Texans need to testify against bills aimed at dismantling “diversity, equity and inclusion” policies in colleges and universities, members of the Legislative Black Caucus urged. In a press conference Tuesday, the lawmakers joined four advocacy groups, including Texas’ NAACP chapter, asking people to attend Thursday’s hearing on higher education bills, including one that would prevent public colleges from having DEI …

Early morning thunderstorms are quickly pushing to the east of DFW. There’s a window of opportunity for these storms to be severe with gusty winds and hail (mainly to the east). The chance of rain should be over in DFW by sunrise. Meanwhile, a cold front is pushing cooler air into the area. As the storm clouds clear by mid-morning, …

WASHINGTON — So far, Donald Trump is following a well-honed template for politicians facing criminal charges. Dismiss the allegations as baseless. Accuse the accusers of pushing an agenda. Texas history is replete with candidates facing legal and career peril. Some escaped conviction only to see their electoral prospects hobbled anyway. Those who bounced back usually managed not only to win …

Dallas County Commissioners narrowly voted to oust their longest-serving member from his juvenile justice board seat following weeks of division between two of the most powerful county officials. Commissioners voted 3-2 on Tuesday to remove Commissioner John Wiley Price from the Dallas County Juvenile Board. He’d held the seat since 2003 and served as the vice chair for 12 years. …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Memorial Hermann Hospital is asking for the public’s help in finding the family of a man who was admitted on March 31. The hospital shared the man appears to be a white man between his late 40s to early 50s. He’s about 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighs about 150 pounds. According to the hospital, the …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — History tends to repeat itself. Well, that was the case for the UConn Huskies after their season came to an end in Houston. The Huskies (31-8) are now the 2023 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament national champions after knocking off the San Diego State Aztecs on Monday night at NRG Stadium. In 2011, UConn was crowned champions of …

WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, Texas (KTRK) — An investigation is underway after a person was followed home from the bank on Tuesday, according to police. At about 2:35 p.m., an officer noticed a vehicle with its door open parked in the 2800 block of Plumb Street. The officer decided to investigate and began speaking with the passenger, when a suspect suddenly appeared …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — After a three-year hiatus, Houston’s Cinco de Mayo Parade is back – and you’re invited. Tuesday, LULAC District 8 said the parade is set to return Downtown on Sat., May 6, after being cancelled previously due to the pandemic. The parade will step off at 10 a.m., starting at Texas at Hamilton, near Minute Maid Park. Organizers said Houston …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A man in his 30s was almost home from a gas station trip for cash when someone pulled a gun and demanded his wallet on Tuesday afternoon, the Houston Police Department said. The victim was then shot in the leg in the 3900 block of Dabney Street, just about two homes away from where his grandfather was …

than 40 students from across Texas competed to win prizes not by sport but by a spark. “We need these people,” Northern Tool + Equipment Store Manager Myra Galland explained. “We need welders. So, we’re excited to be able to determine if these students can help decide if they can have a career outside of high school.” The Texas High …