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Taylor Swift's new song has put a familiar phrase back in the spotlight, but the meaning behind “patient zero” is more specific than you might think.

After years of keeping her heart close following Bryan Randall’s death, the Hollywood icon is ready to see what’s out there — with some famous friends eager to help.

Some Texas high schools have thousands of students, creating enrollment numbers that can seem almost unbelievable to East Texans accustomed to smaller campuses.

Texas game studios gave the world DOOM, Borderlands, and Metroid Prime. That's three games that basically rewrote the rules for entire genres.

The supermodel reportedly delivered a three-word verdict that marked the end of her 13-year marriage to the NFL champ, according to a new book.

Data centers across Texas are stonewalling state officials about how much water they're actually using. The numbers matter more than you'd think.

Fall may be an excellent time to plant a new tree in East Texas, even after a hot, dry summer. Here's why and what you need to know about watering.

Governor Greg Abbott has officially declared September 25 as Dolly Parton Day in Texas, honoring the iconic singer’s incredible legacy of philanthropy, early literacy, and support for families in need.

Since 1954, the Children's Home has walked alongside over 7,500 local kids. This October 3rd festival is a chance to meet them and support their mission.

Just a heads up to any fans attending the game in Knoxville on Saturday. Looks like the section colors have switched up for the big game.

Boll & Branch luxury bedding is heading to Central Texas! Discover organic cotton sheets, high-end linens, and pure comfort coming soon to your local area.

Recent heavy rainfall in Lubbock makes driving tricky. The Car Pro Jerry Reynolds outlines vital steps to keep you safe on slick roads, from light usage to pulling over.

Nobody's excited about jury duty, but the author's list of things worse than it might surprise you.

After nearly 90 years, Farolitos Mexican Food closes its doors in Abilene, taking with it generations of family recipes and irreplaceable memories.

Find Amarillo Halloween events, trunk or treats, fall festivals and family carnivals happening all October long across the Texas Panhandle.

Scammers are getting clever with this latest scam that popped up in Houston.

Nonprofits depend on the South Plains Fair as their biggest fundraising opportunity. About 80 percent of fair spending stays local and supports these organizations.

After backlash over his officiating article, one Panhandle parent clarifies his point and shares more examples from recent games.

The Swenson House is throwing a Halloween bash to save its crumbling arbor, and you're invited to help out while having a blast.

Tejas Fest is not only about fantastic entertainment, but also about family fun events throughout the weekend.

Fall is officially here in the 915! Check out the El Paso events, festivals and Halloween celebrations happening from September through the start of 2027.

CableTV.com is paying people to watch scary movies and share their takes. They're looking for three horror fans who can spot the bravest characters.

East Texas residents shared their favorite low-key restaurants around Tyler, giving diners plenty of new places to try beyond the area's biggest and busiest spots.

Diesel hit a record high in Texas last week, and gas prices are still climbing too. Here's this week's full price breakdown by city.

El Paso's favorite church festivals are back! See the full 2026 kermés schedule and start planning your family's next weekend outing.

High school in Texas can be tough. I remember putting a lot of pressure on myself in high school to try to figure out what I wanted to do after graduation. But the one thing that always made me try hard in school wasn't because of my future, it was because if my grades weren't to a certain standard than I wasn't allowed to put on the pads and play football...

We all know that life is different here in East Texas. And most of us enjoy it that way. We don't want to be like Dallas, Houston, and definitely not like Austin. While each of those locations can be fun to visit, life in East Texas is a little slower and to me that is more enjoyable...