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Chick-fil-A Victoria unveils a free-food advent calendar Dec. 11–24, offering a new free item daily on mobile orders from 3–5 p.m.

In the wake of a heartbreaking tragedy, Midland-Odessa is showing that even in dark times, compassion shines through.

Remember the days of writing letters to Santa? Today’s kids have a whole toolbox of ways to connect with the jolly old elf.

After a tragic wrong turn, deputies share key tips to stay safe, find help fast, and navigate Texas highways with confidence.

Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum closed March 2025 over safety and funding issues. Now WTAMU is ending it's partnership after 93-years.

Discover the most dangerous prisons in Texas where violent criminals serve life or death row sentences under maximum security.

The Outlet Shoppes at El Paso launches Holiday on the Border, a full month of festive performances, family-friendly activities, giveaways, and cultural celebrations.

Scratch-off lottery tickets make fun stocking stuffers. Learn which Texas games offer the best odds for holiday winnings.

El Paso’s most beloved light show is back! Get the dates, times, and everything you need to plan your holiday visit.

A new national ranking shows Texas suburbs dominating the list of America’s fastest-growing wealthy communities. See which ones exploded in population and wealth the fastest.

The state of Texas loves its cattle, but there's a growing situation concerning them.

A SWAT team with a battering ram stormed a Dallas apartment complex today—details inside.

Texas Lottery hits again with a new $1 million winner. Find out where the winning 500X ticket was sold and how many jackpots are left.

There are some things though that are very polarizing in El Paso, things that peeps draw a firm line through where it's either "hell yeah" or "F no". Here are, I think, the top 3:

Sometimes, the food we eat is so good that we take it home to enjoy it more. But, there's a time limit on those last bites!

The idea of using drones to catch fish has caught attention, but Texas Parks and Wildlife isn’t having it. Here’s why those skies aren’t open for fishing.

Before you start holiday shopping, learn which teacher gifts are useful, thoughtful, and appreciated—and which ones you should avoid at all costs.

The holiday season is supposed to be joyful, but for many Texans, it's a time of rising tensions and difficult choices.

Next weekend, the college football playoff is officially underway. ESPN's premier college football kickoff show has decided to do it from College Station, Texas.

Celebrate Texas science teachers! Nominate passionate educators by Jan 4 for the $62,000-plus Butler Awards, honoring excellence in science education.

Texas faces common health issues tied to stress, lifestyle, and access to care. Here are the top Texas health problems and how residents can address them.

Three talented El Paso students swept the 2025 Sticker Design Contest, taking first, second, and third place with designs that set a new bar for creativity.

As birds flock to our region, a serious health threat is taking shape. Let’s break down what you need to keep your loved ones safe.

Every now and then, someone starts up that crazy, "New Mexico should annex El Paso" BS; insisting that it would be better for both El Paso and the 505. So, if that's the case, how'd we wind up in Texas anyway?

Six Flags Over Texas announces its 2026 schedule featuring a 65th celebration and a groundbreaking giga dive coaster debut.

With everyone looking to save on gas, one day this month is sure to many people to fill up the tank.

A mysterious light over Dallas sparks UFO theories—but SpaceX confirms it was just a routine launch.

Local efforts are underway to ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed; hear how you can be part of this vital mission.

Texas airports face high flight delays due to weather, traffic, and staffing. Here’s which major Texas airports rank worst and what causes the most travel disruptions.

El Paso is overflowing with Christmas spirit! Explore the city’s top holiday pop-ups featuring themed drinks, décor, photo ops, and family-friendly fun.