Headed To Waco: Bullard Band Director Reflects On Journey To UIL State Championship
Ahead of tomorrow’s UIL State Military Marching Band Championships, Bullard’s band director sat down with TXAN 24 News to reflect on a journey years in the making.
For Sergio Olivares, the road to state carries a special meaning. The senior class competing this week was his first group of band students, and he has watched them grow as musicians and young adults throughout their time together. His current juniors were the first students he brought into the band program.
Donovan Bridgeforth
2 hours ago1 min read
Klyde Warren Park Welcomed Thousands For Annual Halloween Celebration In Dallas
Thousands of families gathered in downtown Dallas for the sixth annual Trick-or-Treating in the Park, a free Halloween celebration featuring activities for children and families.
Presented by Kroger, the event transformed Klyde Warren Park into a community gathering space filled with Halloween festivities, including trick-or-treating, costume contests, children’s book giveaways and other family-friendly activities.
Donovan Bridgeforth
13 hours ago1 min read
East Texas Sends A Strong Contingent To UIL State Military Marching Band Championships
East Texas high school marching bands will take center stage this week as the 2026 University Interscholastic League State Military Class Marching Band Championships arrive at McLane Stadium on the campus of Baylor University.
TXAN Digital Staff
13 hours ago2 min read
When Clicks Come Before Compassion: The Ethical Failure Of Livestreaming A Human Tragedy
There is a line between reporting the news and exploiting a tragedy. When reports emerged that Smash Da Topic livestreamed the death of a 20-year-old who jumped to their death in Dallas, that line demanded serious scrutiny.
Donovan Bridgeforth
1 day ago2 min read
Baylor Fires Dave Aranda After 40-40 Run, Kansas Loss
Baylor has fired head football coach Dave Aranda, according to ESPN sources, ending his tenure in Waco after a 40-40 record across seven seasons.
Donovan Bridgeforth
2 days ago1 min read
Prairie View A&M Claims Big Cat Cup With 30-19 Win Over East Texas A&M
Prairie View A&M used a balanced offensive attack and a productive ground game to defeat East Texas A&M, 30-19, capturing the Big Cat Cup in a rivalry matchup between the Panthers and Lions.
Donovan Bridgeforth
2 days ago2 min read
No. 7 Grand Saline Rolls Past Edgewood 45-13 To Move To 9-0
Grand Saline continues to make its case as one of the top teams in Texas Class 3A Division II, dominating rival Edgewood 45-13 to improve to 9-0 on the season.
Donovan Bridgeforth
3 days ago1 min read
Houston Rockets, San Antonio Spurs Renew Texas Rivalry In Friday Night Showdown
The Houston Rockets and San Antonio Spurs renew their Texas rivalry Friday night, October 23, with a matchup at Austin’s Moody Center offering both teams an early opportunity to build momentum in the 2026-27 NBA season.
TXAN Digital Staff
3 days ago2 min read
Texas Senate Race Remains Closely Contested In Weeks Before Election Day
Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico remain closely positioned in Texas’ U.S. Senate race, according to recent polling ahead of the November 3 midterm election.
Donovan Bridgeforth
4 days ago1 min read
Houston, Dallas Tie In National Study Of Tourist-Friendly Cities
Houston and Dallas are tied in a new national study measuring how efficiently visitors can fit sightseeing into a trip, with both Texas cities earning 54.9 out of 100.
The TouristMaxxing Index, compiled by JRPass.com, compared 20 major U.S. cities across seven measures, including attraction access by car and on foot, transportation costs, travel time and admission prices.
TXAN Digital Staff
4 days ago1 min read
Gomez, Morticia Addams Top Texas Couples Costume Searches For Halloween 2026
Gomez and Morticia Addams are Texas’ most-searched couples Halloween costume heading into 2026, while Mario and Luigi lead the state’s duo costume searches, according to new research from CSGOGem.
The study found 3,720 Google searches for Gomez and Morticia costumes in Texas from July through September 2026. The spooky couple ranked second nationally, with 35,000 searches across the United States, and led searches in 14 states, including Texas.
TXAN Digital Staff
4 days ago1 min read
Job-Matching App ShiftPass Reports Growing Texas User Base As It Expands Nationwide
A job-matching app founded by a Hawaii entrepreneur is gaining traction in Texas, where the company says approximately 30% of its registered users are located.
ShiftPass, launched by Jessica Cockrell at age 50 from Hilo, Hawaii, connects workers and employers through a platform designed to make hiring more direct. The company completed its full launch in May 2026 and says it has since expanded its reach nationwide.
TXAN Digital Staff
4 days ago1 min read
Hard Rock Bet Brings Texas Barbecue And Cowboy Culture To Football-Shaped Soap
Hard Rock Bet is bringing a Texas-inspired twist to football season with a football-shaped soap scented with smoky mesquite and hints of rodeo.
Donovan Bridgeforth
4 days ago1 min read
Rockets Dominate Mavericks In Season Opener Behind Durant’s 30 Points
The Houston Rockets opened the 2026-27 NBA regular season with a statement victory Wednesday night, defeating the Dallas Mavericks 120-100 at Toyota Center.
Kevin Durant led Houston with 30 points, while Jabari Smith Jr. contributed 25 points and Alperen Şengün finished with 23 points and 10 rebounds. The Rockets showcased their offensive depth and defensive intensity against a Dallas team beginning a new chapter under head coach Dusty May.
TXAN Digital Staff
5 days ago1 min read
TCU Men’s Basketball Eyes Another NCAA Tournament Run
The TCU Horned Frogs enter the 2026-27 men’s basketball season looking to build on a program-best 11-7 Big 12 conference record and make another push toward the NCAA Tournament under head coach Jamie Dixon.
TXAN Digital Staff
5 days ago2 min read
Arizona, Houston Lead Big 12 Final Four Hopes As TCU, Oklahoma State Headline Women’s Race
As Big 12 basketball programs prepare for the 2026-27 season, Arizona and Houston are emerging as leading men’s basketball contenders for another deep NCAA Tournament run, while TCU and Oklahoma State headline the conference’s women’s championship conversation.
TXAN Digital Staff
6 days ago2 min read
Rusk Terminates Interim City Manager Amid Leadership Turnover And Growing Questions Over City Hall
The City of Rusk has terminated Interim City Manager Victoria D. Minton following a letter from her attorney raising concerns about potential retaliation and protections under Texas whistleblower law, adding another development to the city’s ongoing leadership turmoil.
TXAN Digital Staff
7 days ago1 min read
Rusk City Manager Faces Threatened Termination As Attorney Alleges Whistleblower Retaliation
An attorney representing Rusk Interim City Manager Victoria D. Minton has accused city officials of potential whistleblower retaliation and warned that removing her from her position could expose the city to litigation.
TXAN Digital Staff
7 days ago2 min read
Scott Drew And Baylor Enter 2026-27 Season With Plenty To Prove
Scott Drew and the Baylor Bears men’s basketball team enter the 2026-27 season facing high expectations to rebound after missing the NCAA Tournament last season. With a retooled roster and a competitive Big 12 Conference ahead, Baylor will look to reestablish itself among the nation’s top programs.
TXAN Digital Staff
7 days ago1 min read
The Strong Poets: A New Animated Series Explores Resistance, Survival And The Fight For Freedom
A new animated series is coming to TXAN+, The Strong Poets, is bringing a story of resistance, survival, and the struggle for freedom to the screen.
TXAN Digital Staff
Oct 191 min read
College GameDay Heads To Utah For Houston-Utes Ranked Big 12 Showdown
ESPN’s College GameDay will be part of the national spotlight surrounding Saturday’s matchup between No. 20 Houston and No. 11 Utah on Oct. 24.
TXAN Digital Staff
Oct 181 min read
Dallas Trinity FC Stuns Chivas Femenil With Last-Minute Winner In State Fair Clásico
Dallas Trinity FC defeated Mexican powerhouse Chivas Guadalajara Femenil, 3-2, on Saturday before 15,326 fans at the Cotton Bowl Stadium, securing a dramatic victory in the 2026 State Fair Clásico.
Donovan Bridgeforth
Oct 172 min read
Colleyville Heritage Blanks Community 59-0 Behind Record-Setting Night
Colleyville Heritage defeated Community 59-0, securing a commanding win to open district play with five touchdowns in the first half and a record-setting performance from quarterback Lane Vargas and receiver Trevi Preische.
Ayman Lokhandwala
Oct 172 min read
Dallas Trinity FC And Chivas Femenil Set For State Fair Clásico Press Conference
Dallas Trinity FC and Chivas Femenil are set for the second annual State Fair Clásico, and held a press conference Friday, October 16, at the Cotton Bowl Stadium in Fair Park.
The press conference included Dallas Trinity FC Head Coach Lee Nguyen, midfielder and captain Sophie Braun, midfielder Sofia Cedeño, Chivas Femenil Sporting Director Nelly Simón and goalkeeper Blanca Félix.
Donovan Bridgeforth
Oct 161 min read
Cherokee County Resident Alleges Gunfire Report Was Ignored Before Arson Fire
A Cherokee County resident is alleging that authorities failed to respond to a report of gunfire and arson threats before a subsequent fire left their stepmother facing significant hardship.
TXAN Digital Staff
Oct 151 min read
