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A Texas Department of Public Safety trooper recovered three stolen vehicles in Webb County, authorities said. A Ford F-250 ...

The event brought troopers from across the state together for a high-stakes, hands-on competition all aimed at keeping Texas ...

The Catholic Diocese of Brownsville held the annual Blue Mass at the Basilica of Our Lady of San Juan on Wednesday.

A Texas trooper seized over 12 pounds of THC vape cartridges, 2 ounces of marijuana, and Percocet pills during a traffic stop ...

Have you seen these adults missing from Bryan and Forney? Texas authorities ask for the public's help in searches.

Texas DPS has identified the Lubbock man killed after falling off a truck's flatbed in Garza County. Here's what we know.

Laredo Police and the Texas Department of Public Safety (TxDOT) are offering safety tips for drivers and pedestrians following the death of a man who was struck by a car while crossing the street.

MIDLAND, Texas - Governor Greg Abbott on Thursday signed into law a suite of bills aimed at strengthening the state’s oil and ...

Texas DPS says being storm-ready can save lives. Here's how to build a kit, plan an escape, and stay safe in severe weather.

If you recall, portions of the Southwest Freeway will be extended over the Brazos River as it has begun to erode the land underneath it.

Texas DPS troopers competed in the 32nd annual Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Challenge, testing their skills in ensuring ...