Sesame Street vs. SeaWorld: Sesame Workshop files lawsuit to end deal

Could Sesame Street, Elmo, Big Bird, and Cookie Monster leave SeaWorld soon? Sesame Workshop filed a lawsuit against SeaWorld.

US hits Iran's Kharg Island as oil prices surge

American and Israeli strikes continue to hit the Islamic Republic amid the ongoing war with Iran. On Friday, the U.S. military confirmed that six U.S. service members were killed in a refueling aircraft crash.

These US cities have the safest, most dangerous streets, annual report finds

A new analysis reveals which U.S. cities have the safest — and riskiest — streets in 2026, ranking the 100 largest metro areas using factors like vehicle speeds and total miles driven.

Here's how much tariffs are costing US families each month, according to Democrats

As the cost of living continues to squeeze household budgets, a new report is putting a spotlight on the impact of tariffs, and the added financial burden consumers face under current trade policies.

Southwest Airlines ending flights at Washington Dulles and Chicago O’Hare in June

Southwest Airlines is ending service at Washington Dulles and Chicago O’Hare this summer. Customers with affected reservations can rebook or request a refund.

Texas Southern University terminates Athletic Director Dr. Kevin Granger

Texas Southern University has terminated Athletic Director Dr. Kevin Granger and removed his retired jersey banner from the campus arena following investigations into allegations made in a civil lawsuit last year. Granger has denied the allegations.

Tyler Robinson hearing: Judge denies request to seal evidence in Charlie Kirk murder case

Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, was back in court Friday as a state judge denied some efforts by his attorneys to restrict public access to court documents.

Houston Rodeo responds to Harris Co. Judge Lina Hidalgo's claims of 'manhandling' at concert

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo released a response on Thursday after Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo claimed that she was “manhandled" and escorted out of Tuesday night’s Megan Maroney concert.

Records: Suspect at Klein ISD school office armed with gun, taser

An armed man in tactical gear was stopped by a secure lobby at Zwink Elementary on Tuesday after slipping through a front door that failed to latch properly. Klein ISD defended waiting 24 hours to alert parents, stating the delay was a tactical move coordinated with the FBI.

Texas ban on smokable THC products to take effect March 31

New rules were adopted recently by the Texas Department of State Health Services, which prohibit stores from selling any smokable form of THC, including hemp derivatives. 

Conservationists among 100+ to sign letter asking Congress to ban Big Bend border wall

About 130 conservation groups, outfitters and rural Texas businesses sent a letter to Congress Thursday asking them to step in to halt efforts to build a border wall in the state's Big Bend parks. 

Suspect charged for death of missing Houston woman Angela Diaz

A man has been charged for the death of Angela Diaz, a 22-year-old Houston woman whose remains were found a year after she was reported missing.