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An unprecedented data center boom means new challenges for Texas. Find out what’s planned near you.

After Jane Nelson’s unexpected resignation, local election leaders worry her successor could complicate midterm election administration. Gov. Greg Abbott hasn’t yet named a replacement.

How bad will drought be in Texas? Rio Grande Valley farmers are bracing for the worst.

A Texas Tribune analysis identified at least 248 planned data center projects. Opponents fear the projects will spike Texans’ electric bills and make the grid less reliable. But industry representatives say they promise huge economic gains.

Three new cases of screwworm confirmed in Texas; A&M leader tasked as federal adviser

The Rio Grande Valley typically grows between 60 to 80 million acres of fresh produce annually, but that has declined over the years due to drought.

Talarico lands endorsement from lawyer who defended Paxton in impeachment, securities fraud cases

The case in Andrews County included an infested dog. Another case included a goat in Gillespie County.

Balcones Canyonlands wildlife refuge, home to endangered songbird, adds more than 600 acres

Dan Cogdell, who represented Paxton for nearly a decade in two high-profile cases, said his former client “has lost sight of his core mission.”

Texas county rescinds its data center moratorium after $100 million lawsuit from developer

Conservation groups purchased nearly 300 acres in Burnet County after adding a similar-sized tract last year, giving the golden-cheeked warbler more protected habitat.

Second screwworm case in Texas confirmed as Abbott expands state disaster declaration

Hill County, which appears to be the first Texas county to pass a moratorium, replaced it Thursday with a checklist of requirements for developers.

Tucumcari drug bust yields fentanyl, meth, heroin and nearly $79,000 in cash, police say

A screwworm outbreak would threaten the state’s cattle industry and potentially increase already high beef prices nationwide.

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Dumas police urge residents to stay alert after string of vehicle burglaries

A nine-month narcotics investigation culminated Monday with the execution of six search warrants in Tucumcari, resulting in the seizure of suspected drugs, fire

Route 66 Centennial spans Texas Panhandle; Vega museum touts 3,000-pound branding iron

Dumas police are asking residents to stay alert after a string of vehicle burglaries reported across the city, warning there may be victims who do not yet reali

16-year-old boy arrested in shooting at Memorial Park in Amarillo

Events commemorating the Route 66 Centennial are underway across the Texas Panhandle.“It’s crazy, it’s totally different than in England, it totally different i

Screwworm detected in eastern New Mexico dog, first in the state

A 16-year-old boy was arrested in connection with ashooting at Memorial Park in Amarillo.The suspect, who was not identified by police due to his age, was arre

Potter County commissioners approve partial fireworks ban for 4th of July

Federal officials confirmed Monday that a case of New World screwworm has been detected in a dog in eastern New Mexico, marking the first known case in the stat

Clarendon High School football coach accused of having improper relationship with student

Potter County commissioners approved a partial fireworks ban Monday in response to ongoing drought conditions and heightened wildfire concerns.The order prohibi

Flesh-eating screwworm found in dog and calf hundreds of miles apart in Texas

AClarendon High School football coach is accused of having an improper relationship with a student.Izaiah Kelley, 23, is charged with improper relationship bet

Trump says US 'must' respond after Iran downed US Army helicopter near Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed two more cases of the destructive New World screwworm parasite in Texas on Monday.

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Travis County raises Pride flag to celebrate local LGBTQ+ community

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — President Donald Trump blamed Iran for downing a U.S. Army helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday and said the United States must respond to the attack. A drone boat rescued two Army aviators who were aboard the Apache attack helicopter when it went down near the waterway [...]

32,000 people displaced by the Philippine earthquake that killed at least 37

Other speakers at the ceremony include Judge Denise Hernández of County Court at Law #6, Ash Hall of the American Civil Liberties Union, and Texas Health Action CEO Christopher Hamilton.

Hays County could slow data center growth over water concerns

GENERAL SANTOS, Philippines (AP) — Rescuers searched ruined buildings in the southern Philippines on Tuesday to ensure no one was still trapped a day after one of the strongest earthquakes to hit the country in a half-century killed at least 37 people and displaced more than 32,000. Only four people were considered missing on official [...]

Triple-digit heat indices the rest of the week

The Hays County Commissioners Court is set to discuss, and potentially take action on a plan that would give more control over new high-water-use projects in the county.

New screwworm cases raise concern for Texas cattle, beef prices

A few spotty showers are possible through the rest of the work week but the bigger story will be the uncomfortable heat indices expected each afternoon. -Meteorologist Hannah Gard

Police chief walks through dashcam video of officer chasing shooting suspects

The emergence of new cases is raising concern across Texas’ cattle and beef industry, which is already dealing with high prices and tight supply.

'Erratic' home burglary suspect dies after being arrested, police say

Last month, a series of shootings and car thefts across Austin ended with a chase in Manor and the arrests of three teenagers.

Texas cautions parents about unregulated summer childcare

Austin Police are investigating after its officers were involved in an in-custody death over the weekend, the agency said. Those officers have been placed on administrative leave.

Austin FC hires Jim Curtin as new head coach; won't start until next season

As thousands of Texas children head into summer break, state officials are urging parents to carefully vet childcare arrangements and warn against placing children in unregulated operations that may not meet basic health and safety standards.

Austin-bound private jet from Dominican Republic crashes shortly after takeoff

Jim Curtin, who led the Philadelphia Union from 2014-2024 with seven MLS Cup playoff appearances, was the most successful manager in club history before his firing in 2024. The Union won the Supporters' Shield in 2020 and the Eastern Conference championship in 2022.

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The engine separation and subsequent fuel leak appears to trigger an explosion just seconds before the plane hits a guidance sign.