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Planes are staying put across the country this afternoon due to a communications issue. Here's what is known so far.

If you've ever wanted a masked little roommate, a new Texas bill might be your chance, sort of.

Free photos with Santa, cookies, and winter science experiments are coming to the Science Spectrum this December, and your wallet gets the day off.

Texas has had its share of memorable Friday the 13ths. From destructive tornadoes to a disturbing Panhandle crime and a Dallas tattoo tradition, these stories show the date has a history of its own.

Thanksgiving dinner costs have changed dramatically. Compare the price of feeding 10 people in 1976 with the cost of a 2026 holiday meal.

A Houston parking scam is raising concerns for Texas drivers, especially those traveling to bigger cities for holiday shopping and nights out. One couple says they paid $20 to someone posing as a parking attendant. Here's what ParkHouston says about legitimate parking payments and how to protect yourself...

Ever wonder how far a pub can travel? This one crossed an ocean, piece by piece, before landing in Austin.

Three kinds of peppers, zero dollars, and no limit. Faith2Farm in Lubbock is handing the harvest over to you.

A local initiative is working to preserve the legacy of military veterans buried at Concordia Cemetery in El Paso by restoring damaged, deteriorated and missing grave markers.

Need something to do this weekend? East Texas has a little bit of everything, including Henderson's Heritage Syrup Festival, car shows, family activities, shopping and more.

Texas dog laws include protections for certain dogs kept outdoors, especially during extreme weather. The Safe Outdoor Dogs Act requires adequate shelter and other safeguards for dogs left outside and unattended while restrained. Here's what East Texas pet owners should know as temperatures drop and freezing weather approaches ...

A price check, a menu refresher, and a reminder to put the phone away at the table this year.

Discover El Paso restaurants and businesses offering free meals, discounts and special deals for veterans and active-duty military members on November 11, 2026.

Here’s a complete guide to holiday closures and operating hours in El Paso this Veterans Day.

Governor Greg Abbott announced $281 million in federal funding under the Rural Texas Strong program to upgrade medical equipment, expand telehealth, and improve overall healthcare access across rural West Texas.

We asked East Texans which stores they'd like to see return to Broadway Square Mall. The answers brought back plenty of memories, including two features many shoppers still miss.

With the future of the DC Universe in flux, what should the new management save and what should they toss?

Fish are great, but the Lubbock Aquarium has something new in mind, and it's all about birds and butterflies.

A track meet, a twin's bedroom, a little sister in Abilene, three Texas families changed forever.

A bill to legalize marijuana in Texas has been filed for the 2027 session. Here’s what it says and what it would take to pass.

Ever rung a bell or grabbed an Angel Tree tag? This is the year they need you most.

So what can a new governor actually do about constitutional carry? Turns out the answer runs straight through the Legislature.

Churches across West Texas are being asked for something pretty small this November, and the reason why is worth a listen.

Frito pie is a Texas football favorite, but its history is more complicated than you might think. Meet Nell Morris, the dietitian who helped popularize the recipe and developed hundreds of others.

The Tyler Salvation Army is looking for volunteers to help with its Red Kettle Campaign, Angel Tree program, and holiday meals. Here's how you can lend a hand this Christmas.

You know those people who make your whole day without even trying? One Lubbock car wash attendant is doing exactly that, and folks are noticing.

A longtime spot for loud engines and packed grandstands just landed on the market, and nobody's quite sure what happens next.

The past few weeks have been frustrating to say the least as a Dallas Cowboys fan, but the team got a much needed win in Indy on Sunday. Let's check out some highlights from Sunday.

Tex Randall, the giant Canyon cowboy, is due for another restoration in 2027. From Levi’s jeans to a cigarette swapped for a spur, here’s how Tex got here.

Rush are taking over Sphere Las Vegas and you could be there to experience the opening night of their residency.