Governor Greg Abbott establishes Texas New World Screwworm response team to combat parasite

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - In order to combat the spread of the New World screwworm, Governor Greg Abbott has established a response team specifically for the parasite. It’s built between the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD) and the Texas Animal …

San Marcos: The mermaid capital of Texas

Less than two hours from Victoria, the city of San Marcos is home to more than just Texas State University. Designated as the Mermaid Capital of Texas, this city is nestled in the heart of hill country and is chalk full of natural wonders from the spring- …

World Dallas Express Media Mexico Threatens SpaceX Lawsuit After Texas Explosion

Mexico’s president is threatening a lawsuit against American innovation — again. This time, it’s Elon Musk’s SpaceX that’s in the crosshairs, after a recent rocket explosion at the company’s Starbase launch site near Boca Chica, Texas. The site, located …

Texas star Kevin Durant never wanted to join Heat, refused to follow $101 million legend's legacy

Last Sunday, the NBA Finals were overshadowed by Kevin Durant’s blockbuster trade to the Houston Rockets—just as the week leading up to the Finals had been dominated by rumors of his potential move. The Rockets struck gold by acquiring the 37-year-old …

Southeast Texas sheriffs prepare for new ICE partnership under Senate Bill 8

Sheriff’s offices in Southeast Texas prepare for Senate Bill 8, aiding ICE with local enforcement. ORANGE COUNTY, Texas — Sheriff’s offices across Southeast Texas are preparing to comply with Senate Bill 8, a new state law that will require local law …

Texas FFA State Officers Prepare to Hang Up the Jacket One Last Time at 97th Annual Convention in Fort Worth

Texas lottery undergoes changes as new law bans online ticket sales

Senate Bill 3070 authorizes the lottery to continue through 2029. For now, players can still test their luck. MIDLAND, Texas — Lottery players in Texas will soon face new rules and restrictions, following the passage of a new law that changes how and where …

"Time To Leave NYC": Kyle Bass Urges Dan Loeb To "Embrace Your Inner Texas" After Mamdani's Socialist Shockwave

Far-left socialist and foreign-born Muslim Zohran Mamdani's surprise primary victory over former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the NYC mayoral race has sent shockwaves through the business community. Even more unsettling for pro-business leaders is the …

Central Texas Food Bank reacts to Gov. Abbott's slashing of summer lunch program

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott rejected a $60 million budget proposal that would have allowed the state to join a federal summer lunch program designed to help low-income children. FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera spoke with a nonprofit about the impact this will …

The KBI thinks a missing Texas woman could be in Kansas