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July 28, 2023

Suspected Texas vehicle thief dies in shootout with vehicle owner who tracked him down, police say

An alleged thief who stole a truck in Texas on Thursday has died after getting into a gunfight with the owner, who tracked him down to a mall parking lot, police say.

July 27, 2023

'Squad' member faces more mockery after hours-long ‘thirst strike’

Rep. Casar faced waves of criticism on social media for his thirst strike that lasted less than 10 hours, with many joking they can do this in their sleep.

July 27, 2023

Unaccompanied Honduran girl, 5, found in Texas days after mother died, authorities say

A 5-year-old Honduran girl was found unaccompanied by Texas troopers after illegally entering the United States with the help of three women she met in Mexico.

July 27, 2023

Homeschooling on the high seas: Texas family gives new meaning to 'real world' education

A Texas homeschool family ditched their life on land for a life on the high seas, using the boat as their classroom to learn more about different cultures.

July 27, 2023

Monsoon storm brings temporary relief to sweltering Phoenix, but heat wave continues to pose danger

Phoenix is experiencing some relief from scorching heat as a powerful monsoon storm hits the region, bringing dust, high winds, and much-needed rainfall in areas.

July 27, 2023

Doctor who headed Navajo Nation COVID response tapped to head Maine CDC

Dr. Puthiery Va, who headed the Navajo Nation's COVID-19 response effort, has been selected to serve as Maine's next Center for Disease Control and Prevention director.

July 27, 2023

CBP officers nab fugitive wanted for child sex abuse as he was crossing international bridge in Texas

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers on Sunday apprehended a fugitive out of Texas who was wanted for alleged sex crimes with a child.

July 27, 2023

Gunman opens fire at Dallas-area medical building, injuring doctor; police shoot, injure suspect

A man suspected of shooting and injuring a doctor at a medical building in Cedar Hill, located southwest of Dallas, Texas, was confronted and injured by police officers on Tuesday.

July 27, 2023

Chip Roy goes off on Mayorkas after tense hearing, vows to 'grind' Congress to halt unless border is secured

Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, argued Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas should be removed from his position as the border crisis persists.

July 27, 2023

Arizona students raise nearly $10K for heart surgery for teacher's wife: 'Made me cry'

A Phoenix, Arizona, teacher felt honored and emotional after a group of his high school students raised nearly $10,000 for his wife's open-heart surgery. Fox News Digital spoke with the couple.