Missing Texas Man, 63, Found Safe After Community Search
A 63-year-old man who disappeared in Donna, Texas has been reunited with his family after a swift community search. Cenobio Trejo was found safe and taken for medical evaluation.
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Texas Firefighter Rescues Kitten from Storm Drain
A tiny kitten trapped in a Spring, Texas storm drain got a happy ending thanks to quick-thinking neighbors and a brave firefighter. The rescue led to an instant adoption by the family who called for help.
Texas Rangers Honor Mexican Heritage with New Red Jerseys
The Texas Rangers unveiled bold new uniforms celebrating North Texas' deep Mexican cultural roots. The team's "Tejas" jerseys debut April 24 as part of their commitment to honoring the Hispanic community.
Missing Giraffe Found Safe After 2-Week Texas Adventure
Gracie the giraffe, who wandered away from her ranch in rural Texas, has been found safe and sound after nearly two weeks on the loose. The runaway animal was spotted just four miles from home, looking well-fed and healthy.
Texas Cave Hides Ice Age Secrets Never Seen in the Region
Snorkeling scientists in a Texas underwater cave discovered fossils of giant tortoises and armored mammals that never lived in Central Texas before. The surprising find is rewriting what we know about Texas during the Ice Age.
7 Texas Schools Earn Honor Roll for Student Success
Seven schools in the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo school district just proved that excellence in education is thriving along the Texas border. Their recognition comes from measurable gains in student achievement and preparing kids for life after graduation.
Texas Police Remind Drivers: Don't Drive Into Lakes
A Cybertruck driver learned an expensive lesson about water limits when his vehicle shut down in a North Texas lake. Police now have a message that sounds obvious but apparently needs saying.
Texas Town Grows 25% in One Year as Families Flock In
Celina, Texas went from quiet ranching town to America's fastest-growing city, adding one new resident for every four already living there. Despite bulldozers replacing cattle pastures, this North Texas community is proving rapid growth doesn't have to destroy small-town charm.
Texas Student Earns Spot at Elite Leadership Academy
Henderson Middle School student Emeriie Anastas-Weaver has been selected for a prestigious summer leadership program in Austin and San Antonio. She'll explore Texas history while building skills alongside the state's top young leaders.
Texas Cave Reveals Ice Age Giants Never Seen in the Region
Snorkelers exploring an underwater cave in Central Texas discovered bones from lion-sized armadillos and giant tortoises that scientists didn't know lived there during the Ice Age. The find is rewriting what we know about ancient Texas.
Texas Cave Reveals Ice Age Animals Lost to Science
Scientists exploring a Texas cave discovered fossils from a warm period of the last ice age that nobody knew existed in the region. The find includes a lion-sized armadillo and giant tortoise that rewrites what we thought we knew about ancient Texas.
84 Texas School Districts Earn 'Star Status' for Excellence
Dozens of East Texas schools have been named "Star Schools" for outstanding student achievement and closing learning gaps. The recognition celebrates educators who are proving that every student can succeed.
Texas Builds $47M Tech Training Center for Chip Industry
A new 70,000-square-foot manufacturing technology center in Hutto, Texas just reached a major construction milestone, preparing to train the next generation of semiconductor workers. The facility addresses America's urgent need for skilled tech workers while bringing good-paying jobs to Central Texas.
Texas Cave Reveals Giant Armadillos, Rewriting Ice Age History
Scientists snorkeling through a Texas cave found lion-sized armadillo fossils lying on the riverbed alongside mammoths and saber-toothed cats. The discovery is changing what we know about Ice Age climate across Central Texas.
Texas Cave Reveals 100,000-Year-Old Ice Age Secrets
A paleontologist snorkeling through an underground Texas stream discovered fossils never before found in Central Texas, opening a brand new window into life 100,000 years ago. The bones carpeted the cave floor like buried treasure waiting to be found.
Texas Family's 12th Annual Juneteenth Spans 3 Towns
A Sabine County family descended from pioneers in the area before Texas became a state gathered for their 12th annual Juneteenth celebration, bringing relatives from across America to honor their ancestors and teach the next generation. The weekend event spanned three Texas towns and welcomed the entire community for free.
Texas Dads Buy Car for School Crossing Guard in Days
When beloved crossing guard Ms. Trecia Crawford lost her car, a North Texas dads' club raised $6,800 in days to get her back on the road. The surprise gift left the Moss Haven Elementary community in happy tears.
Texas Cave Dive Reveals 100,000-Year-Old Ice Age Secrets
A scientist snorkeling through an unexplored Texas cave found something extraordinary: bones everywhere, from giant tortoises to sabretooth cats that lived 100,000 years ago. This discovery opens a completely new window into Central Texas's prehistoric past.
Texas Lab Celebrates 85 Years of Lifesaving Discoveries
A research institute born from a 25-year-old's dream on Texas ranchland has spent 85 years creating medical breakthroughs that save lives worldwide. From helping premature babies breathe to developing hepatitis vaccines, Texas Biomedical Research Institute proves that bold vision creates lasting impact.
Texas Firefighter Saves 3 Kids from Capsized Boat
When a boat flipped on an Texas lake trapping three children underwater, an off-duty firefighter didn't hesitate to dive in and pull them to safety. All three kids are now recovering after he performed life-saving CPR.
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