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Donald Trump drew massive crowds at the Lubbock Civic Center during a rally for Ken Paxton. The historic event brought global attention and spotlighted local Lubbock businesses in a rare presidential stop.

Looking for something to do this Halloween weekend? East Texas has trunk-or-treats, fall festivals, haunted attractions, farmers markets and more.

Sonic's bringing back their Halloween corn dog deal this Saturday, fifty cents each with no limit on how many you grab.

A Do Not Pass sign brought back a dumb childhood moment I had to confess to my husband. Share yours and let’s laugh about the things we believed as kids.

Aaron Lewis celebrates new music from Staind while reflecting on the band's long history and continued growing success.

Trader Joe’s in Texas is expanding, with three new locations planned for Bellaire, Cedar Park, and Mansfield. The grocery chain’s reported expansion includes stores expected to open in 2027, although exact opening dates have not been announced. Here’s whe ...

Bugs Bunny's most famous line actually comes straight from a Texas high school hallway, not some Hollywood writer's desk.

Husband-and-wife duo leave careers in education to bring an English-inspired tea house and a fresh gathering place to the community.

Prosperity Bank's bringing back Trunk or Treat this Thursday night. Free Halloween fun for families right here in Lubbock with decorated cars and food trucks.

Central Texas bartenders reveal why the Spiced Fall Margarita is autumn's must-try drink. Get the recipe, flavor profile, and secret ingredients here!

The Dallas Cowboys are back in the win column and here are some interesting things I noticed last night and leading into the game.

A quiet cemetery under old oak trees holds a sobering reminder of childhood in early America. Nearly half of all young children never saw their fifth birthday.

What’s the favorite Halloween candy in Texas? Here are the top three candies Texans buy, ranked by bulk sales.

Every year around Halloween, Texans search for the best and spookiest things to do across the Lone Star State. From haunted houses to pumpkin patches, there are plenty of ways to celebrate spooky season. But if you're looking for something a little different, Texas has some Halloween experiences you won't find just anywhere ...

Built in 1912, Amarillo’s historic Galbraith House has a haunted reputation, from a door that flew open to an older ghostly couple at parties. It is now a private home.

Back in 1928, El Paso High School turned on 80 massive bulbs to light up a football field for the first time in Texas, changing everything.

It's never too late to create your first Día de los Muertos altar. Discover how photos, flowers and cherished memories can keep loved ones close.

Discover five Texas-sized facts that made this West Texan say wow, from millions of cattle to a margarita machine that made American history.

Concordia Cemetery is hosting El Paso's first live radio broadcast from a graveyard the morning before Halloween, complete with paranormal investigators and ghost stories.

Halloween candy can make or break a trick-or-treater's night, and some treats are definitely more exciting than others. Across Texas, kids are getting ready to throw on their costumes, hit the neighborhood streets and fill their bags with as much candy as possible...

In 1937, photographer Dorothea Lange visited Carey, Texas, and documented a town struggling as mechanized farming displaced families. Her photographs preserve a remarkable glimpse into its past.

Texas Tech Health Sciences Center just became one of the world's elite training hubs for rural healthcare providers. They're expanding their mission across West Texas and beyond.

A social media question asked Tyler residents which parking lots are the hardest to navigate. The responses revealed plenty of local parking frustrations.

Win a trip to paradise to experience A Perfect Circle in concert.

Blue Bell Ice Cream is bringing back two holiday favorites: Christmas Cookies and Peppermint Bark. The seasonal flavors combine festive cookie and peppermint tastes, giving Texans a reason to get into the Christmas spirit early. Here's what goes into each flavor and which container sizes are expected to be available...

John Anderson's final visit to Abilene included a special request: he wanted to talk with the friend he'd known since 1979.

Texas has a ghost story that's haunted back roads for over a century, born from tragedy and still spooking locals today.

Texas Parks and Wildlife is hiring game wardens and state park police. The application window just opened for the 70th cadet class.

A new study reports 197 ghost sightings in El Paso, putting the city ahead of Austin, Corpus Christi and Laredo in Texas.

The Kohlberg Mansion has history, mystery and reportedly some ghostly residents. Lost El Paso Paranormal investigated and things got weird.