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A Texas Lottery player won $5 million on a scratch-off ticket sold in Brenham. Here’s what we know about the big win.

Did you know Johnny Depp is helping with a national art contest and someone in Wichita Falls made the qualifying?

Storm chasers share footage as tornado-warned storms move through Wichita Falls over the weekend, bringing dangerous conditions and heavy hail.

Over the weekend the NFL draft took place and after all seven rounds, several college football players from Texas colleges got drafted. Here is where everyone went.

Looks like a pickle festival was looking for some interesting pickle recipes and it turns out someone in Wichita Falls won in TWO different categories.

This week's fugitives are facing charges of possession of a controlled substance, burglary of a habitation, theft of property, and more.

A store that has literally been in Sikes Senter Mall since it opened in 1974 has decided they want out before the mall sees it final days.

A ruck march for veterans is happening soon, with every mile walked making a difference for those who served.

Severe storms could hit North Texas this weekend, including Wichita Falls. Here’s what to know about possible tornadoes, hail, and strong winds.

A $41 million Texas Lotto ticket was sold at a Mesquite 7-Eleven. Check your numbers—you have 180 days to claim the prize.

Whether your state is actually part of Tornado Alley comes down to the time of year.

I feel so stupid not knowing this thing exists, but it will be purchased on my next Texas road trip.

Texas chaos strikes again as a huge brawl erupts inside a Waco Whataburger.

Have information about a Wichita Falls burglary? Police say tips could lead to a cash reward in the Olivia Lane case.

Over the weekend several people had windows on their vehicles broken and sadly another Wichita Falls Mane Event statue has been destroyed.

This week's fugitives are facing charges of credit card or debit card abuse, unlawful possession of a firearm, evading arrest, and more.

A winning $2 million Texas Lottery ticket was sold at a Fort Worth QuikTrip for the April 6 Powerball drawing.

Thanks to the effort of this little girl, a plan was put in place to get these kids a new playground after their previous one was deemed unsafe by the city.

The Better Business Bureau is warning citizens of a potential business that maybe not following the best practices here in Wichita Falls.

A lucky Abilene resident won $1 million on a $20 Texas Lottery Extreme Multiplier scratch-off ticket purchased at DK #91. More top prizes remain.

When it comes to championships in Dallas, music has been a big factor in recent memory.

A longhorn bull was spotted roaming near Target in Flower Mound, Texas, and the video is peak Lone Star State energy.

Wichita Falls Area Crime Stoppers is asking for help identifying two suspects tied to two recent burglaries on Hines Boulevard. A reward is available.

Storms hit The Basin Red Dirt BBQ Festival, but Wade Bowen and Whiskey Myers still lit up a rain-soaked crowd. Check out the photos.

One week ago, I wrote a story on a possible 'Egg My Yard' Easter scam that affected some families Easter morning, we have an update on the situation.

This weekend is National Pet Day where you're encouraged to adopt a new pet. Let's see which names are the most popular in 2026.

This week's fugitives are facing charges of theft of firearm, violence against family, fraud and possession of a controlled substance.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is looking into illegal tax increases in Texas and he directly calls out Wichita Falls in his letter.

A winning $78M lottery ticket sold in Brownsville is still unclaimed. Here’s what you need to know before time runs out.

A Texas Lottery player just won $1 million on a scratch ticket in Port Lavaca. Here’s where it was sold and how many prizes remain.

A man who did a lot for Wichita Falls will have his name live on with a park that was right next to his old firehouse.

An EF1 tornado in East Texas highlights growing concerns that April 2026 may be unusually active for severe weather.

Three different organizations are coming together for National Pet Day in Wichita Falls and this adoption event is asking for your artistic side to show off.