Researchers recently traced the birthplace of the world's dominant cotton species to the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico. Their sleuthing also uncovered a treasure trove of genetic diversity in wild populations, which could eventually make the crop more resilient.
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A Dallas restaurant found itself at the center of an online debate about dining prices after a social media post that never actually named the restaurant went viral.
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The Malakoff Tigers defeat the Commerce Tigers 35-22 in District 7 3A-D2 play.
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Isaias is expected to make landfall as the season's first Atlantic hurricane. Oil rigs and refineries on the Gulf Coast are evacuating, but experts don't anticipate much of an impact on gas prices.
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Looking for ways to stretch your dollar at the State Fair? Here are some free activities you’ll want to check out between corny dogs.
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The Texas attorney general’s use of a taxpayer-funded travel security detail stands out when compared with his predecessor and other state officials, our analysis found.
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The Justice Department says the search is part of an "ongoing federal investigation", while Omar calls it "an attempt to target political enemies"
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Opposition parties say revisions to the list of eligible voters favor Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party. Authorities have removed more than 130 million names from the voter roll.
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Saudi Arabia has suspended flights and operations at Riyadh airport after multiple attacks by the Yemeni Houthis.
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The Justice Department is investigating several TV networks for possible antitrust violations. And, President Trump pressures Ukrainians to elect a new leader.
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The U.S. government is trying to end the dominance of high-quality, low-cost drones made in China. But more restrictions mean higher costs for cash-strapped police forces that rely on those drones.