Texas Senate Primary candidates Ken Paxton, John Cornyn attend Trump's State of the Union address

Texas Representative Troy Nehls has invited State Attorney General Ken Paxton to President Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address, a move that brings the contentious Texas Republican Senate primary between Paxton and incumbent John Cornyn to the national stage.

Texas sues Aid Access over mailing abortion pills to residents

Texas has filed a lawsuit against the international organization Aid Access, alleging the group is violating state law by mailing abortion-inducing pills to Texas residents.

Idaho woman accused of attempting to set fire to DHS building with stolen ambulance

An Idaho woman was arrested Monday after investigators said she stole an ambulance and drove it into a building housing Department of Homeland Security offices in an alleged attempt to set it on fire.

1 dead in Houston drive-by shooting on Grant Road

One person is dead after a drive-by shooting in northwest Houston on Tuesday afternoon.

Train in Texas Panhandle searched by SWAT team after report of armed person on board

A train traveling through the Texas Panhandle on Tuesday was stopped and searched by a SWAT team after a report that an armed person was on board, according to authorities.

Texas Secretary of State voting update: March 3 Primary Election Guide

Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson is urging voters to use official resources and prepare for the upcoming March 3 Primary Election as early voting totals surpass one million.

Ford recalls more than 410,000 vehicles; see affected models

More than 410,000 Ford SUVs are being recalled over a rear suspension defect that could raise the risk of a crash.

Houston trail rides maps: 12 groups riding to city ahead of rodeo parade

Trail riders are on their way to Houston, ushering in the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo season! See maps for each trail ride to find out where they are on their journeys.

I-45 reopens in Downtown Houston after lost load cleared

The I-45 Gulf Freeway has reopened in Downtown Houston after a lost load snarled traffic Tuesday morning.

Trump in Texas: President expected to visit Lone Star State on Friday

President Donald Trump is expected to visit the Lone Star State on the final day of early voting and just days before the primary.

Fort Bend ISD parents press trustees on school closure savings as board nears vote

Fort Bend ISD trustees are nearing a final decision on proposed elementary school closures. During a recent meeting, 78 people signed up for public comment as parents challenged the district’s financial justification, including projected savings of $5 to $7 million — less than one percent of the district’s overall budget. The board is scheduled to consider final recommendations on March 9, 2026.

2026 State of the Union: Timing, how to watch & more

President Donald Trump will deliver the 2026 State of the Union on Tuesday night and FOX 5 DC will have live coverage of the event.