‘Everything is just flying’ | Galveston waterspout collapses tents, tosses beach umbrellas and chairs around

At the time of the waterspout, meteorologist Chris Ramirez reported that there were winds at an estimated 60 mph in the area. GALVESTON, Texas — A day at the beach Saturday turned a little scary, thanks to a waterspout moving in. According to Galveston Beach Patrol, the waterspout traveled across the beach near Seawall and … Read more

Lee Corso makes his final headgear pick for ‘College GameDay’

Corso made his final appearance as part of ESPN’s “College GameDay” crew before No. 3 and reigning national champion Ohio State took on top-ranked Texas. WASHINGTON — Lee Corso has made his final headgear pick as host on ESPN’s “College GameDay.” On Saturday, the longtime host put on Brutus Buckeye for the 46th time in his … Read more

New Texas law requires parental consent for school counseling

A new Texas state law mandates that schools receive parental permission before providing counseling services. ODESSA, Texas — It’s dubbed the Parental Bill of Rights. Last June, Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 12, which says classrooms should remain focused on education, not indoctrination. Midland parent Cashus Walton believes the message is a no-brainer. “You’re … Read more

FULL TRANSCRIPT: Here’s everything Jerry Jones said during his press conference about the Micah Parsons trade

DALLAS — Micah Parsons is no longer a Dallas Cowboy. After a contract stalemate throughout the offseason and training camp, Cowboys Owner, President and General Manager Jerry Jones dealt the star defensive player to the Green Bay Packers for two first-round picks and Pro Bowler Kenny Clark. Hours after the trade news broke, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones … Read more

‘She Didn’t Come Home’ | Grieving parents urge the legislature to approve camp safety reform after daughter’s death in flooded Camp Mystic cabin

“We want camps to continue, but we want children to come home from camp next year. We don’t want another disaster that people aren’t prepared for,” said Cole Naylor. DALLAS — Their snapshots don’t show it, but drop-off was difficult at Camp Mystic this summer. “Wynne was ready for camp. I was not ready to … Read more