Sister Leticia Ugboaja, a nun in McAllen, Texas, was detained by ICE while walking to church but has since been released following intervention from members of Congress. The incident took place near the U.S.-Mexico border.
Kirk Foyle's family has filed a lawsuit after he was killed by a falling tree at a BBQ restaurant in Austin, Texas. The lawsuit claims negligence on the part of the restaurant and nearby property owners for failing to maintain the tree, which was allegedly diseased. The family is seeking $1,000,000 in damages.
Texas A&M University School of Law is undergoing significant expansion in Fort Worth, aiming to become a leading center for legal education. The school has improved its national ranking from No. 46 to No. 22 in recent years and has achieved high bar exam pass rates. Its growth aligns with broader economic development efforts in downtown Fort Worth.
Brittany Begley, a meteorologist at KPRC in Houston, was fired after posting on social media about her frustrations with the news industry and her lack of Emmy recognition. She expressed gratitude for her separation and emphasized her desire to advocate for journalists. KPRC has not commented on the specifics of her departure.
Cedar Hollow Ranch in Leakey, Texas, has announced that a giraffe named Gracie is missing. The ranch is looking into the situation to determine how she went missing.
Eight activists were sentenced to lengthy prison terms for their roles in a July 2025 demonstration outside an ICE detention center that turned violent. The sentences, which include a 100-year term for one defendant, have drawn criticism from advocacy groups who argue the individuals were unjustly punished. The case is part of a broader trend of conspiracy charges against protestors in the U.S.
A small plane crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas, on June 17, 2026. Emergency personnel and civilians were involved in efforts to rescue survivors from the crash site.
Light rain was reported in Houston on June 17, 2026, as fans arrived at NRG Stadium for a soccer match featuring Portugal and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The weather did not significantly impact the event.
A 15-year-old boy drowned in a flooded retention pond in Magnolia, Texas, on Tuesday. This incident took place as Tropical Storm Arthur was looming over the Gulf Coast.
A business jet crashed on Loop 20 in Laredo, Texas, on Tuesday night, leading to one fatality and several injuries. The aircraft, a Cessna Citation Latitude, was carrying six people and caught fire after the crash. Authorities are investigating the cause of the incident.
Mark Hill has been elected as the mayor of Frisco, Texas, following a competitive election. His victory was noted in the context of the local political landscape.
A shooting in Midland, Texas, on Friday left one person dead and ten injured. The incident involved an armed standoff with police, resulting in the suspect's death. Midland Memorial Hospital received nine victims, and road closures are in effect as the investigation continues.
Jerome Winston Parker was arrested on June 9 for unlawful carrying of a weapon during the Karmelo Anthony murder trial. Parker had previously gained attention for confrontations with supporters of the victim, Austin Metcalf. Additionally, Sholdon Daniels was arrested for public intoxication during the proceedings and criticized the jail release process on social media.
A shooting in Midland, Texas, on June 12, 2026, has led to one fatality and nine people being hospitalized. Authorities reported that a possible suspect was in a standoff with police during the incident.
An active shooter situation in Midland, Texas, led to one death and ten injuries on Friday. Mayor Lori Blong confirmed that the investigation is ongoing, with law enforcement responding to secure the area and manage the situation.
A shooting in Midland, Texas, on Friday resulted in one death and at least ten injuries. The incident involved a single suspect, and the motivations for the shooting are currently unknown. Law enforcement has secured the area and an investigation is ongoing.
A shooting in Midland, Texas, has led to one fatality and multiple hospitalizations. Police responded to the scene after hearing gunfire and worked to secure the area.
A shooting in Midland, Texas has resulted in one death and multiple injuries. Police responded to the scene after hearing gunfire and worked to secure the area.
A shooting incident in Midland, Texas, has left one person dead and multiple others injured. Midland Mayor Lori Blong confirmed there are a total of 11 victims, with the FBI responding to the scene. Midland Memorial Hospital reported nine victims, with four in surgery and five stable.
A shooting in Midland, Texas, on Friday resulted in one death and multiple injuries. The suspect is deceased after barricading himself in a downtown building. Midland Memorial Hospital reported nine victims, with four in surgery and five stable.
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