Overnight Texas storms delivered a significant deluge of rain, coupled with strong winds and hail, across vast swaths of South Central Texas and the picturesque Hill Country starting Friday night and continuing into Saturday morning. Millions were impacted as weather alerts remained in effect, prompting residents to remain vigilant against potential flooding and continued Texas…
The State Fair of Texas is once again set to tantalize taste buds with its 2025 edition, announcing the highly anticipated finalists for the prestigious Big Tex Choice Awards. This year’s competition saw a record-breaking 76 entries, showcasing the vibrant and ever-evolving landscape of fair food in Texas. Fairgoers can anticipate an unforgettable culinary journey,…
Texas Swelters Under Record-Breaking October Heat, Drought Intensifies Texas is currently enduring an unseasonably brutal October, shattering temperature records and exacerbating critical drought conditions across the state. Cities like Houston and San Antonio have experienced some of the warmest Octobers in recorded history, with summer-like heat persisting well into the autumn season. This prolonged warmth,…
Austin, Texas – The iconic Austin City Limits (ACL) Music Festival is set to transform Zilker Park into a musical mecca once again, hosting its highly anticipated event over two consecutive weekends in October 2025. The festival will take place from October 3-5 and again from October 10-12, offering an expansive platform for over 100…
AUSTIN, TX – October 8, 2025 – This week in Texas education, significant developments are unfolding across the state and within its capital city. Austin Independent School District (AISD) is grappling with a major consolidation plan that includes the proposed closure of 13 schools, while the state rolls out a new, billion-dollar Education Savings Account…
In a move that has sparked significant political controversy and legal challenges, approximately 200 Texas National Guard troops arrived in Illinois on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, following orders from then-President Donald Trump. The deployment was part of a broader federal initiative to send National Guard members to cities like Chicago and Portland, ostensibly to protect…
A passenger was taken into custody by Houston police Sunday evening after attempting to open a cabin door on a United Airlines flight as it was taxiing on the tarmac at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). The incident occurred on Sunday, October 5, 2025, aboard United Airlines flight UA788, which had just landed after arriving…
Texas is making substantial, sustained investments in its mental health infrastructure and policy landscape, signaling a significant shift towards prioritizing behavioral health as an integral component of overall public health. Lawmakers have consistently directed billions of dollars toward mental health programs, reflecting a growing understanding that addressing mental well-being is crucial for the state’s populace….
Federal Court Hears Crucial Texas Redistricting Challenge Amidst Tense Political Climate EL PASO, TX – A pivotal legal battle challenging the constitutionality of Texas’s newly drawn congressional map is underway this week, with a three-judge federal panel in El Paso hearing arguments that could profoundly shape the state’s political landscape and the balance of power…
Seven Jack in the Box locations across the Greater Houston area have ceased operations between August and September 2025, a move tied to the fast-food giant’s extensive “JACK on Track” restructuring plan. These closures are part of a broader national effort by the company to shed underperforming stores and revitalize its financial performance amidst a…
