Texas

Crime 5 hours ago

Texas press conference in Austin Metcalf killing devolves into chaos over track meet stabbing

Austin Metcalf's father, Jeff Metcalf, was denied entry to a press conference held by the suspected killer's family, which turned chaotic as the family's spokesman ranted about race.

VIDEO 7 hours ago

Civil rights activist says this act against Austin Metcalf's father shows country's 'moral and spiritual crisis'

The Woodson Center founder Bob Woodson weighs in on Austin Metcalf's father being kicked out of a press conference for his son's alleged killer on 'The Will Cain Show.'

Airport News & Updates 7 hours ago

Southwest Airlines flight bound for Mexico returns to Houston after 'engine issue'

A Southwest Airlines flight headed to Los Cabos, Mexico, returned to Texas on Thursday after an apparent issue with the plane's engine.

Measles 15 hours ago

Texas measles cases are underreported, response hurt by funding cuts, CDC scientist says

A CDC senior scientist provided an update on the measles outbreak on Tuesday, while taking reporter questions about the agency's response.

Texas 1 day ago

At least 4 students injured in shooting at Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas

At least four students were injured in a shooting at Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas Tuesday, including a 17-year-old who was reportedly shot in the leg.

Measles 1 day ago

Texas measles outbreak swells to 561 cases, CDC sends more help

Measles have continued to spread in Texas with a total of 561 reported cases. Gaines County, the center of the outbreak, saw an increase of nine cases since mid-April.

Border security 1 day ago

Border Patrol morale is 'going through the roof' under Trump administration, top official says

U.S. Border Patrol Chief Mike Banks said morale at his agency is "going through the roof" under the Trump administration and that recruiting numbers are up.

DOGE 1 day ago

Texas poised to create its own version of DOGE as bill passes both chambers

Texas lawmakers passed a bill that would establish a new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) following Elon Musk's federal model. The state agency will focus on cutting bureaucracy and improving government services.

Politics 2 days ago

Texas GOP could stall Trump’s bold AI vision with red tape as China races ahead: 'Investors are nervous'

President Trump’s AI infrastructure push may face major delays as Texas Republicans back a bill adding red tape and costs to key data center projects.

Texas 2 days ago

CBP officers seize over $14M of alleged methamphetamine at southern border

CBP officers working at the Pharr International Bridge at the southern border of Texas discovered over $14 million worth of methamphetamine in a shipment of peppers and cucumbers

Elections 2 days ago

President Trump weighs in on Senate primary between two GOP heavyweights in major red state

President Donald Trump weighed in on an already contentious Senate primary race in the most populous red state in the nation, saying he will make an endorsement decision “at the right time."

Texas 3 days ago

DOT saves taxpayers over $60M by terminating Texas high-speed rail contract

Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced Monday that $60 million-plus grant to develop a high-speed rail corridor in Texas has been terminated.

Crime 3 days ago

Teen suspect free on bond after allegedly stabbing Texas track star Austin Metcalf to death

The teenager accused of brutally stabbing Austin Metcalf to death will now await trial at home for his alleged murder of Austin Metcalf.,

Texas 3 days ago

Jeff Bezos takes a tumble while circling Blue Origin capsule carrying fiancée: Watch

Blue Origin founder Jeff Bezos was seen taking a fall to the ground nearly head first, after the New Shepard space capsule returned to Earth in Texas.

VIDEO 3 days ago

CEO praises community surrounding the 'US Open of Rodeo'

Teton Ridge CEO Deirdre Lester and 23-time world champion roper Jackie Crawford describe what makes the American Rodeo championship special on 'Fox & Friends Weekend.'

VIDEO 3 days ago

American Rodeo competitor says event requires being 'spiritually tough'

Fox Nation host Abby Hornacek speaks to professional bareback rider Kade Sonnier about what it takes to compete in the American Rodeo on 'Fox & Friends Weekend.'

Politics 6 days ago

WATCH: Dems spar with whistleblower who exposed children's hospital for performing trans surgeries on minors

Whistleblower Dr. Eithan Haim faced tough questions from House Democrats after he leaked medical documents exposing transgender medical procedures at a Texas children's hospital.

Texas 6 days ago

Dallas schools to crack down on trans athletes in girls' sports after video of official revealing 'loopholes'

The Dallas Independent School District ("ISD") agreed to an order to prevent trans athletes from compete in girls’ sports after concerns about loopholes.

Texas April 10

Trump threatens tariffs and sanctions on Mexico for 'stealing' water from Texas farmers

President Trump said in a social media post that he would impose tariffs and sanctions on Mexico if it does not comply with a treaty from 1944 to provide water to South Texas.

Texas April 10

US officials make shocking discoveries at Texas-Mexico border, including a monkey: 3 people arrested

Texas Border Patrol agents discovered a spider monkey and nearly $1M in cocaine in two separate incidents after authorities searched their vehicles at the border.

Texas April 10

Accused Austin Metcalf killer won't face death penalty or life without parole: DA

The teen accused of stabbing track star Austin Metcalf to death will not face life behind bars or the death penalty, according to a Texas district attorney.

Politics April 10

'Stop the clock': GOP, Dems come together to end Daylight Saving over health, economic risks

The merits of stopping the clock and ending the twice-yearly swaps to and from Daylight Saving Time were investigated by the Senate Commerce Committee during a hearing on Thursday.

Politics April 10

John Cornyn scores Tim Scott endorsement, but John Rich calls Cornyn 'the Lindsey Graham of Texas'

Sen. Tim Scott supports Sen. John Cornyn for re-election, while country star John Rich supports Ken Paxton and calls Cornyn "the Lindsey Graham of Texas"

Politics April 10

SCOOP: This Texas Republican congressman endorses Paxton over Cornyn in Senate primary brawl

Republican Rep. Lance Gooden of Texas is taking sides in the Lone Star State's burgeoning GOP Senate primary battle, endorsing state Attorney General Ken Paxton over longtime Sen. John Cornyn

Immigration April 10

Texas man who allegedly threatened to kill ICE agents, harm DHS Secretary Kristi Noem ordered to stay in jail

A judge ordered Robert King, 35, of Texas, to remain locked up on charges of transmitting interstate threats during a detention hearing in Dallas on Wednesday.

Politics April 9

Federal judge blocks Biden nursing home staffing mandate

The American Health Care Association is celebrating a victory this week after a federal judge in Texas ruled that a nursing home staffing mandate is unlawful.

Texas April 8

Texas AG Ken Paxton announces run for US Senate

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced a run for the U.S. Senate on Tuesday, pitting himself against Sen. John Cornyn, a fellow Republican.

VIDEO April 8

Greg Gutfeld: Dems like Jasmine Crockett don't 'work out' their ideas

'The Five' co-hosts discuss Rep. Jasmine Crockett's, D-Texas, 'shocking' take on illegal immigration.

Genetics Science April 8

Wolf made famous in 'Game of Thrones' brought back from 12,500-year extinction, US company claims

A US company claims to have brought an extinct species of wolf back from extinction. The dire wolf last roamed the American midcontinent 12,500 years ago.

Texas April 8

USA Fencing faces Texas probe after female fencer protests against competing with trans athlete

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced an investigation into USA Fencing after fencer Stephanie Turner protested against competing with a transgender athlete.