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July 4

Texas river flood leaves at least 25 dead across two counties; children's camp evacuated by helicopter

Texas flooding leaves at least two dozen dead in Kerr County as heavy rain caused the Guadalupe River to reach nearly 30 feet, wiping out a children's Christian camp along the waterway.

July 4

How law enforcement's discovery of rare drug in Suzanne Morphew's body led to her husband's eventual arrest

A new grand jury indictment against Barry Morphew for the alleged murder of his wife, Suzanne, contains evidence that two former prosecutors think make it a very strong case.

July 3

Dr. Phil’s Merit Street Media files for bankruptcy, sues Trinity Broadcasting

TV personality Dr. Phil's Merit Street Media accused Trinity Broadcasting of reneging on its obligations in a lawsuit filed simultaneously with a bankruptcy filing.

July 2

‘Crisis brewing’ in Trump Country as hospitals shutter at alarming rate, top ER doc warns

Healthcare crisis impacts rural America as emergency rooms struggle with unpaid services, overcrowding and staff safety issues, while federal officials consider potential solutions

July 2

Federal government plans to air-drop sterile flies over Texas to fight flesh-eating maggots

USDA combats flesh-eating New World Screwworm by breeding sterilized flies for release over Mexico and Texas, with a new fly factory planned for 2026.

July 2

FBI takes down Anti-Tren gang members in largest bust yet in violent migrant turf war

FBI arrests 16 members of Anti-Tren gang in Houston as part of Operation Take Back America, with suspects facing charges for drug conspiracy, weapons offenses, and a mass shooting.

July 1

Texas Democrat who lost to Ted Cruz 8 months ago jumps into 2026 Senate race

Colin Allred, ex-NFL player and congressman, launched a Senate campaign against Sen. John Cornyn with promises to champion those who "play by the rules."

June 30

Barry Morphew extradited to Colorado to face murder charges in wife's 2020 disappearance

Barry Morphew was indicted on a charge of murder in the first degree after deliberation in the death of his wife, Suzanne Morphew. Barry Morphew has been extradited to Colorado.

June 30

Cause of death revealed for hiker influencer found dead in Arizona desert

Social media hiking influencer Hannah Moody's death ruled accidental due to heat exposure despite reportedly carrying five gallons of water with her.

June 27

Supreme Court upholds Texas law requiring age verification on porn websites

Supreme Court rules Texas can require age verification on pornography websites, allowing penalties up to $250,000 if minors access explicit content due to non-compliance.