Toyota announces $3.6 Billion San Antonio plant expansion, 2,000 new jobs

Toyota is doubling down on Texas with a massive $3.6 billion expansion that will bring thousands of new jobs and shift production of its beloved Tacoma pickup truck from Mexico to San Antonio.

Spring neighbors describe desperate efforts to save 2-year-old, 74-year-old after neighborhood drowning

A day after a 2-year-old boy and his 74-year-old cousin died in a neighborhood pond in Spring, the quiet subdivision remains shaken as neighbors recount the heartbreaking moments they rushed to help.

New World Screwworm cases rise to 32 as Texas battles outbreak

Federal and state officials have confirmed another New World screwworm case in Texas livestock, bringing the U.S. total to 32 infections as aggressive quarantine and containment efforts continue.

Cyclosporiasis in Texas: List of foods linked to some outbreaks

A Cyclosporiasis outbreak across the U.S. continues, and Texas is among more than a dozen states that are reporting cases of the parasite that can cause explosive diarrhea. 

Trump confirms a helipad is being built on the White House lawn

Another project will be getting underway at the White House with President Trump confirming Monday that a helipad is being built on the south lawn.

19 New Jersey deaths linked to extreme heat

Millions of people across the world have been experiencing an unusual and unbearable hot and humid summer as temperatures have impacted various regions since the start of 2026. 

Lauren Bennett, 'Party Rock Anthem' singer, dies

Singer Lauren Bennett, best known for her vocals on LMFAO's global hit "Party Rock Anthem," has died, her former band G.R.L. revealed.

Microsoft cuts 4,800 jobs, including many in Xbox division

Microsoft has announced it is cutting 4,800 jobs, including many in its Xbox division. Here's what to know.

Father dies trying to rescue child who had already escaped MD fire, police say

A Maryland father died Sunday night after running into his burning St. Mary's County home to rescue his 10-year-old son—unaware that the child had already escaped the fireworks-sparked blaze.

Third Ward hotel fire leaves 2 guests hospitalized, 20 units damaged

A fire broke out at a Houston hotel room, leaving two people hospitalized and causing severe damage to dozens of units, officials report.

Westchase apartment fire damages 12 units, firefighters injured

A fire broke out at a Westchase-area apartment complex on Sunday night, leaving 12 units damaged and several families without a home.

74-year-old woman, 2-year-old child die after drowning at Harris County pond

A 74-year-old woman died and a 2-year-old child was hospitalized after they were pulled from a neighborhood pond in northeast Harris County, authorities said.