Toyota announces $3.6 Billion San Antonio plant expansion, 2,000 new jobs

Toyota is doubling down on Texas with a massive $3.6 billion expansion that will bring thousands of new jobs and shift production of its beloved Tacoma pickup truck from Mexico to San Antonio.

Off-duty firefighter rescues kids trapped under boat
video

An off-duty Midlothian firefighter who was enjoying the July 4 holiday with his family jumped into Alvarado Lake to rescue three children trapped beneath an overturned boat. His quick thinking is likely the reason they're alive.

Off-duty Midlothian firefighter saves children after July 4 boat accident

An off-duty Midlothian firefighter is credited with saving three children trapped beneath a capsized boat at Lake Alvarado over the weekend, using lifesaving measures to resuscitate two unresponsive kids.

New World Screwworm cases rise to 32 as Texas battles outbreak

Federal and state officials have confirmed another New World screwworm case in Texas livestock, bringing the U.S. total to 32 infections as aggressive quarantine and containment efforts continue.

Kerr Kriisa, former NCAA basketball star, arrested for alleged fraud scheme

Former college basketball player Kerr Kriisa has been accused of fraudulently obtaining nearly $2.2 million from two victims. Here's what to know.

July 4 fires damages multiple Fort Worth homes

Fire investigators are working to determine if fireworks caused several house fires in Fort Worth on the Fourth of July.

Cyclosporiasis in Texas: List of foods linked to some outbreaks

A Cyclosporiasis outbreak across the U.S. continues, and Texas is among more than a dozen states that are reporting cases of the parasite that can cause explosive diarrhea. 

Trump confirms a helipad is being built on the White House lawn

Another project will be getting underway at the White House with President Trump confirming Monday that a helipad is being built on the south lawn.

19 New Jersey deaths linked to extreme heat

Millions of people across the world have been experiencing an unusual and unbearable hot and humid summer as temperatures have impacted various regions since the start of 2026. 

Lauren Bennett, 'Party Rock Anthem' singer, dies

Singer Lauren Bennett, best known for her vocals on LMFAO's global hit "Party Rock Anthem," has died, her former band G.R.L. revealed.

3 Romanian nationals sentenced in massive Dallas credit card skimming operation

Three members of a sophisticated, organized credit card skimming ring have been sentenced to lengthy prison terms for stealing the financial information of nearly 800 North Texas shoppers, prosecutors announced Monday.

Teen driver arrested for DWI after Dallas crash injures two children

A 19-year-old driver was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated following a collision late Sunday night that sent two children to the hospital, Dallas police said.

Microsoft cuts 4,800 jobs, including many in Xbox division

Microsoft has announced it is cutting 4,800 jobs, including many in its Xbox division. Here's what to know.

Father dies trying to rescue child who had already escaped MD fire, police say

A Maryland father died Sunday night after running into his burning St. Mary's County home to rescue his 10-year-old son—unaware that the child had already escaped the fireworks-sparked blaze.