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Mackenzie Brown: East Texas’ Olympic Archer Extraordinaire
Brown became a household name in East Texas in 2016 when she qualified as the only female archer on Team USA for the Rio Olympics. At just 2

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jul 112 min read


Wife Files for Divorce from Ken Paxton After 38 Years
In a major shakeup inside Texas politics, State Senator Angela Paxton has officially filed for divorce from Attorney General Ken Paxton afte

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jul 101 min read


Jesi: A Patient Soul Still Waiting for Her Forever Family
Every Thursday, TXAN partners with Nicholas Pet Haven to spotlight one incredible animal in search of a forever home.

Leighton Castaneda
Jul 102 min read


STARTING LINEUPS: Dallas Wings vs. Phoenix Mercury
The Dallas Wings are on their home court tonight, taking on the Phoenix Mercury at College Park Center in Arlington. Tipoff is set for 7 p.m

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jul 31 min read


Elvis: A Survivor Searching for His Home
In 2024, a major dog fighting ring was busted right here in Smith County. Among the many lives saved that day was Elvis. He was found tied t

Leighton Castaneda
Jul 32 min read


Firing Safely: Your Guide to Private Gun Ranges in East Texas
With more East Texans moving onto rural land, interest in private gun ranges is growing but so are the questions.

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jun 293 min read


SOURCES: Sheriff Brent Dickson Barred from Attending Former Sheriff’s Funeral by Family
TXAN 24 News has learned that current Sheriff Brent Dickson was specifically asked by Campbell’s family not to attend the funeral — a reques

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jun 281 min read


UPDATE: Cherokee County Sheriff Escalates Dangerous Gun Range Complaints to County Attorney
The resident, who lives adjacent to the range, says the firing line is just five feet from his property and roughly 30–35 feet from a…

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jun 272 min read


Attorney General: Cherokee County Sheriff Had No Right to Control Inmate Phone Money
What will the county judge and commissioners do to rein in the leadership failures at the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office?

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jun 262 min read


Barret: From Broken to Brave — Now Just Waiting for Love
Every Thursday, TXAN partners with Nicholas Pet Haven to spotlight one incredible animal in search of a forever home. This week, we’re honor

Leighton Castaneda
Jun 262 min read


FC Dallas Falls 4-2 to San Jose in Physical, Back-and-Forth Match at Toyota Stadium
FC Dallas dropped a hard-fought 4-2 decision to the San Jose Earthquakes on Tuesday night in Frisco, as a tense match full of momentum swing

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jun 251 min read


Rain Delays Kickoff, But FC Dallas Fans Show Out in Strong Numbers
Rain may have pushed back kickoff at Toyota Stadium, but FC Dallas supporters have stayed locked in and loyal, waiting patiently under the overcast skies for their club to take the pitch against the San Jose Earthquakes.

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jun 251 min read


Cornbread Hemp Co-Founder Reacts to Governor Abbott’s Veto of Texas Cannabis Bill
Jim Higdon, co-founder of Cornbread Hemp, spoke with TXAN 24 News in this interview, following Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s veto of Senate B

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jun 241 min read


BREAKING: Greg Abbott’s Decision Saves THC Product Access in Texas
Governor Greg Abbott has vetoed SB3 — a controversial bill that would have banned nearly all hemp-derived THC products in Texas, dealing a m

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jun 231 min read


FINAL ROUND: KPMG Women's PGA Championship set to crown a winner
It's championship Sunday here in Frisco, Texas at the Field Ranch East golf course for the KPMG Women's PGA final round.

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jun 221 min read


OPINION: Alabama Football Isn’t Falling Off — We’re Just Rebuilding with Purpose
I’ve been an Alabama fan for as long as I can remember. It runs in my family — my dad and grandparents are loyal Tide supporters.

Leighton Castaneda
Jun 212 min read


JUST IN: Smith County Sheriff, Larry Smith, Faces Removal Petition
The petition, submitted February 13, 2025, lay dormant until June 16, when a citation was finally issued and Sheriff Smith was formally serv

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jun 212 min read


Jacksonville Juneteenth Association Hosting Free Family Movie Night Tonight
The event is free and open to the public, with families encouraged to bring their lawn chairs and blankets.

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jun 201 min read


SOURCES: Cherokee Co. Sheriff Accused of Cover-Ups, Targeting Citizens, and Misleading Officials
Multiple sources have reported that Sheriff Brent Dickson is personally calling city officials to insist he is “not corrupt.”

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jun 191 min read


OPINION: Why Black-Owned Media Struggles in Cities Like Yours
Black media outlets operate with less support, fewer sponsorship opportunities, and near-zero inclusion in city-funded marketing efforts.

Donovan Bridgeforth
Jun 192 min read
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