John McCain’s eldest son dies at 66
Douglas Shepp McCain, the eldest son of the late Sen. John McCain, died on May 20 at the age of 66, according to an announcement posted on X by the McCain Institute.
Douglas Shepp McCain, the eldest son of the late Sen. John McCain, died on May 20 at the age of 66, according to an announcement posted on X by the McCain Institute.
Multiple storms moved through the Houston area on Saturday, generating about 56,000 cloud-to-ground lightning strikes between 3 a.m. and 7 p.m., according to CenterPoint Energy, and contributing to widespread power outages across Southeast Texas.
As Memorial Day approaches, volunteers in Houston are once again taking part in a tradition aimed at honoring fallen service members at the Houston National Cemetery.
U.S. Border Patrol agents seized more than $1.2 million worth of suspected cocaine during two separate drug busts last week at South Texas border crossings, federal authorities said.
Fuel prices are expected to keep rising heading into the summer, with analysts warning that drivers could see some of the highest gas costs in years as global tensions and seasonal demand converge.
About 76,000 fewer students enrolled in Texas public schools during the current academic year, marking the first non-pandemic decline in nearly 40 years, according to a report released Monday by Texas 2036, which found that Hispanic students accounted for most of the decrease.
Texans are traveling for Memorial Day weekend across Texas, Mexico, and other destinations despite gasoline prices reaching as high as $4 per gallon in parts of the state, with industry data showing holiday travel levels remain similar to last year and many travelers adjusting trip plans to offset higher fuel costs.
The Texas Board of Nursing has temporarily suspended the license of Camp Mystic’s chief health officer, alleging she failed to prepare and respond appropriately to a catastrophic Hill Country flood that killed campers and counselors last summer.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit on Thursday against messaging platform WhatsApp and its parent company Meta Platforms, alleging violations of Texas data privacy law over claims related to user encryption and data access.
The City of Houston and short-term rental companies are increasing efforts to prevent unauthorized parties and nuisance complaints during Memorial Day weekend as rain forecasts may push more gatherings indoors.