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April 17

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.

April 17

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.'

April 17

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.

April 17

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.

April 16

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.

April 16

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.

April 16

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.

April 16

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.

April 15

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.

April 15

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