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Unpredictable and Exciting: A Closer Look at the Political Landscape in TexasEvery election cycle, Texas Democrats have high hopes that the state could be a swing state. Last month, Beto O’Rourke even referred to Texas as a "sleeper battleground...

Texas Driver License Offices Extend Hours to Saturdays in SeptemberTexans in need of driver license services will now have more opportunities to schedule appointments, as the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has announced the addition of Saturday appointments...

What is a Supermoon Partial Lunar Eclipse? The evening of Tuesday, September 17th will bring a special treat for skywatchers as the Harvest Moon graces the night sky with a partial lunar eclipse. This event marks the last lunar eclipse...

House Fire Engulfs Home in Eastern Travis CountyA devastating house fire broke out in eastern Travis County on Tuesday morning, engulfing a residence located at the 9700 block of Colfax Drive. The Austin Fire Department quickly responded to the...

Teen Survives Shooting in Pflugerville Amid Phone DisputeA routine confrontation over a broken phone turned violent in Pflugerville, Texas, on July 30, leaving a 15-year-old boy, Avaun Bennett, fighting for his life. Jenna Clark, the mother of the injured...

Massive Fentanyl Pill Drug Bust Unveils Overdose Investigation and Seizure of 1,000+ PillsIn a recent development in Williamson County, Texas, an investigation stemming from a Round Rock overdose has led to a significant drug bust in Austin. The Williamson...

Changes to Admissions Policy at University of Texas at AustinThe University of Texas at Austin has announced a significant change to its admissions policy, affecting top Texas high school students seeking admission to the prestigious institution. Starting in Fall...

The Strongest Earthquake in Texas HistoryOn Monday evening, residents of West Texas were shaken by a rare magnitude 5.1 earthquake with its epicenter near Ackerly, Texas, approximately 20 miles north of Midland. This seismic event is considered one of...

Can Texas Turn Blue? Analyzing the Trustworthiness of PollsTexas is a state known for its deep red political leanings, but could that be changing? Recent polls have suggested that Texas could potentially turn blue in upcoming elections, sparking both...

The FBI is currently investigating what appears to be an attempted assassination targeting former President Donald Trump at his golf club in West Palm Beach, Florida. The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon and left many shocked and concerned about...