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🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Trump's 'Flying Object' Strikes: White House Calls the Pentagon After Drone Incident on the Border with Mexico

The White House held a meeting to address the recent uncoordinated military laser system usage near the Texas-Mexico border.

Feb 28 • 03:32 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Trump suggests Ted Cruz for Supreme Court, jokes he’d get ‘100%’ bipartisan vote to ‘get him out of there’

President Trump proposed Sen. Ted Cruz for a Supreme Court nomination, humorously suggesting that Congress would support him unanimously to remove him from the Senate.

Feb 28 • 02:33 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Trump introduces Cornyn, Paxton but stays mum on endorsement in heated GOP primary

During a rally in Texas, President Trump refrained from endorsing any candidates in the contentious Senate primary, leaving the race among incumbents and challengers uncertain as Election Day nears.

Feb 28 • 00:17 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Drone that shot down the Pentagon with a military laser on the border with Mexico was from US migration

The Pentagon mistakenly shot down a drone operated by US Customs and Border Protection at the Texas-Mexico border using a high-energy laser, highlighting communication failures among US agencies.

Feb 27 • 19:24 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

5th Circuit clears Texas to enforce drag show law in front of minors, Paxton claims 'major win'

A Texas law regulating drag shows in the presence of minors has been upheld by the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals, allowing its enforcement after a previous lower court injunction was lifted.

Feb 27 • 15:46 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

2026 Elections: The Texas Democrat as Young as Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Running for Senate

James Talarico, a 36-year-old Texas Democrat, is running for the Senate in the 2026 elections, proposing reforms including strengthening democracy and improving public education.

Feb 27 • 15:35 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Jasmine Crockett under fire after reportedly having armed guards remove 'White girl' reporter from rally

Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas faced backlash after allegedly having armed guards remove a reporter from her campaign rally.

Feb 27 • 15:34 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Democrats outraged at US military’s downing of CBP drone near Mexico border

Democratic lawmakers expressed anger over the US military mistakenly shooting down a Customs and Border Protection drone at the Texas-Mexico border, highlighting administrative incompetence under the Trump administration.

Feb 27 • 14:37 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Two trips may indicate that Donald Trump is nervous. - I don't think so. I know, says this ex-general.

The article discusses how Donald Trump's recent campaign travels may signal his nervousness about the upcoming elections, according to a former general.

Feb 27 • 11:49 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

A homemade nuclear fusion device?: This is the project a 12-year-old Texan made

A 12-year-old boy named Aiden McMillan from Dallas, Texas, successfully created a nuclear fusion device at home, demonstrating significant achievement in his passion for science.

Feb 27 • 11:45 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Corporate America is on the move, and these red states are cashing in

Texas is benefiting the most from a trend of corporate relocations in the U.S., with companies moving their headquarters to states with favorable tax and business climates.

Feb 27 • 10:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

"Poor Coordination".. US Military Shoots Down Drone Belonging to Customs and Border Protection Using Laser

US military used a laser to shoot down a drone belonging to the Customs and Border Protection agency in Texas due to perceived threats to military airspace.

Feb 27 • 08:26 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

FAA restricts Texas airspace after Pentagon reportedly strikes down Customs and Border Protection drone

The FAA has restricted Texas airspace following the reported shooting down of a CBP drone by a Pentagon-operated laser system.

Feb 27 • 07:05 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
World

The United States takes 'another small step' to the Moon: Returns to the satellite 51 years later with Odysseus

A landing module from Texas-based startup Intuitive Machines Inc. successfully landed on the Moon, making it the first private spacecraft to do so intact in 51 years.

Feb 27 • 02:53 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Jasmine Crockett campaign reportedly kicked Atlantic writer out of rally for being a 'top-notch hater'

Elaine Godfrey, a writer for The Atlantic, claims she was removed from a rally for Rep. Jasmine Crockett for allegedly being a 'top-notch hater' after attending for an hour.

Feb 27 • 02:20 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Texas airspace closed after military reportedly downs US drone on accident

Texas airspace around Fort Hancock has been closed by the FAA following an incident where a military laser-based anti-drone system reportedly shot down a US government drone by accident.

Feb 27 • 01:49 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Since March 1: Greg Abbott's announcement about a new state park in Texas

Governor Greg Abbott announced the upcoming opening of a new state park in Texas, the first in the northern part of the state in 24 years, aimed at enhancing recreational access and preserving the region's iconic landscapes.

Feb 27 • 01:15 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Good news in Texas: millionaire disbursement from Greg Abbott opens 1500 job vacancies an hour from Dallas

Texas Governor Greg Abbott's investment of $66 million for MP Materials Corp. aims to create 1500 new jobs by establishing a new manufacturing campus for neodymium-iron-boron magnets.

Feb 27 • 00:43 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Cardi B endorses Jasmine Crockett for Texas Senate, declaring 'vote for my sister'

Cardi B publicly endorsed Rep. Jasmine Crockett for the Texas Senate, urging her followers to vote for Crockett as a representative who will fight for community rights.

Feb 27 • 00:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Sports

Cincinnati sues former quarterback Brendan Sorsby over $1M NIL buyout after Texas Tech transfer

The University of Cincinnati has filed a lawsuit against former quarterback Brendan Sorsby for allegedly breaching his NIL contract following his transfer to Texas Tech.

Feb 26 • 18:02 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news in Texas for Trump: the SAVE Act law requiring proof of citizenship to vote has come into effect

Texas has implemented a citizenship verification mechanism that President Trump aims to extend nationwide through the SAVE Act, which requires proof of citizenship to register and vote in federal elections.

Feb 26 • 15:21 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The Seminarian Who Is Challenging Texas Theocracy

Democratic State Representative James Talarico is leading a significant opposition against the imposition of the Ten Commandments in Texas public schools, positioning himself as a pivotal figure against American religious right movements.

Feb 26 • 10:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Victory for Migrants in Texas: Court Protects Free Assistance Program Against State Pressure

A Texas appeals court has upheld a legal assistance program for migrants, rejecting the state's attempt to shut it down due to a lack of evidence of harm to local residents.

Feb 26 • 05:02 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Does Hinojosa advance against Abbott? New polls in Texas and who would win the governorship in 2026

Recent polls indicate that both candidates, Greg Abbott and Gina Hinojosa, are strong contenders for gubernatorial races in Texas, with Abbott having a slight edge.

Feb 26 • 00:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Crime & Justice

Grand jury rejects indictment over federal officer’s shooting of US citizen

A grand jury declined to indict a federal immigration agent involved in the fatal shooting of Ruben Ray Martinez during a traffic stop in Texas.

Feb 25 • 23:38 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Ken Paxton believes he'll crush 'Fake John Cornyn' even without a Trump endorsement

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is confident he can win the Republican Senate primary without Donald Trump's endorsement despite facing several challengers.

Feb 25 • 20:57 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Viral video shows Whataburger staff fending off attacker with trash can, fry basket

A Whataburger employee in Texas defended against an attacker using a fry basket and a trash can, as captured in a viral video.

Feb 25 • 18:31 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

It is already used in Texas: the SAVE Act law that requires citizenship to vote and that Trump wants to apply across the U.S.

The SAVE Act proposed by Trump mandates proof of U.S. citizenship for federal election registration, similar to a law currently in Texas.

Feb 25 • 15:56 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Did he set a new record? The fishing community is buzzing

Andrew Scott, a resident of Texas, experienced an unforgettable fishing trip with his son where he caught numerous large bass, including what may be a record-breaking catch.

Feb 25 • 12:05 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Jasmine Crockett trashes Trump, boycotts his speech: 'The current state of our union is grim'

Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett announced she would boycott President Trump’s State of the Union speech, criticizing him as a 'wannabe king' and calling the state of the nation 'grim'.

Feb 25 • 10:58 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Latin origin of Gina Hinojosa: the candidate who seems to be rising in the polls for the Texas governorship 2026

Gina Hinojosa is emerging as a leading Democratic candidate for the Texas governorship in 2026, focusing on her Latino roots as she prepares to challenge incumbent Greg Abbott.

Feb 25 • 10:15 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Congressman Removed from Trump's Speech for Holding Sign Against Racist Video

Texas Congressman Al Green was removed from Trump's State of the Union speech for holding a sign protesting a racist video shared by the former president.

Feb 25 • 06:41 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Protected by the law: the true rights of migrants if ICE wants to enter a house in Texas

A recent ICE operation in Texas led to a federal lawsuit after agents entered a home without a warrant, highlighting the constitutional rights of migrants in such situations.

Feb 25 • 05:50 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Trump recounts daring Texas flood rescue, reunites camper with Coast Guard swimmer at SOTU

During his State of the Union address, President Trump shared the story of a heroic flood rescue in Texas and facilitated a reunion between an 11-year-old girl and the Coast Guard swimmer who saved her.

Feb 25 • 05:47 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Who is Al Green, the former justice of the peace expelled for the second time from the Chamber

Al Green, a former justice of the peace and Texas congressman, has been expelled from the House for the second consecutive year during the State of the Union address.

Feb 25 • 04:04 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Democrat thrown out before Trump's speech

Texas Democrat Al Green was removed from the House just before Trump's speech after he displayed a sign referencing a controversial video of Barack Obama.

Feb 25 • 02:41 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Kicked out of Congress with 'Black people are not apes' poster

Democrat Al Green from Texas was expelled from Congress after holding up a poster stating 'Black people are not apes' in protest against President Donald Trump.

Feb 25 • 02:29 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The DMV rule in Texas that limits car registration to migrants without a green card

Texas has implemented a new DMV rule requiring proof of legal residency for car registration, effectively limiting access for undocumented migrants.

Feb 24 • 22:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Girl, 3, crushed to death by horse in front of mum in horror freak accident

A three-year-old girl, Oaklynn Rae, tragically died after a horse fell on her during a freak accident in Texas, witnessed by her mother, Kelsie Domer.

Feb 24 • 22:46 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Rebel GOP Senate candidate enters lion's den for Trump's State of the Union

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, a GOP Senate candidate, plans to confront establishment opponents during President Trump's State of the Union address.

Feb 24 • 20:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for Texas: the new SB 8 law signed by Greg Abbott not to collaborate with ICE

The new SB 8 law in Texas, signed by Gov. Greg Abbott, is being misinterpreted as a complete withdrawal from collaboration with ICE despite provisions for agreements that could enhance cooperation.

Feb 24 • 20:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Trump-nominated judge blocks Abbott’s DEI ban in 3 districts

A U.S. district judge has issued a preliminary injunction preventing the enforcement of key provisions of a Texas law banning diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in three school districts.

Feb 24 • 19:37 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Postal Service can't be sued for intentionally not delivering mail, Supreme Court rules in 5-4 split

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled by a 5-4 margin that the U.S. Postal Service cannot be sued for intentionally failing to deliver mail, citing the doctrine of sovereign immunity.

Feb 24 • 17:28 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Could Greg Abbott lose the primary elections in Texas and be out of the race? This is what the polls say today

Recent polls indicate Greg Abbott is a strong candidate to win the Texas Republican primaries, with little indication he might lose.

Feb 24 • 14:33 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Trump speeds up expropriations on the border with Mexico to build his wall: homeowners receive a five-day ultimatum

Donald Trump is fast-tracking property expropriations in Laredo, Texas, as part of his border wall plan, giving homeowners just five days to decide their future.

Feb 24 • 13:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Witness to immigration agent’s killing of friend last year dies in Texas car crash

A key witness to the 2025 shooting of Ruben Ray Martinez by a federal immigration agent tragically died in a car crash in Texas.

Feb 24 • 13:13 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Camp Mystic families sue Texas officials over evacuation plan enforcement

Families of Camp Mystic girls who died in a flash flood have sued Texas health officials for failing to enforce safety regulations.

Feb 24 • 13:12 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The scandal of the world's smallest skyscraper

The Newby-McMahon Building in Wichita Falls, Texas, is dubbed the world's smallest skyscraper at only 12 meters tall, overshadowed by regular buildings yet has a fascinating historical background related to a 20th-century oil boom.

Feb 24 • 11:09 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Abbott surges Texas troopers to border after cartel kingpin’s killing sparks violence in Mexico

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has ordered a surge of state troopers to the border due to rising cartel violence following the killing of a major drug lord.

Feb 24 • 01:28 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Firebug busted with homemade Molotov cocktails after 36-hour blaze-setting streak: police

A Texas woman was arrested for testing homemade Molotov cocktails after a series of fires were reported in Commerce, Texas.

Feb 23 • 22:29 UTC

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