No, Texas can’t legally secede from the U.S., despite popular myth

The theme of independence has recurred throughout the history of Texas, which was a republic from 1836–45. But the Civil War established that a state cannot secede.

Cross still stands after fire destroys Texas church: 'A sight to behold'

A fire tore through a Texas church, leveling the building and destroying nearly everything inside – except for a cross that was still standing among the charred debris.

3 late Uvalde elementary students honored during baseball game

Three elementary students, who tragically lost their lives during a massacre in Uvalde, Texas were honored during a baseball game over the weekend.

Two kangaroos tussle at San Antonio Zoo

This footage, filmed by zoo president and CEO Tim Morrow, shows the unnamed kangaroos exchanging blows.

Deputy: 2 officers had chance to shoot Uvalde school gunman

Two Uvalde city police officers passed up a fleeting chance to shoot a gunman outside Robb Elementary School before he went on to kill 21 people inside the school, a senior sheriff's deputy told The New York Times.

Dallas County Clerk uncovers slave record from the 1800s

It was an eye-opening discovery: Books detailing the sale of slaves in Dallas County dating back to before the Emancipation Proclamation.

Man sues American Airlines after mistaken identity lands him in jail for 17 days

Michael Lowe spent 17 days in a crowded jail cell, alternating between sleeping on a concrete floor and a metal bunk. He had no idea why he was behind bars.

All clear given after 'shots fired' report near Joint Base San Antonio Lackland

An all clear has been given after an investigation into "shots fired" near Joint Base San Antonio - Lackland AFB. The military base sent out an active shooter alert Tuesday morning, but San Antonio PD says there is no threat to the public.

Houston 4-year-old gets 'unintentional vasectomy' during hernia surgery

A Texas family is suing a Houston hospital and doctor after the family’s 4-year-old received an unintended vasectomy during surgery.

Dallas man bought nearly 100 guns to illegally sell to others, DOJ alleges

A federal indictment alleges 31-year-old Demontre Hackworth bought nearly 100 firearms from licensed dealers without having to go through a background check because he had a state “license to carry.” Then, he illegally sold them to other people.

Duncanville Fieldhouse police shooting disrupts youth summer camp

According to police, the gunman tried to enter a classroom with children inside but was unsuccessful. That’s when police say he fired a second shot from the hallway at the door. The assistant police chief says his officers did exactly what they were trained to do: stop the threat immediately.

Houston-raised filmmaker wins prestigious award for directorial debut: Istikhara, New York

Imagine entering a career with little support but allowing yourself to let the universe take its course. Yasir Masood did just that with his film and received the 'Emerging Filmmaker Award' during the 38th Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival.

Judge blocks Texas investigating families of trans youth

A Texas judge on Friday temporarily blocked the state from investigating families of transgender children who have received gender-confirming medical care, a new obstacle to the state labeling such treatments as child abuse.

Cat faces off with coyote on Texas porch in wild video: ‘He was a fighter’

“He was a fighter and luckily the coyote was a skittish pup,” Surfside, Texas resident Tony Gray told FOX Television Stations after seeing the scene unfold.

Uvalde school police chief defends Texas shooting response

In his first extensive comments, Pete Arredondo, the police chief of the Uvalde school district, speaks about the response to the deadly mass shooting at Robb Elementary School.