Most patriotic states in America revealed ahead of July 4

Which state is the most patriotic in America? New rankings based on military participation, voter turnout, and volunteerism put one state at the top of the list.

Newsom says Trump ordered DOJ to put him on 'hit list'

Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Monday that the Republican President of the United States had ordered the Justice Department to investigate him and his wife, putting them on what he described as "Trump's hit list." 

Air Force B-52 bomber crashes in Kern County, 8 presumed dead: Officials

A military jet carrying eight people crashed upon takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in Kern County, officials said. Officials fear the incident was “not survivable" for those who were on that jet.

Gov. Abbott issues disaster declaration for 101 counties as severe weather looms over Texas

Governor Greg Abbott has issued a disaster declaration for 101 Texas counties and mobilized massive state emergency response forces as severe storms, intense rainfall, and a potential Gulf tropical cyclone threaten widespread flash flooding across the state through Thursday.

Tropical disturbance in Gulf carries 50% chance of development, poses heavy flood risk to Texas

Weather forecasters are monitoring a weather disturbance over northeastern Mexico that carries a 50% chance of developing into a tropical cyclone over the next week, according to an update from the National Hurricane Center on Monday.

Juneteenth sparks questions of financial freedom in Black community

With Juneteenth – a federal holiday recognizing Black liberation and the end of slavery in the United States two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed– coming up on Friday, the disconnect between financial equality and Black Americans is still at large.

FIFA to leave lasting mark in Dallas with new youth soccer facility

The FIFA World Cup and Puede Network are collaborating to build a new soccer plaza in Oak Cliff to help local youth enjoy the sport.

Anne Schedeen, actress who played mom on 'ALF,' dies at 77

Beloved "ALF" star Anne Schedeen, who brought Kate Tanner to life for millions of viewers, has died at 77.

Water main rupture forces Fort Worth to issue boil water advisory and open bottled water distribution site

A major water main break has forced the city of Fort Worth to issue a precautionary boil water notice for portions of the near northside and areas surrounding Lake Worth, officials announced Monday.

Judge dismisses lawsuit by Yosemite ranger fired over transgender flag

In 2025, a Yosemite ranger hung a transgender flag on the famous rock wall known as El Capitan. The ranger was later fired and alleged that it was retaliatory and violated their free speech rights.

Juvenile killed after being hit by SUV on Dallas freeway

A juvenile has died after being struck by an SUV Saturday morning along the northbound Julius Schepps Freeway service road in Dallas.

Meet the first-ever all-female Peanutter crew who are hitting the road in the Planters NUTmobile

Following a nationwide search that began earlier this year, Planters has selected its first-ever all-female Peanutter crew who will be taking the iconic NUTmobile on the road across the country visiting festivals, parades, college campuses, community events and more. 

Canes to celebrate Stanley Cup victory Saturday in Raleigh

The Carolina Hurricanes are waking up as Stanley Cup champions for the first time since 2006, after a 3-0 shutout in Game 6 over the Vegas Golden Knights, sealing a dominant 16-3 postseason run to return the Cup to Carolina. 

Flash flooding strands drivers on I-35 in Waco

Overnight heavy rain in Central Texas caused severe flash flooding that completely submerged all lanes of Interstate 35 in Waco, leaving multiple drivers stranded on the highway before state troopers opened an access road to assist them.

Watauga police arrest suspect following late-night double homicide

One person is in custody after Watauga police discovered two adult men fatally shot inside a home in the 6000 block of Storm Drive late Sunday night.

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.