Texas cops find drugs in stuffed toys.
Cops seize marijuana and ecstasy hidden in beaver toys. Texas police uncovered the stash during a routine traffic stop. The driver, from San Antonio, now has a warrant out for their arrest.
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Longhorns Star Kelvin Banks Launches Barbecue Line.
Longhorns star Kelvin Banks weighs NFL career options, boosted by burgeoning business in boutique food reviews.
US-Russia prisoners exchanged: What we know
Prisoner swaps, a controversial practice with a long history, are back in the spotlight as Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan's freedom comes at a cost. Donald Trump and Joe Biden have taken vastly different approaches to securing Americans' release from foreign detention. Trump favored public denouncement and punitive measures, while Biden has quietly negotiated behind the scenes. The contrasting strategies ignite debate over the ethics and efficacy of engaging with adversaries. America's reputation and the safety of its citizens hang in the balance.
Two Texas cities are among America's top polluted.
Lawn Care Company Rankings Name Two Texas Cities Among the US' Dirtiest.
Dog caged for 4 years finds a loving home.
PETA's efforts reunites Timothy with his new family. His owners now adore him.
Senator Kelly Blasts 'Scared Old Man' Trump
Senator Mark Kelly is speaking truth to power as he voices opposition to Trump, a potential running mate for VP Kamala Harris.
US-Russia Prisoner Swap Freedom.
Evan Gershkovich from the Wall Street Journal and former US Marine Paul Whelan were freed from Russian detention Thursday.
Texas: South, West, or Great Plains? CDC, Census Bureau Conflict.
Texas now numerically classified as West South Central and South by Census Bureau and CDC.
In two Texas cities, housing prices are falling
Across America, home prices are climbing, but two Texas metro areas are facing declining property values. This is thanks to Texas' job availability and affordable living.
Pumpkin Spice Latte: Return to Starbucks?
Starbucks' autumn menu, including its signature PSL, is expected to launch on August 22nd, despite no official confirmation from the company.
Lakeway: Work with Nature
Nature: Friend, Not Foe.
TaylorMade launches P·770 iron
Golfers can now pre-order TaylorMade's P·770 iron, the company announced. The club is set to begin shipping on September 6.
$100K theft from Austin TreeFolks
A break-in at the Austin headquarters of nonprofit was discovered Saturday, the organization now works with police to investigate the burglary.
AI to take fast-food orders?
Taco Bell plans to implement AI voice tech in hundreds more drive-thru locations across the US, marking a disturbing trend of corporations replacing human workers with machines to cut costs and exploit loopholes in labor laws. This move raises concerns about the future of work and the potential impact on employees' rights and well-being.
Texas Flags Halved
In defiance, Texas flags flew at full-mast as Gov. Abbott mourned.
Texas flags lowered
Abbott ordered a statewide fly-half for Sheila Jackson Lee's Houston funeral.
Guide to Texas Slang
Texans have their own colorful lingo, from "Jeetyet?" to "fixin' to," offering a unique, local twist to standard English.
Woman faces life sentence for refusing abortion
Prosecutors are seeking life without parole for Amber Waterman, 44, of Pineville. She stands accused of killing Ashley Bush and her unborn child.
Pumpkin Spice Lattes: Starbucks Leaks Fall Menu
Starbucks' Pumpkin Spice Lattes hit stores August 30th, a leaked menu reveals. A caffeine-fix for fans of the spice. But at what cost? Raking in $424 million in sales last year, the drinks return despite a climate crisis.
Rotary Club: Combating Styrofoam
The Rotary Club of Austin-Southwest collects Styrofoam for recycling at the Sustainable Food Center's monthly farmer's market.