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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

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

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

U.S. Rep. Keith Self explains his votes and tells us whether he supports a blank check for the Iran War. DALLAS — It was a busy week inside the U.S. House of Representatives, where lawmakers finally passed three critical bills, despite plenty of GOP infighting over what should – and shouldn’t – be included. And … Read more

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

A Travis County district judge extended a pause on a ban that would restrict the sale of consumable hemp products in Texas until July 27. AUSTIN, Texas — A Travis County district judge has allowed the sale of natural smokeable hemp products, including flower buds and rolled joints, in Texas until July 27, according to … Read more