League City dog groomer arrested after Goldendoodle’s death

A dog groomer in League City has been arrested following the death of a 5-year-old Goldendoodle named Lincoln, according to authorities. Lisa Pfund is charged with cruelty to a non-livestock animal, a third-degree felony.

Ted Bundy linked to unsolved 1974 death of Utah teen after new DNA testing

Utah officials on Wednesday announced that new DNA testing has linked infamous serial killer, Ted Bundy, to the 1974 murder of 17-year-old Laura Ann Aime.

Medicare Fraud Alert: Texas woman says $10K in bogus catheter charges persist despite reporting scam

A Medicare recipient is raising concerns about potential fraud after discovering thousands of dollars in charges for medical equipment she says she never needed—despite reporting the issue to federal officials months ago.

Texas school voucher applications surge past 274,000 as initial deadline closes

The Texas Education Freedom Accounts program officially closed its initial application window yesterday, March 31, ending a high-demand rollout that saw over 274,000 students apply for limited state-funded education spots.

New details shared in latest 'Texas Killing Fields' indictment

James Dolphs Elmore Jr. has been indicted for his alleged role in at least two murders tied to cold cases that have haunted Southeast Texas since the 1980s.

Texas to launch independent psychedelic study after drug companies miss mark

After losing faith in potential drug company partners, Texas is planning to launch an independent study into the medical application of ibogaine, a naturally occurring plant with psychedelic properties that's been promising for PTSD and other mental maladies. 

Republican leaders in Congress announce plan to end Homeland Security shutdown

House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune have announced a plan to fully fund the Department of Homeland Security and try to end a record partial government shutdown.

Houston Controller warns of mounting city deficit, mayor disagrees

Houston's elected "financial watchdog" Controller Chris Hollins issued a stark warning to city leaders that municipal government is sinking deeper and deeper into the red.

Wisconsin native journalist abducted in Baghdad after militia warning

Freelance journalist Shelly Kittleson, a Wisconsin native, was abducted in Baghdad, raising concern from family and colleagues after years reporting in Iraq and across the Middle East.

Houston City Council to strip Cesar Chavez's name from Boulevard

The City of Houston is looking to officially rename Cesar Chavez Boulevard following revelations the once iconic labor leader was a sexual predator.

Supreme Court justices raise questions in Trump birthright citizenship case

The Supreme Court heard oral arguments Wednesday in a landmark case challenging the scope of birthright citizenship, with early indications suggesting a number of justices may be skeptical of the Trump administration’s position.

Texas judge further halts utility district involved with Islamic development

A temporary injunction has been issued against a North Texas utility district after the state accused them of illegally acting in support of a controversial Islamic development.