- Fire damages Concan fire station
A blaze broke out at a small-town fire station in Concan after a welding spark ignited inside the building. Several departments responded, and investigators are assessing the extent of the damage.
- Texas considers new 671-mile interstate
State transportation officials are studying whether to turn U.S. 287 into a full interstate stretching from the Gulf Coast to the Panhandle. Supporters say it could ease freight traffic and boost economic development across rural regions.
- Major cockfighting ring busted in North Texas
Officers raided an illegal cockfighting operation on Thanksgiving, arresting two dozen people and seizing dozens of injured birds. Authorities described it as one of the larger animal-cruelty busts of the year.
- Man dies after police confrontation in North Houston
A suspect died during a standoff with officers under a freeway overpass, with investigators still determining whether the fatal shot was self-inflicted or fired by police. The incident briefly shut down traffic in the area.
- Pedestrian deaths remain high in Houston
New federal data shows Houston still ranks among the most dangerous cities for pedestrians, with nearly 100 deaths last year. Local officials say more enforcement and road-safety measures are underway.
- 81 high-school football games kick off statewide
Texas high school football saw a massive slate of playoff-season matchups, with top-ranked teams competing across the state. Fans packed stadiums despite chilly post-Thanksgiving weather.
- “Turkey Awards” recap Texas politics with humor
A yearly political wrap-up used satire to highlight standout moments — good and bad — from Texas lawmakers in 2025. The lighthearted segment has become a holiday tradition for political watchers.
