‘I can’t save her’ | Odessa family turns heartbreak into mission after toddler’s apparent drowning

After losing their 2-year-old in a pond accident, an Odessa family is urging parents toward water safety. GARDENDALE, Texas — In the quiet moments of the morning, Chelsie Willard still listens for the “heavy-footed” waddle of her 2-year-old daughter, McKenna, running across the floor. But the home is silent now. A void left behind after … Read more

‘Defying the impossible’ | US Air Force Thunderbirds ready to soar over San Antonio

Major Laney Schol returns home as the lead solo pilot of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, inspiring crowds with daring maneuvers at the Great Texas Airshow. UNIVERSAL CITY, Texas — The roar of fighter jets will shake the skies over Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph this weekend—but for one pilot, the moment hits a little closer … Read more

Dallas council member asks for random gunfire to be classified as a higher priority crime

Maxie Johnson says the problem of random gunfire is growing and is calling for action. DALLAS — Dallas Police Department data shows that reports of all major crimes fell more than 5.5% compared to the previous year in District 4. Yet Council Member Maxie Johnson says many residents in that district still don’t feel safe. … Read more

Weeks before runoff, Cornyn launches attack on Paxton over Muslim development in North Texas

Cornyn’s campaign said Paxton has the “legal authority to put a stop to EPIC City.” Paxton has sued twice to try and stop the development. DALLAS — The legal fight over The Meadow — a proposed Muslim-centered development in Collin County — is now spilling into Texas’ high-stakes Republican runoff for U.S. Senate, just weeks … Read more