AUSTIN, Texas – In a solemn ceremony held at the Texas Capitol, Governor Greg Abbott awarded the Texas Legislative Medal of Honor to Army Sergeant Rickey Wittner and posthumously to Navy SEAL Nathan Gage Ingram. This prestigious honor, the highest military decoration for members of the Texas military forces, recognizes extraordinary acts of bravery and…
Residents of Fort Worth are grappling with increasing financial pressures stemming from escalating costs in housing, utilities, insurance, healthcare, and everyday living expenses. In response, many families are adopting a more proactive stance towards budgeting and financial planning in 2026. Establishing an emergency budget can equip households to handle unforeseen expenses while minimizing dependence on…
A newly-appointed judge in Collin County has denied a motion for a new trial for Karmelo Anthony, the teenager convicted of murdering 17-year-old Austin Metcalf during a track meet in Frisco in 2025. The ruling came on Saturday, following an appeal hearing last week that unveiled a controversial “gentlemen’s agreement” from the initial trial, which…
Since assuming office again in January 2025, President Trump’s administration has intensified its initiatives to construct border barriers in sections of the U.S.-Mexico border that currently lack such structures. This includes the Big Bend region in far West Texas, which encompasses both Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park, areas targeted for…
A deputy from the Liberty County Sheriff’s Office has been arrested on multiple charges, according to jail records. Raymond Louis Winkler Jr., aged 58, was taken into custody on Friday. Winkler faces a total of nine serious charges, which include: Tampering with governmental records Misuse of official information Two counts of possessing visual material depicting…
The rapid growth of artificial intelligence data centers, which demand substantial water and energy resources, has prompted lawmakers nationwide to seek solutions to safeguard local supplies. Austin is now joining this effort as the city grapples with the implications of this burgeoning industry. As the adoption of AI technology has surged, so too has the…
A recent incident involving a Houston Uber driver has sparked discussions regarding the legality of police actions during a pursuit. A video captured the moment when law enforcement officers jumped into the driver’s vehicle while in hot pursuit of a suspect, raising questions about the obligations of civilians in such scenarios. Anthony Baines, an eight-year…
Fairview police are investigating a burglary that took place at the residence of Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb on Friday afternoon. The incident involved a suspect breaking a side window to gain access to the home, from which several high-value personal belongings were reported stolen. Officers arrived at the scene around 1:20 p.m. on…
Texas public schools may soon be unable to sponsor H-1B visas for foreign workers, following a proposal made by Governor Greg Abbott on Tuesday. This initiative aims to curb foreign influence within the state’s educational institutions. Abbott expressed his intent to introduce legislation that would ensure no public school employees in Texas hold H-1B visas….
A significant fire at the Austin Country Flea Mart on East U.S. Highway 290 has been contained to the building where it originated. Firefighters successfully managed to prevent the flames from spreading, despite the fire igniting nearby brush and a tire pile. Two individuals, who were not part of the firefighting team, received treatment for…
