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Texas News Today brings you fast, focused daily updates from across the Lone Star State. Hosted by Corey with the Story, this show covers the biggest headlines in Texas—from politics in Austin and business in Dallas to culture in Houston and breaking news across every corner of the state. Each episode delivers clear, concise reporting on the stories shaping Texas, including local government, crime, economy, weather, sports, and community developments—so you can stay informed in just minutes a day. New episodes drop daily with the most important Texas news, powered by AI and produced by The Daily News Now network. 📧 Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai
Episodes
- Memorial Day 2026: Honoring Fallen Heroes
Memorial Day 2026: A Long Weekend to Honor Fallen Heroes Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting…
- Austin Law Firm Sues Denver Airport Over Deadly Runway Incident
Austin law firm plans to sue Denver for a deadly runway incident, alleging security and detection failures that caused a Frontier Airlines jet to strike and kill a fence-jumper during takeoff, injuring 12 passengers and causing mental trau…
- Motorcyclist Killed in North Central Expressway Crash
Motorcyclist Killed in North Central Expressway Crash
- Wienerschnitzel's Free Chili Dogs for Moms
Wienerschnitzel offers free chili dog meals for moms on Mothers Day, along with other eateries providing special deals. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is…
- Southbound I-35 Reopens After Crash in South Austin
Southbound I-35 Reopens After Crash in South Austin
- Montana Vista Residents Grill Pecos West Power Line Developers
Montana Vista residents are challenging developers of the Pecos West transmission line project due to concerns about land buyout offers and a lack of transparency. Developers have stated they will not use eminent domain and will adjust the…
- Austin SWAT Standoff: Updates on Barricaded Subject
This episode provides updates on a SWAT standoff in Austin where a subject is barricaded. The situation is being monitored by law enforcement.
- Revitalizing River Walk: Community Shapes Next Chapter
This episode discusses the revitalization of River Walk, focusing on the community's role in shaping its next chapter.
- Betty Broderick Dies in Prison
Betty Broderick, who was serving two life sentences for the 1989 murders of her ex-husband and his new wife, has died in prison at the age of 78. Her death follows a hospitalization after a fall.
- Justice Dept. Strips Citizenship from 12 for Serious Crimes
The Justice Department is seeking to revoke citizenship from naturalized individuals involved in serious crimes. Since 2017, over 130 denaturalization cases have been filed, focusing on offenses like fraud and sham marriages.
- Burgum's Order Opens Hunting on Federal Lands
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum has issued an order permitting hunting and fishing across 55 sites managed by the National Park Service. This initiative intends to enhance conservation efforts, stimulate job creation, and broaden access to…
- Socorro Teachers Shine at Gala, Ready for Regional Showdown
Cristina Garcia and Javier Esparza, both educators at Socorro Independent School District, have been honored as Teacher of the Year at the district's annual Starry Night gala. They will go on to represent SISD at the upcoming Region ninete…
- Grief & Gospel: Funeral for 8 Shooting Victims
Faith and politics joined together at the funeral for eight young shooting victims in Louisiana. Flags were ordered to be flown at half-staff as the community seeks healing and takes action against violence.
- Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship: Evacuation Underway
A hantavirus outbreak has occurred on the MV Hondius cruise ship, with eight confirmed or suspected cases and three deaths. Evacuation and quarantine measures are being implemented, with international health organizations involved in the r…
- Dallas Wings' High-Scoring Opener: 107-104
Dallas Wings
- Hospital's Onsite Food Pantry Boosts Health Outcomes
Dell Childrens Blood and Cancer Center and the Central Texas Food Bank have launched a pilot food pantry at a pediatric hospital in Austin. This initiative aims to combat food insecurity for families facing serious diagnoses by providing m…
- Leddy's Boot Shop & Parking Garage: A Stockyards Boost
A new four-story parking garage is being built in Fort Worth's Stockyards through a collaboration between Leddy's Boot Shop and Parking Systems of America. This project aims to increase parking availability by 32% and alleviate visitor con…
- Lab Pocket Knife: Modern-Traditional Mix
The Daedalus Knife Companys Lab pocket knife, a collaboration with ESNYX and Justin Lundquist, features a 154CM steel blade and anodized aluminum handles. This EDC-friendly knife combines modern technology with classic design, available in…
- Texas Softball in SEC Championship: Alabama vs. Longhorns
Texas Softball is set to play Alabama in the SEC Championship game. The episode is an automated news summary based on public reporting.
- Man Charged with Triple Murder in Texas
Joshua Dahan, 27, has been charged with capital murder in connection with the deaths of his parents, Armand and Jami Dahan, and his brother, Noah Dahan, in Pflugerville, Texas. The victims were found with gunshot wounds, and Dahan was arre…
- Woman Sues Fiesta Organizers Over 2024 Shootout
Nadia Alvarez is suing the Fiesta San Antonio Commission, Consejo Real de Reyes Feos Anteriores, and the City of San Antonio for over $1 million. The lawsuit, stemming from the 2024 Fiesta de los Reyes shootout, alleges negligence and inad…
- Severe Weather Alert: Mother's Day Storms
Mother's Day weekend in North Texas is expected to bring severe weather, including potential for two-inch hail and hurricane-strength winds, following a hot Saturday. Conditions will cool on Monday before warming again.
- MS-13 Gang Member Arrested in Florida
Federal agents have arrested an MS-13 gang member in Florida. A truck was seized, and removal proceedings have been initiated.
- Fort Worth Cracks Down on Trashed Houses
Fort Worth's Building Standards Commission took action against substandard housing and junk-filled yards on April 27, 2022. Owners of neglected homes and cluttered properties were given 30 to 60 days to make repairs or cleanups, with poten…
- Tarrant County's Small Business Training: Free, In-Person, & Personalized
Tarrant County's Small Business Development Center has resumed in-person training with a free 'Business Basics 101' session. Facilitator Cassandra Bradford led the event, which covered choosing a business structure, obtaining an EIN, and d…
- Lubbock Food Drive: Stamp Out Hunger
This episode discusses the Lubbock Stamp Out Hunger food drive on Saturday, May ninth. Residents can leave non-perishable items by their mailboxes for USPS collection, with donations benefiting the Salvation Army Texas South Plains to addr…
- El Paso Student Wins Congressional Art Competition
A student from Hanks High School in El Paso, Anna Paula Ortiz Zazueta, has won the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for Texas's sixteenth district with her artwork titled "The Land I Grew Up On." The winning piece, selected from 115 subm…
- Toddler's Accidental Acid Spill: A Heartbreaking Tragedy
A tragic incident occurred in Texas where a toddler sustained severe burns from accidental sulfuric acid exposure under the kitchen sink, prompting a hazmat response and hospitalization. The origin of the acid is under investigation, but i…
- Horizon City Unveils New Police HQ: Grand Opening
Horizon City has officially opened its new Police Headquarters. The grand opening marks a significant development for the city's law enforcement.
- Norovirus Outbreak on Caribbean Princess Cruise
A Norovirus outbreak has impacted 115 individuals, including 102 passengers and 13 crew members, aboard the Caribbean Princess cruise ship. The vessel, which departed from Fort Lauderdale, is implementing enhanced cleaning and isolation pr…
- UTSA Students Cool Bus Stops, Revolutionize Airport Grid
UTSA students have developed an innovative solution to cool bus stops, aiming to revolutionize airport grid efficiency. This initiative focuses on improving passenger comfort and potentially optimizing energy usage.
- Utah Supreme Court Justice Resigns Amid Investigation
Utah Supreme Court Justice Diana Hagen resigned after 26 years due to an investigation into an alleged relationship with a lawyer involved in a redistricting lawsuit. She cited the impact on her family and the end of her marriage as reason…
- Frontier Plane Hits Trespasser, Aborts Takeoff
A Frontier Airlines plane aborted its takeoff after colliding with a trespasser on the runway. The incident caused the flight to be grounded.
- Bubbles, Michael Jackson's Chimp, Retires in Florida
Bubbles, Michael Jackson's former chimp, is now retired in Florida at the Center for Great Apes. His care is funded by Jackson's estate, covering annual expenses.
- HISD's New Literacy Program: Aiming for Third-Grade Success
Houston ISD is implementing Kinder Bridge, an extra kindergarten year for reading support, and Future Two, focusing on AI skills, to improve early literacy. While the district aims for all second graders to read on level, some critics rais…
- U.S.-Iran Ceasefire: Peace or War?
The U.S. and Iran are in a tense standoff with military actions and claims of casualties. Former National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent states Iran was not building a nuclear weapon before the conflict.
- Cowboys Offense Poised for Top Spot in 2026
The Dallas Cowboys offense, under offensive mastermind Brian Schottenheimer and led by quarterback Dak Prescott, is expected to be a top-ranked unit in 2026, featuring a talented receiving corps and a strong offensive line.
- Elderly Widow Faces Criminal Charges Over Home Repairs
An 80-year-old widow in Plano, Texas, is facing criminal charges due to city code violations on her home's exterior. Her attorney is fundraising for repairs and fighting the charges, while the city claims assistance programs exist but alle…
- Fatal Crash Clogs N. I-35 in Austin
A fatal traffic accident has blocked northbound lanes of I-35 in Austin, Texas, leading to major traffic congestion.
- Fatal Shooting at Austin Mexican Restaurant
Austin police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred outside a North Austin restaurant. The victim succumbed to injuries sustained in the parking lot, and no suspects are currently in custody. This incident is the 24th homicide r…
- Hantavirus Outbreak on Dutch Cruise Ship: WHO Takes Action
The World Health Organization is monitoring a Hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius, coordinating an evacuation and tracking of passengers and crew. The global risk associated with this outbreak is considered low.
- Boerne Town Center's Summer Food Fiesta
Boerne Town Center is becoming a food destination with the opening of Chicken Salad Chick and other chains like Chipotle. Future development includes a national grocery store and more retail.
- 104-Year-Old Vet Soars in Biplane
Centenarian World War Two Veteran Grover Trytten experienced a joyride in a restored 1943 Boeing-Stearman biplane. The flight was part of a nine-city Texas tour organized by Dream Flights nonprofit to honor veterans.
- Pope Leo's Shift: Social Justice Over Sexual Morality
Pope Leo XIII is emphasizing social justice, equality, and freedom over sexual morality debates. A Vatican synod report addresses LGBTQ+ topics, sparking varied responses, while German bishops' guidelines for same-sex blessings faced Vatic…
- Montana Vista Residents Challenge Power Grid Project
Residents of Montana Vista, El Paso, are challenging Grid Uniteds Pecos West project, a high-voltage transmission line. Key concerns include secrecy, property rights, health risks, and compensation, with a significant meeting scheduled for…
- Russia's Victory Day Parade: No Tanks, High Tensions
The Victory Day parade in Moscow was reduced due to security concerns. U.S. President Trump announced a truce including prisoner exchanges, which Zelenskyy met with sarcasm. Russia threatened missile strikes on Kyiv if disruptions occurred…
- Dallas Council Debates Raising Campaign Donation Limits
Dallas City Council members are considering raising campaign donation limits to $5,000 to offset rising living and canvassing expenses. The proposal faces opposition, with concerns about the influence of large campaign donations in local p…
- Betty Broderick: Divorce Drama Turns Deadly
Betty Broderick, who was convicted of murdering her ex-husband and his new wife in 1989, has died of natural causes in prison at age 78. The case, which followed a contentious divorce, brought national attention and divided opinions on dom…
- Deputy Shot in Bed, Family's Home Rebuild Stalled
A Harris County deputy was shot while sleeping, narrowly missing his daughter and fracturing his spine. The family, already displaced, faces further setbacks as their home rebuild is stalled due to a financial dispute with contractors. A s…
- North Texas Dad's Grief: Black Moms' Pregnancy Crisis
Avi Carey shares his story of loss, detailing the death of his wife Tiffany and their unborn child. He highlights the critical issue of pregnancy-related deaths among Black mothers and encourages vigilance regarding symptoms and warning si…