Report: Pregnant Texas mother died after doctors denied abortion care

ProPublica reports that Tierra Walker, 37, started having unexplained seizures weeks into her pregnancy. AUSTIN, Texas — According to a report from ProPublica, a Texas mother died after doctors denied her abortion care. The nonprofit reports that back in 2024, 37-year-old Tierra Walker started having unexplained seizures weeks into her pregnancy. Because of her history … Read more

No, Bill Gates didn’t create the tick-borne red meat allergy, despite what online conspiracy theorists claim

Red meat allergy cases are spiking in numerous states, causing conspiracy theories about the syndrome to rise. Here’s why the claims are bunk. MISSOURI, USA — A years-old conspiracy theory about a tick-borne red meat allergy has spread online almost as quickly as cases have risen in numerous states. The Alpha-gal syndrome, spread by the … Read more

Bad news for senior citizens | The cost of Medicare is going up in 2026

The 69 million Americans who rely on Medicare will see their Social Security checks shrink next year thanks to increases in premiums and deductibles. HOUSTON — Senior citizens and people with disabilities who rely on Medicare for health coverage will pay more in 2026. Medicare Part B premiums will jump nearly 10% next year, the … Read more

Finding strength in a henna crown: A North Texan’s fight against cancer

Facing invasive ductal carcinoma, a Texas woman defies breast cancer’s toll by embracing personal strength & reclaiming identity through a powerful henna crown. TARRANT COUNTY, Texas — Every time Katheryn Stephenson takes a seat, she takes back a piece of her strength.  “I’m scared excited if that makes sense,” she said — a feeling born … Read more

‘How could you do that’: Elderly man with dementia attacked by hospital worker, family demands answers

Anthony Diaz is being charged for attacking Julian Cohen at a Florida hospital. Cohen’s family says they were informed late about the incident & demand answers. CLAY COUNTY, Fla. — A 73-year-old man with dementia is recovering tonight after investigators say he was violently attacked by a hospital employee inside HCA Orange Park Hospital. His … Read more

Lawsuit temporarily blocks new $3B Texas dementia research fund

Currently, under Texas law, constitutional amendments cannot take effect if the election results face legal challenges. AUSTIN, Texas — Texas’ new $3 billion dementia research fund is now temporarily blocked and on hold after three voters filed a lawsuit, claiming the voting machines used in the election last month were faulty. The lawsuit was filed … Read more