New World screwworm found in elk killed by Texas hunter

New World screwworm was recently found in an elk that was killed by a Texas hunter, according to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

Virginia state Sen. L. Louise Lucas charged with drug trafficking and money laundering: DOJ

Virginia state Sen. L. Louise Lucas, one of the state's most influential Democrats, was charged Thursday in connection with an alleged role leading a criminal enterprise that acquired and distributed large quantities of marijuana and laundered the proceeds, according to federal authorities.

Ex-Eminem employee pleads guilty to federal copyright law after selling unreleased tracks

The 48-year-old Oakland County man made copies of at least 10 different audio tracks created by Eminem before selling them online. He earned tens of thousands of dollars on the sales before they were released on public streaming platforms.

Americans could be detained for years in popular travel destination, officials warn

Americans traveling to China are being warned about the possibility of detention, electronic surveillance and restrictions that could keep them from returning home.

Scam losses top $1 billion in North Carolina since 2021

Financial fraud and online scams cost North Carolina consumers over $1 billion over a five-year stretch, federal data reveals.

Toledo chemical leak update: 57 people treated by hospitals, evacuation area reduced

Toledo area hospitals treated 57 patients for symptoms related to the incident, with seven still being treated Thursday afternoon, and none are in serious condition, according to the city.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas drops Medicare Advantage plans for 2027

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas announced it will stop offering its Medicare Advantage and Medicare prescription drug plans in 2027 to private customers, requiring them to select new coverage.

Paxton, Talarico tied in Texas Senate race: FOX News poll

The hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas between Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton and Democratic state Rep. James Talarico is even, according to a FOX News poll.

Orphaned baby walrus in Alaska flown 4,800 miles to new home in Florida

A young, orphaned Pacific walrus found on a remote beach in northern Alaska has been rescued and brought more than 4,000 miles to Florida, where it's receiving care at SeaWorld Orlando.

Map: Harris County voting locations with most early ballots cast

Hundreds of thousands have voted early in Harris County for the Nov. 3 midterm election. Explore our interactive map showing which of the county's 75 polling locations have seen the most early voters.

Texas Lottery generates $1.85 billion for state programs in first fiscal year under TDLR

Under TDLR management, the Texas Lottery generated $1.85 billion in FY 2026 for public education and veterans' services, marking its fifth-largest contribution in history.

Mexican national convicted in Texas for using stolen identity of dead infant for 40 years

Vidal Blanco-Blas was convicted by a federal jury in Texas for using a deceased infant's identity for more than 40 years to obtain a U.S. passport and commit drug crimes.

Chickenpox outbreak at Shepherd High School: What parents should know

Shepherd ISD is warning families about a chickenpox outbreak at Shepherd High School, saying it is monitoring the situation and taking precautions to protect students and staff.

Country Music Hall of Famer John Anderson dies at 71

Country music star John Anderson has died at 71, his family said on social media Wednesday night.

Houston proposes new gas station restrictions after Riverside Terrace residents push back against development

Houston city leaders are considering new restrictions on where gas stations can be built, a move that comes months after residents in Riverside Terrace fought against a proposed gas station and convenience store near their homes.

Political texts piling up? Houston voters describe campaign overload as tech expert explains data brokers

Houston voters discuss political texts and campaign mailers ahead of the 2026 midterm election. FOX tech expert Juan Guevara Torres explains how data brokers collect personal information, while political analyst Mark Jones discusses why voting early could reduce campaign texts.