Mandated Bible stories in reading lists, revamped history for Texas public schools approved
The State Board of Education approved the reading lists and K-8 social studies changes after months of debates.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
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Montgomery County reports first case of West Nile Virus in 2026
The Montgomery County Public Health Department says it has received confirmation from the Texas Department of State Health Services of the first case of West...
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Baylor teen health clinics provide free medical care, mental health services
According to the latest U.S. Census data, Texas leads the nation in the number of uninsured residents.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Texas leaders approve Bible stories as required reading in schools
The Texas Board of Education has approved controversial changes to required reading lists for Texas public school students. They now include Bible passages.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Automated license plate reader helps DPS locate children from AMBER Alert in Houston
Two missing children were recovered following a statewide AMBER Alert thanks to an automated license plate reader, according to Texas DPS.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Texas confirms contagious equine virus case in Parker County donkey
Texas animal health officials have confirmed a case of a contagious neurologic equine virus in a Parker County rescue donkey, prompting an ongoing investigat...
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Emu loose after escaping North Texas home
A 15-month-old pet emu named Temu is missing in the Dallas-Fort Worth area after escaping from his home in Lancaster.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Texas Supreme Court rejects lawsuit by survivors of Uvalde school shooting
20 students and five teachers accused DPS and Uvalde County of negligence in the delayed response to the deadly 2022 shooting.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Rangers beat the Blue Jays 5-4 as Nathan Eovaldi wins his third straight start
Nathan Eovaldi struck out nine in seven shutout innings to win his third straight start, Justin Foscue homered and drove in three runs, and the Texas Rangers...
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Frisco Triathlon Club pushes for stronger cyclist protections after fatal crash
Frisco Triathlon Club urges Texas lawmakers to strengthen cyclist protections after two members were killed near Pilot Point in January.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
North Texas tourist spots see visitor increases during World Cup Southfork Ranch reports a 62% jump in foot...
Southfork Ranch reports a 62% jump in foot traffic, while other DFW attractions see an 8% rise in out‑of‑market visitors.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
‘I Am Not A Nutritionist’: Brandon Gill Presses ‘Expert’ On Why Taxpayers Need To Pay For People’...
Republican Texas Rep. Brandon Gill pressed a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) advocate Thursday on why taxpayers should pay for sugary drinks.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Video shows Boeing 777 making very low pass over Texas airfield Data from FlightRadar24 showed the plane wa...
Data from FlightRadar24 showed the plane was no more than 25 feet above the ground during the low pass as it approached the Horseshoe Bay Resort Jet Center a...
Jun 27, 2026Open source
There's a beef about beef at the World Cup, as Argentina fans pour into Texas
Drop thousands of Argentina fans into Texas for the World Cup and the debate is inevitable. It’s not about who has the best team or players at the tourname...
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Map Shows States That Allow Bible in the Classroom
Texas public schools will now require students to read Bible passages and stories as part of the latest conservative push.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Texas board approves Bible stories as required reading in public schools
Texas public schools will require students to read Bible stories under a reading list approved by the state's education board Friday.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Gracie the Giraffe, who went missing after wandering off a Texas ranch, is finally found
Gracie the Giraffe, who went missing for about two weeks in Texas after wandering off a remote private ranch, was finally found Friday — and the open ran...
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Missing Texas giraffe has been found after days-long search
After nearly two weeks missing, Gracie the giraffe was spotted during an aerial search. Now a team must corral and transport her back to the ranch.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
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Lufkin is in Angelina County, Texas.
Region: East Texas
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75901, 75902, 75903, 75904, 75915
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Mandated Bible stories in reading lists, revamped history for Texas public schools approved
The State Board of Education approved the reading lists and K-8 social studies changes after months of debates.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Montgomery County reports first case of West Nile Virus in 2026
The Montgomery County Public Health Department says it has received confirmation from the Texas Department of State Health Services of the first case of West...
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Baylor teen health clinics provide free medical care, mental health services
According to the latest U.S. Census data, Texas leads the nation in the number of uninsured residents.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Texas leaders approve Bible stories as required reading in schools
The Texas Board of Education has approved controversial changes to required reading lists for Texas public school students. They now include Bible passages.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Automated license plate reader helps DPS locate children from AMBER Alert in Houston
Two missing children were recovered following a statewide AMBER Alert thanks to an automated license plate reader, according to Texas DPS.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Texas confirms contagious equine virus case in Parker County donkey
Texas animal health officials have confirmed a case of a contagious neurologic equine virus in a Parker County rescue donkey, prompting an ongoing investigat...
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Emu loose after escaping North Texas home
A 15-month-old pet emu named Temu is missing in the Dallas-Fort Worth area after escaping from his home in Lancaster.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Texas Supreme Court rejects lawsuit by survivors of Uvalde school shooting
20 students and five teachers accused DPS and Uvalde County of negligence in the delayed response to the deadly 2022 shooting.
Jun 27, 2026Open source
Rangers beat the Blue Jays 5-4 as Nathan Eovaldi wins his third straight start
Nathan Eovaldi struck out nine in seven shutout innings to win his third straight start, Justin Foscue homered and drove in three runs, and the Texas Rangers...
Jun 27, 2026Open source
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