport luggage across Dallas using an AirTag — only to learn police couldn't act on the data alone.
Nearly every day, hundreds of thousands of Texas students board a school bus.
Outdoor sirens are meant to warn Texans of tornadoes and floods. This summer's deadly flooding in Kerr County exposed how vulnerable many communities are, with sirens broken, outdated or missing.
It took Azellia Thompkins nearly a year to watch the video of her attempted suicide in the Scurry County jail. Now, she's hoping others will watch it.
President Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Sunday after he said he had a "good and very productive" call with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Bank of America Chairman and CEO Brian Moynihan stated last week that, as President Trump seeks a new chair of the Federal Reserve, maintaining the banking system's independence is paramount.
Seven candidates are running for the seat, including four Republicans: Joan Huffman, Mayes Middleton, Aaron Reitz and Chip Roy.
Republican candidate for Texas Attorney General, Joan Huffman, discusses her campaign and priorities. She tells Jack Fink her experience and qualifications include a long Senate career.
Republican candidate for Texas Attorney General Aaron Reitz discusses key points for his campaign and what his priorities are should he be elected for the position.
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.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
The first state-run psychiatric hospital will open next summer under the direction of UT Southwestern Medical Center in the heart of Dallas' Medical District.
A Georgia family celebrates their first Christmas with baby Anna Claire after life-saving heart surgery at Cook Children's in Fort Worth, a procedure other hospitals wouldn't attempt.
'Tis the season for holiday parties, air travel, and respiratory viruses.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
It's the Christmas surprise that no one wants to unwrap: a heart attack, and it happens more often than you may realize.
After years in the making, Texas Instruments' semiconductor factory in Sherman has officially begun production.
Smith and other Main Street businesses complained to Frisco about the impact on business.
Rodeo Dallas, a popular but controversial Deep Ellum nightclub, is getting back in the saddle. In Uptown.
"This is a Texas-sized investment in the future of our great state," Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said in a statement.
American Airlines has announced plans to cut management and support roles, mainly at its headquarters in North Texas.
Caleb Hawkins ran for two touchdowns and caught a scoring pass, Ashton Gray added a pair of rushing touchdowns and Cameron Dormer had two scoring catches as No. 23 North Texas beat San Diego State 49-47 in the New Mexico Bowl on Saturday night.
Russell Westbrook scored 21 points and moved past Magic Johnson for seventh place on the NBA's career assists list while leading the Sacramento Kings to a 113-107 win over the Dallas Mavericks.
The university fired ex-coach Sherrone Moore on Dec. 10 for having an "inappropriate relationship" with a female staffer.
Call it a Cowboys Christmas. It could be a new tradition for Cowboys fans.
Dak Prescott threw for 307 yards and two touchdowns, and the Dallas Cowboys blew most of an 18-point lead before squeezing past the Washington Commanders 30-23.
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.
Mickey Lee, a former "Big Brother" houseguest known for her vibrant personality and bold gameplay, has died, her family announced in a social media post shared Friday.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
King Charles III led his family to church on foot ahead of his annual Christmas Day speech that is expected to focus on pilgrimage.
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
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.
