Houston homeowner spots alligator in front yard
A Houston homeowner was surprised to find a large alligator in his front yard as he tried to leave his house on Tuesday morning.
Disney Dream rescue: Girl, dad rescued after going overboard on Disney cruise line, passengers say
Disney Cruise Line's rescue team had to jump into immediate action over the weekend after two people – a young girl and her father, reports say – fell overboard, dropping some 50–60 feet into the water, according to Disney and passengers aboard the ship.
Fireball? Meteor? Eyewitnesses in Southeast report ball of fire in sky, shaking
Officials across the Southeast are investigating reports of a "fireball" seen in the sky, with over 100 sightings reported to the American Meteor Society from Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee.
Where were you then: June 25, 2009, the day Michael Jackson died
Michael Jackson’s death shocked the world 16 years ago, on June 25, 2009. Do you remember where you were when you heard the news?
Texas church pranks 200 dads into wearing matching shirts on Father's Day
An elaborate prank led to 200 dads at a Coppell, Texas church wearing the same shirt to its Father's Day service on Sunday.
North Texas man gives people 'someone to talk to'
We've all had those moments in life where things may be weighing on us, and we just need someone to talk to. That's where Will Norman comes in. He sits at an intersection in Azle every weekday to offer an unjudging ear to those who are struggling.
Black bear spotted in Savoy, Texas
A Savoy, Texas gas station captured video of a black bear in the area. Texas Parks and Wildlife confirmed the sighting.
Little Elm police remove snake from fire department's recliner
Little Elm firefighters got some help from their friends at the police department after finding a snake inside a station recliner.
Huge Sahara dust cloud to impact Florida, Louisiana, and more this week
A wide-reaching Sahara dust plume is sweeping across the Caribbean and expected to impact parts of the southern US this week. Here’s how it could affect health, skies, and hurricane season.
Trump Burger chain grows popular in Texas, controversial with critics
A growing Texas burger chain themed around Donald Trump blends political spectacle with fast food, drawing both loyalists and critics in equal measure—with a menu and vibe that feel more rally than restaurant.
'Final Destination'-style overpass collapse in Texas caught on camera
Two brothers watched part of a Texas overpass collapse just as they were driving underneath it and it was all caught on camera.
VIDEO: Texas bridge collapse caught on camera
A Tulia, Texas overpass partially collapsed as two brothers were driving underneath it on May 27. The brothers said that they noticed a trailer had hit the overpass just before. (Credit: Leonel Vasquez via Storyful)
Metro Atlanta teen goes viral for working at Burger King after graduation
Metro Atlanta teen Mykale Baker went viral after reporting to his Burger King shift still wearing his graduation medals.
Watch: Beatboxing nun shows off unusual talent on TV
Two Brazilian nuns have gone viral after an impromptu beatboxing and dance performance on the Catholic TV channel Pai Eterno.
Why Japan is cracking down on baby names like ‘Pikachu’ and ‘Kitty'
Parents will need to inform local authorities of the phonetic reading of their child's name.
Alligator with ball stuck in mouth spotted on NC golf course
An alligator showed up to tee time at a golf course in North Carolina with a soccer ball stuck in its mouth.
'I'm coming for the pimps': Texas lawmakers take aim at human trafficking profits
The amendment dictates that any money recovered during a trafficking investigation would be put in the county's general fund to be used to combat future human trafficking.
Giant manta ray dives under Florida paddleboarder: 'Unbelievable'
A paddleboarder near Honeymoon Island, Florida, had a rare and thrilling encounter with a giant manta ray.
See it: Massive megalodon tooth found by diver off Florida coast
A recent diving trip off the coast of Florida resulted in an ancient discovery. "After I pulled this one up, I knew I had something every other fossil diver dreams about," Kristina Scott said.
Snake pops out of car hood during Missouri mom’s drive
A Missouri woman got a surprise when a coachwhip snake popped out of her car hood while she was driving her son to baseball practice.