Abbott demands Mexico extradite suspect in Texas commissioner’s slaying

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has demanded that Mexico extradite the suspect named in the shooting death of a state commissioner over the weekend.

These are the best places to stargaze in the Lone Star State

If you want to get a marvelous view of a meteor shower or a stunning scene of stars, there are lots of places to choose from in Texas.

Texas justice 2026: The high-profile trials to track this year

As Texas enters 2026, the state’s legal docket is dominated by high-profile trials ranging from the Uvalde school shooting response to a viral "wedding of the century" assault. These cases have captured national attention due to their tragic nature, celebrity involvement or viral social media origins.

Dallas highways turn into illegal parking lot for NYE
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Drivers illegally parked on Dallas highways and bridges to watch New Year’s Eve fireworks, causing massive gridlock that blocked emergency access and prevented residents from reaching their homes.

Woman fatally shot by security guard following New Year’s Day altercation

A Fort Worth security guard fatally shot a woman on New Year's Day following an escalating physical confrontation involving pepper spray and a stabbing weapon.

Dallas highways turn into illegal parking lots for New Year’s fireworks

Drivers illegally parked on Dallas highways and bridges to watch New Year’s Eve fireworks, causing massive gridlock that blocked emergency access and prevented residents from reaching their homes.

Texas couple faces prison for $5 million wire fraud
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A North Texas man pleaded guilty to wire fraud after posing as an architect to scam over 40 families out of nearly $5 million.

Zohran Mamdani begins his term as NYC mayor with an historic swearing in

Zohran Mamdani became mayor of New York City on Thursday, taking over one of the most unrelenting jobs in American politics with a promise to transform government on behalf of the city's striving, struggling working class. 

North Texans welcome first 2026 babies and share goals
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To welcome 2026 to North Texas, there's nothing like the new year for inspiring people to make a change. 

Odessa murder suspect arrested in Arlington after New Year’s Day shooting

At approximately 3:27 a.m. on January 1, 2026, Ector County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a shots-fired call in the 1100 block of W. 57th Street in Odessa, Texas.

Family pleads for release of ICE detainee as disabled son’s health declines

Maher Tarabishi's family has been fighting to have him released from ICE custody on humanitarian grounds, calling him the primary caregiver for his disabled adult son.