New World screwworm cases rise to 19 as Texas expands livestock quarantines

Federal officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has risen to 19, with all but one in Texas.

Texas students pivot to gig platforms amid historically brutal summer job market

A historically brutal summer job market driven by inflation and automation is forcing struggling students to abandon traditional entry-level positions and pivot to local gig platforms for work.

Axiom Space redomiciles in Texas

Axiom Space, a commercial human space exploration company, announced they have redomiciled in Texas.

New World screwworm in Texas: New cases detected

The first case of New World screwworm in the United States was reported on June 3, 2026. Since then, the country has recorded 16 total cases across two states, all found in domestic animals rather than wildlife.

Gov. Abbott orders Texas agencies to expand trade and workforce training

Gov. Greg Abbott has ordered an immediate expansion of workforce training and trade programs across four Texas agencies to help connect more residents with high-demand, skilled jobs.

These states have the most million-dollar 'starter homes'

More than half U.S. states now have at least one city with million-dollar starter homes, according to a new study. 

More young adults living with parents, even after finding a job, new report shows

A new report shows that nearly a third of young adults still live at home, despite the fact that many of them, especially those between 25 and 34, are employed.

Trump administration to cut student loan interest rates

With millions of student loan borrowers in default, the Trump administration announced a plan for a slight reduction in student loan interest rates to provide some relief for borrowers paying back their loans.

Father's Day 2026 food deals and discounts

Father's Day is a special time to show appreciation and love for all the fathers in our lives. To help you celebrate, many restaurants and eateries are offering enticing free Father's Day deals and discounts.

North Texas couple charged in $2.5M ‘psychic’ fraud
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A Texas couple was arrested for allegedly running a $2.5 million "fortune-teller fraud" scheme that targeted emotionally vulnerable people. The lead suspect used fake names to convince victims to send cash, credit cards, and gold coins to "cleanse" them of a financial curse.

Pizza Hut sold by Yum Brands for $2.7 billion

Pizza Hut, whose famous red roofs dotted cities across the country before changes in the restaurant industry cut into its popularity, was sold for $2.7 billion.

Americans expected to pay more to cool homes this summer, new research finds

Staying cool this summer is about to become an expensive necessity for Americans with residential cooling expenses soaring for the average family to use their air conditioning units, according to a new report.

Sleep Number plans $415 million bankruptcy sale

Sleep Number filed for bankruptcy last week and intends to sell its assets under a massive buyout from a Canadian bedding business.

Gas prices won’t drop anytime soon despite Strait of Hormuz reopening, EIA says

Ships will soon be sailing through the Strait of Hormuz again, and drivers across the country are all wondering when gas prices may return to where they were before the conflict with Iran began. 

Beware of the ticking time bomb hiding in your 401(k)

401(k) savers face a major financial risk from required minimum distributions that could push them into higher tax brackets and increase Medicare premiums in retirement.