4 to Know for Friday, Aug. 8

Here are four stories you should know about for Friday, Aug. 8, 2025. Take a look at the 10-foot gator that was caught in Tarrant County this week. Texas Republicans are trying to punish Democratic House members who left the state to avoid a redistricting vote. An important deadline is today for 'Dream Act' students at the University of North Texas. And there's no sales tax on school supplies for those shopping in Texas this weekend.