'Last year a dog won' | Kid-led 'straightest stick' contest brings smiles to Minnesota village
Siblings Setona and Soren Mahoney hosted their second annual straightest stick competition in Marine on St. Croix, Minnesota.
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Brewers-Rays will produce a first-time champion, and maybe the first all-indoor World Series
The Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays will face off in the first World Series between title-less teams since the Phillies defeated the Kansas City Royals in 1980.
Did anyone win Powerball's $607M jackpot? Here are the winning numbers for Oct. 19
A $607 million jackpot was up for grabs in Monday's Powerball drawing. Here are the winning numbers.
Pro-Cruz PAC launches seven-figure Spanish-language ad buy attacking Talarico
"We pray 'Our Father,'" the ad's narrator says in Spanish. "Talarico says God is non-binary."
Japan launches spacecraft to mysterious moons of Mars in a bold mission to bring home soil samples
Five of the world's space agencies have joined forces for the five-year mission that will attempt to land a robotic prospector plus a rover on Mars' moon Phobos.
Austin march urges voters to cast ballots early during midterm election
On the first day of early voting, the Travis County Clerk Office's said 40,777 out of 952,713 registered voters had cast their ballots.
Too young to vote, but making her mark | Williamson County teen designs winning 'I Voted' sticker
Rouse High School senior Brinda Morisetty designed the sticker being handed out to Williamson County voters during the November election.
Man who took Peachy the flamingo from Las Vegas hotel exhibit found guilty of animal cruelty
A jury convicted a Canadian tourist of animal cruelty charges for snatching a flamingo named Peachy at a Las Vegas hotel.
Video shows Arizona mother fighting off home intruder; suspect claims role-play setup
An Arizona woman claimed the man assaulted her and her 1-year-old daughter after entering her home uninvited.
Lay's introduces seasonal Thanksgiving-inspired chips ahead of the holidays
Lay's will soon release five seasonal flavors just in time for Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Trump: New Mexico should 'immediately' change its name to New America
President Donald Trump suggested again on Monday that New Mexico should change its name to New America.
Leander council votes to request records from water district over lowered lake
Council also wants the lake raised back to its original level after a 4-foot drop.
Early voting begins in Texas as voters line up at busy Austin polling places
Some Travis County voters said the U.S. Senate race motivated them to vote on the first day of early voting, while faith leaders encouraged Texans to do so.
Gelato sold at Lidl stores recalled over listeria
Lidl US is recalling one batch of Gelatelli Coffee & Vanilla Gelato with Coffee Sauce & Cookie Pieces because it may be contaminated with listeria.
Georgetown ISD voters deciding on tax rate increase to fund teacher raises
Proposition A, a voter-approval tax rate election (VATRE), would generate an estimated $8.4 million annually for the district if approved.
Abbott, Hinojosa cast ballots as Elon Musk takes center stage in Texas governor’s race on first day of early voting
On Monday, Hinojosa's campaign said they are suing Gov. Abbott over access to communications between his office and Elon Musk.
San Antonio mastectomy boutique helps breast cancer patients and survivors
Lady Like Mastectomy Boutique in San Antonio helps breast cancer survivors regain confidence with personalized fittings, marking its 20th anniversary this year.
Sid Miller stops short of endorsing Democrat Clayton Tucker for ag commissioner over Nate Sheets
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller escalated his beef with Republican candidate Nate Sheets, posting an essay discouraging people from voting for him.
Trump set to return to Waco ahead of midterm election
President Donald Trump will visit Waco on Oct. 27 to support local Republican candidates' campaigns, local GOP officials said.
The truth about regenerative labels | Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports warns that "regenerative" labels on food may not guarantee eco-friendly practices.
CNN anchor Christiane Amanpour leaving network after a storied career of 43 years
Christiane Amanpour will be leaving CNN after 43 years. The network's longtime anchor plans to scale back her daily show, “Amanpour,” on CNN International to once...
Houthi rebels strike Yemen's government forces, killing at least 53
Iran-backed Houthi rebels struck Yemeni government forces with ballistic missiles at a military camp, killing at least 53 soldiers. The attack on Monday was one...
Buy Now, Pay Later debt is on the rise | Consumer Reports
Buy Now, Pay Later plans are growing in popularity for budget-minded consumers, but Consumer Reports warns of potential financial strain.
Austin city leaders consider tobacco sales restrictions near schools, daycares
The proposal would ban the sale of all tobacco and e-cigarette products within 1,000 feet of campuses – not just vapes.
Ritz Crackers releasing gluten-free version of classic cracker, but only at 2 retailers
Ritz is releasing its first-ever gluten-free cracker, following in the steps of other popular cracker brands like Cheez-It and Goldfish.
What to buy in October | Consumer Reports
Retailers kick off the holiday sales season in October with early deals. Consumer Reports advises shoppers to research prices.
Consumer Reports Investigation: Unsafe cantilever baby bassinets
A Consumer Reports investigation reveals potential safety risks of cantilever-style bassinets. One model linked to infant deaths remains on sale.
When do polls close on Election Day? A guide to voting times in all 50 states
A complete guide to poll closing times for every state during the upcoming midterm elections.
Greg Abbott raked in $9 million from data center-related donors as he called for regulations
About $4.9 million of the haul came from donors who develop, own or operate data centers, a Tribune analysis found.
Why isn't Election Day a federal holiday?
Election Day falls on the Tuesday after the first Monday in November, a tradition that dates back to 1845 for presidential elections.
Richard Riehle, 'Office Space' and 'Casino' star, dies at 78, reports say
Richard Riehle, who starred in more than 400 projects during his decades-long career, has died at age 78.
Georgia adoption journey turns gas station meeting into family 'sisterhood'
A chance conversation at a Georgia gas station led D’Amber Davis to adopt Katelyn Sparks' baby, fostering an unexpected sisterhood.
Trump signs order backed by the first lady aimed at boosting women's health research
President Donald Trump signed an order backed by first lady Melania Trump aimed at boosting women's health research.
State Fair of Texas by the numbers: How many corny dogs? How many Midway prizes? Did attendance go up or down?
The State Fair of Texas, which concluded its three-week run in Dallas on Sunday, shared a few numbers on the scope of the annual event.
Infant found dead next to dumpster outside of Fort Worth motel, police say
Police said officers responded to the 7300 block of West Camp Bowie Boulevard just after 8:30 p.m. Sunday on reports of a deceased child.
HCSO identifies victim in deadly shooting at softball game in Humble
Deputies identified the man killed after an argument during a softball game near Humble escalated into a shooting. Three others were wounded.
Florida brings more charges against former Cuba president Raul Castro
Former Cuban President Raúl Castro is facing more charges in Florida related to the 1996 downing of civilian planes flown by Miami-based exiles.
Officer who shot into car and killed 1-year-old boy justified in use of force, Mississippi attorney general says
Mississippi's attorney general said the officer who shot into a car, killing a 1-year-old boy, was justified in the use of force.
Nor'easter brings gusty winds, high surf and coastal flooding to mid-Atlantic states
A strengthening nor'easter will continue to impact to the mid-Atlantic and East Coast through Wednesday. Here's a look at the timeline.
Texas man seeks to have armed robbery conviction tossed over no-warrant Flock camera search
Defense lawyers asked a federal appeals court to void the conviction, arguing the cameras give police more power than the Constitution allows.
Italy grants extradition of Houston man accused of killing pregnant wife, but only on lesser charge
Lee Gilley is charged with capital murder. He's accused of cutting off his ankle monitor and fleeing to Italy.
Pepsi announces new flavor for the holiday season
Pepsi revealed a new flavor for the upcoming holiday season.
The leap second is scrapped to prevent a major tech crash, international scientists vote
Time has run out for the leap second, as an international group of scientists has voted to end the practice of adjusting time to prevent massive computer glitches.
'Love Is Blind' Season 11 cast previews the relationships, friendships and drama
The Boston-based cast of Season 11 of "Love Is Blind" discuss filming and what to expect on the Netflix reality dating show.
Oregon man who stopped Bend elementary school shooter called to tell his mother: 'I shot and killed him, mom'
Kenda Freeman said that her son, Kaylub Giamanco, called her after he helped to stop the deadly school shooting in Bend, Oregon on Thursday.
Elon Musk says he will give a SpaceX share to every kid in America
Elon Musk pledges to give each U.S. child one SpaceX share, but details on the distribution remain unclear.
Eagles QB Jalen Hurts expected to miss the rest of the season with blood clots, source says
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts remains sidelined indefinitely because of blood clots that could cost him the rest of the season.
National Guard member injured in shooting on Capitol Hill while attempting to break up fight
A National Guard member was shot while trying to stop a fight outside a restaurant on Capitol Hill. Police said the service member is expected to recover.
Ohio man comes to Texas on journey to visit every state fair in America
Jim Chew started his mission while being bored of retirement.
'We weren’t expecting him to just continue shooting' | Luby’s massacre survivor reflects on tragedy 35 years later
Suzanna Gratia Hupp lost both of her parents when a gunman killed 23 people and wounded 27 others at a Killeen Luby's on Oct. 16, 1991.
More than 1.5M pounds of meat and poultry recalled due to 'possible temperature abuse'
Kayem Foods Inc. has recalled more than 1.5 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry products. Here's what consumers should look for.
Air Force identifies service member who fell to his death rappelling at college football game
The man who fell while rappelling from the roof of the San Antonio Alamodome during a pregame ceremony has been identified as a career Air Force instructor.
Buyer of Neil Armstrong's childhood home has plans to open it up for public tours
Astronaut Neil Armstrong's childhood home has been bought by a historic group that wants to open it up for tours, showing how the first man on the moon got started.
Miley Cyrus pays tribute to godmother Dolly Parton, wipes away tears during Hollywood Bowl concert
Clutching a tissue while a black-and-white photo of Dolly Parton was projected overhead at the Hollywood Bowl, Miley Cyrus reflected on the death of her godmother.
Airman identified in fatal fall at UT San Antonio football game, officials say
Air Force officials have identified the service member who died after an incident during a UT San Antonio football game on Saturday.
Migrant found dead Saturday at Laredo ICE facility
The death was confirmed by U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar, who said the 56-year-old Mexican national was found unresponsive in his cell.
Amelia Earhart expedition crew finds 'no conclusive evidence' during search for plane wreckage
The crew said what was originally thought to be plane wreckage was "likely a collection of large trees deposited along the peninsula’s sandspit."
Canada awaits Alberta referendum results after Carney urges voters to reject separation
Voters in Alberta are deciding Monday whether to begin a process that could lead to independence, testing national unity amid U.S. President Trump's trade war.
Manor police investigating 2 separate 'swatting' incidents
Manor police said both incidents were quickly determined to have been false.
Austin City Council candidates face community questions ahead of November election
Central Texas Interfaith hosted a nonpartisan forum Sunday, asking candidates to make public commitments on housing, job training, caregiving and more.
Here's what we know about the service member who fell at the UTSA football game
A service member has died from injuries sustained during a pregame demonstration at a UTSA football game. An investigation is underway.
Cindy Crawford remembers son Presley Gerber in social media post
Model Cindy Crawford mourned the loss of son Presley Gerber — who died at 27 in September — in a social media post Sunday.
'We missed death today': Passengers recount terrifying emergency landing at St. Louis Lambert Airport
After minutes in the air, an American Airlines flight from St. Louis to Philadelphia turned around Saturday due to possible engine problems.
Woman released after truck drives onto Kansas youth soccer field, killing 2
A 34-year-old woman was released pending further investigation after a pickup truck struck people at a Wichita, Kansas, soccer field, killing two.
Trump says he will close historic DC golf course for 15 months of renovations
President Donald Trump plans to close Washington’s historic East Potomac Golf Course for 15 months as a legal challenge to his renovation moves forward.
New survey reveals what makes someone a bad travel companion
A Booking.com survey of more than 29,000 travelers found that bad trips have led some people to reconsider relationships and friendships.
Trump endorses embattled Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for reelection
President Donald Trump has endorsed embattled Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for late in his reelection campaign. It's coveted boost because of Trump’s...
Trump's decision to waive Russian sanctions outrages Congress, but no quick counter seen
President Donald Trump’s abrupt decision to waive sanctions on Russia is drawing outrage and concern from members of Congress. Trump's move came late Friday, two...
Clashes, fires and looting break out as protesters rally across France, joining students
Violent clashes, fires, and looting have marred demonstrations across France as hundreds of thousands protest rising living costs and poor school conditions.
Ukraine launches more than 1,000 drones at Russia as spat between Trump and Zelenskyy continues
Ukrainian attacks have set an oil export terminal ablaze in St. Petersburg. Kyiv launched over 1,000 drones across Russia in one of its largest aerial...
Military member dies after falling while rappelling from Alamodome's ceiling before UTSA vs. Navy game
The incident occurred during the pregame ceremony ahead of the kickoff.
Rioters loot stores, set fires in central Milan during cost-of-living protest
Rioters have clashed with police, looted stores and set fires in Milan’s main square in a protest against wars and rising living costs. The violence on Saturday...
Air Force service member dies after incident during pregame ceremony at Texas football game
An Air Force service member died after being injured during a pregame ceremony at a University of Texas at San Antonio football game.
Metal bracket falls from Cedar Point roller coaster into guest area
Cedar Point closed its Millennium Force roller coaster after a metal bracket fell into a guest area, days after a fatal incident at another Six Flags park.
Faithful gather to welcome Pope Leo back for Sunday blessing after cancer surgery
Pope Leo XIV delivered his first public blessing since lung cancer surgery, returning to St. Peter’s Square four days after the operation.
Elon Musk is the donor behind Senate Republicans’ massive rescue mission for Ken Paxton
The world’s wealthiest man transformed Texas’ U.S. Senate race with a massive cash infusion to the Senate GOP’s main outside group.
Did anyone win Powerball's $600M jackpot? Here are the winning numbers for Oct. 17
A $600 million jackpot was up for grabs in Saturday's Powerball drawing. Here are the winning numbers.
Travis County groups rally voters in Austin as early voting begins Monday
As early voting kicks off in Travis County, events by both Republican leaders and the group No Kings aim to educate voters and boost turnout.
Grass fire at Canadian military base kills 4 soldiers and critically injures 19 other people
Four service members were killed and dozens more seriously injured in a fire at a military base in Alberta, Canada, on Saturday the prime minister said.
Shelter-in-place in San Marcos lifted after barricaded subject taken into custody
The shelter-in-place was issued for the Champions Crossing Apartments.
Police searching for suspect after assault in Round Rock
The assault happened near the intersection of Stone Manor Trail and Hyde Park Drive on Oct. 10.
2 killed, 11 others hospitalized, including children, after car drives through Kansas soccer field, police say
A child and an adult were killed after a vehicle drove through a soccer field in Kansas on Saturday, police said. "Multiple" others were taken to hospitals.
Val Chmerkovskiy suspended from 'Dancing With the Stars' after social media post
Val Chmerkovskiy was suspended from "Dancing With the Stars" for a week after making what the network called an "inappropriate" social media post.
Suspect arrested after 2 people stabbed in North Austin
The SWAT team was called after the suspect was located in the 4300 block of Northridge Road.
Search continues after boat capsizes off Baja California coast. 16 rescued, but others missing
Authorities are searching for 11 people believed to be missing after a boat departing from Mexico capsized off the coast of Baja California.
Bystander, teacher, parent helped prevent 'more bloodshed' in Oregon school shooting, police say
Police credited a bystander, a parent and a teacher with helping prevent further tragedy during a deadly elementary school shooting in Bend, Oregon.
Austin Public Library celebrates 100 years serving the community
Austinites celebrated the library system’s centennial with live music, performances, art and interactive activities at the Central Library downtown.
She was found dead in a basement in 1999. DNA finally gave 18-year-old Genelle Bradford her name back
Genelle Princess Bradford was 18 when she was killed. Investigators are now trying to determine who was responsible.
Stop using this Power Quick Pot pressure cooker immediately, CPSC warns
Federal safety regulators are warning consumers to dispose of a Power Quick Pot pressure cooker after reports of serious burn injuries.
Israeli settlers attack Palestinians during olive harvest
Israeli settlers have attacked Palestinians in towns across the occupied West Bank during the olive harvest. Local officials and emergency responders say the...
Ken Paxton heads to Killeen for tour stop
U.S. Senate candidate Ken Paxton heads to Killeen on the second stop of his Texas tour.
Rep. Ilhan Omar's attorneys demand return of property seized in federal search of her home
Attorneys for Rep. Ilhan Omar are asking the Justice Department to immediately return property that federal agents seized from her home this week, arguing that...
Gina Hinojosa says Governor Greg Abbott is 'scared' as she tries to build more momentum before early voting begins
Hinojosa also addresses some recent Republican attacks against her record
The race for Chief Justice of the Texas Supreme Court
Either the current Chief Justice will continue in the role, or Texans will choose their first ever female Chief Justice.
Florida man killed by nearly 12-foot alligator while fishing at park
A 71-year-old man was killed by an 11-foot, 8-inch alligator while fishing at a Florida park, marking the state's second fatal attack this year.
Bend school shooting suspect was former student at Silver Rail Elementary, officials confirm
Bend Police Chief Mike Krantz offered a more detailed timeline of how the shooting unfolded at a news conference Friday, and identified the teacher who was killed.
North Texas native, Tyler Ulrich, dies following college football game injury
Southern Nazarene University confirmed Tyler Ulrich, an Azle native, was in critical condition after the injury Saturday.
WNBA Finals 2026: How to watch the Golden State Valkyries vs. Atlanta Dream
The Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream will face off in the WNBA Finals, with the first game airing Saturday on NBC.
A farmer found an 11-foot metal object in a Minnesota cornfield. Its origin remains a mystery
An 11-foot metallic object found in a western Minnesota cornfield is being investigated by state and federal agencies.
Forecast: Warming up through this week
Here are the latest updates from the KVUE Weather Impact Team.