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.
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.
Overturned 18-wheeler releases at least 24 million honeybees, forcing Texas neighborhood lockdown
A Texas neighborhood was placed on lockdown after an 18-wheeler carrying up to 24 million honeybees overturned, unleashing massive swarms across the area, authorities said.
A Texas neighborhood was placed on lockdown after an 18-wheeler carrying up to 24 million honeybees overturned, unleashing massive swarms across the area, authorities said.
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.
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.
Texas congressman introduces plan to create National Recreation Area along Gulf Coast
Texas congressman Randy Weber on Wednesday introduced a bill that would establish a National Recreation Area across five counties along the Gulf Coast.
Texas congressman Randy Weber on Wednesday introduced a bill that would establish a National Recreation Area across five counties along the Gulf Coast.
Texas secures immediate federal funding to hire livestock inspectors and fight ongoing New World screwworm out
Texas secures immediate USDA funding to hire more livestock inspectors and reinforce operations against the ongoing parasitic New World screwworm outbreak.
Texas secures immediate USDA funding to hire more livestock inspectors and reinforce operations against the ongoing parasitic New World screwworm outbreak.
Screwworm in Texas: Pest found in Sutton Co. goat, state cases climb to 11
Federal officials have detected 11 cases of New World screwworm in Texas as of Tuesday as state officials continue to limit livestock movement.
Federal officials have detected 11 cases of New World screwworm in Texas as of Tuesday as state officials continue to limit livestock movement.
Dog of the Day: Reginald
A 5-year-old, fun-loving dog is looking for a new home. Reginald is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.
A 5-year-old, fun-loving dog is looking for a new home. Reginald is today's SPCA of Texas Dog of the Day.
Ridglan Farms beagles: Big Dog Ranch Rescue secures release of remaining dogs
Ridglan Farms is closing permanently, and the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services is taking new steps to replace animal testing with alternative technology.
Ridglan Farms is closing permanently, and the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services is taking new steps to replace animal testing with alternative technology.
Fort Worth Zoo invites public to name newest baby giraffe
Meet the Fort Worth Zoo's newest addition, a 6-foot-2-inch baby giraffe born on May 31, and you can vote online right now to help choose her name!
Meet the Fort Worth Zoo's newest addition, a 6-foot-2-inch baby giraffe born on May 31, and you can vote online right now to help choose her name!
Texas expands screwworm inspector training to quicken response
The state of Texas has released an online course designed to train more animal health, livestock and agriculture professionals in identifying infestations of the New World screwworm.
The state of Texas has released an online course designed to train more animal health, livestock and agriculture professionals in identifying infestations of the New World screwworm.
Watch this brave woman fight off a cougar to save her dwarf goat
Dramatic video shows the moment a Canadian farm owner kicked into high gear to save her baby goat from a cougar attack.
Dramatic video shows the moment a Canadian farm owner kicked into high gear to save her baby goat from a cougar attack.
New World screwworm cases in Texas rise to 10, new quarantine zones established
Federal officials said 10 cases of New World screwworm have been detected in Texas as of Saturday as state officials add new quarantine zones.
Federal officials said 10 cases of New World screwworm have been detected in Texas as of Saturday as state officials add new quarantine zones.
11 dogs seized from Sulphur Springs home in animal cruelty case
The SPCA of Texas and Hopkins County Sheriff's Office seized 11 dogs and launched an animal cruelty investigation after finding thin animals living in unsanitary conditions and a deceased dog inside a Sulphur Springs home.
The SPCA of Texas and Hopkins County Sheriff's Office seized 11 dogs and launched an animal cruelty investigation after finding thin animals living in unsanitary conditions and a deceased dog inside a Sulphur Springs home.
FDA approves emergency use of medication to treat screwworm in dogs, cats
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday issued an emergency use authorization for a medication to be used to treat New World screwworm infestations in dogs and cats.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday issued an emergency use authorization for a medication to be used to treat New World screwworm infestations in dogs and cats.
Dallas Animal Services reaches critical capacity, city asks for community help
Dallas Animal Services is asking for the community to help after it surpassed critical capacity this week.
Dallas Animal Services is asking for the community to help after it surpassed critical capacity this week.
Officials confirm 6 cases of New World screwworm in Texas
Federal officials confirm 6 New World screwworm cases in Texas. Gov. Abbott activates emergency response and places a 10-county quarantine to protect livestock.
Federal officials confirm 6 New World screwworm cases in Texas. Gov. Abbott activates emergency response and places a 10-county quarantine to protect livestock.
TRACK: Map shows where screwworm cases are in Texas
The Texas Animal Health Commission has released an interactive map tracking cases of New World screwworm in Texas.
The Texas Animal Health Commission has released an interactive map tracking cases of New World screwworm in Texas.
Officials confirm 5 cases of New World screwworm in Texas
Five New World screwworm cases have been confirmed in Texas as state and federal officials track the reemergence of the flesh-eating parasite.
Five New World screwworm cases have been confirmed in Texas as state and federal officials track the reemergence of the flesh-eating parasite.
FDA: Pet food recalled over nutritional deficiency
Pet owners are urged to check their shelves after an expanded recall of pet food sold in dozens of states due to potentially dangerous vitamin deficiencies.
Pet owners are urged to check their shelves after an expanded recall of pet food sold in dozens of states due to potentially dangerous vitamin deficiencies.
USDA Secretary calls Miller 'unserious' after he bashes federal screwworm response
U.S. Agriculture Sec. Brooke Rollins called Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller “unserious” after Miller made comments questioning the federal response to the new world screwworm.
U.S. Agriculture Sec. Brooke Rollins called Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller “unserious” after Miller made comments questioning the federal response to the new world screwworm.