The Tex Factor

Battle House Laser Tag

From machine guns and sniper rifles to shotguns and ticking suitcase bombs, the one thing that makes this 15,000 square foot, 2-story laser combat arena even more awesome than it already is, is that it’s owned by a Marine veteran who grew up right here in North Texas. 

"Farmer" at the Fair

The Tex Factor talked to newly-famed farmers Allen, Hunter, Ryan, and Landon while shooting a segment for FOX’s “Farmer Wants a Wife” during the fair.

The Tex Factor: A Bicycle Built For Five

One of Aaron Powell’s employees talked him into appearing on Shark Tank, so he dove in headfirst, pitching his Bunch Bike, an electric cargo bike with room in front for dogs, kids, groceries, and more.

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Chasing Texas Storms

Texas storms can be severe and where there’s severe weather, you can bet storm chasers Russ Contreras and Ryan Darr aren’t far behind.

The Tex Factor: Driving Into History

The Tex Factor get a personal tour of the Vintage Car Museum & Event Center. Owner Tom Moncrief shows us his famous collection, from cars used in The Godfather to one owned by President Lyndon Johnson.

The Tex Factor: Rolling with the Devils

The Tex Factor delves into roller derby culture with the Dallas Derby Devils and takes you to Waco to see some of Texas’ top players battling it out on the oval flat track.

Kangaroos in Texas

The Tex Factor takes you to Howe, Texas, a small, rural setting north of DFW, where you can meet and interact with some of the most fascinating animals on the planet.

Come Fly With Us: Dallas Circus Center

The Tex Factor takes you to new heights with a circus center tour, an inside look at why trapeze is so popular, and the introduction of locals who turned their love of trapeze into a career with the circus.

Sight Flight

The Tex Factor takes you on the tour of this amazing hospital in the air… and you won’t see it anywhere else.

Big State, Tiny Homes

Admit it, you’re fascinated by tiny homes. We all are! Who lives in them and why? Are they affordable? How safe are they? Could you even live in one? We visit the community of Lake Dallas Tiny Home Village for the answers.

Tiny Home Tips

North Texas tiny homeowners have some advice that could help you make or break your decision to go tiny.

Howdy Homemade Ice Cream

This isn’t just a local story about an ice cream store, it’s a Texas story about the needs and benefits of hiring those with disabilities who have been overlooked most of their lives.

Train-tastic Voyage

You've seen a model railroad, but have you seen it from the train's view? We'll put you onboard these miniature locomotives and show you where in Texas you can see it for yourself.