Texas veteran SFC Joe Carter's remarkable journey from segregated schools to 20 years of Army service now preserved in the Voices of Veterans program, highlighting African-American military contributions.
Dallas highways transformed into illegal party zones on New Year's Eve as hundreds parked to watch fireworks, creating massive gridlock that trapped commuters and blocked emergency vehicles.
Explore how Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation fundamentally altered American history as the White House prepares to commemorate its 163rd anniversary on New Year's Day 2026.
Discover how George C. Marshall transformed from military genius who built America's WWII army to Nobel Peace Prize-winning diplomat who rebuilt Europe through the Marshall Plan.
Tragedy strikes Swiss Alps as fire kills 40 and injures 100 at Le Constellation bar during New Year's celebration, with eyewitnesses describing rapid flames and chaotic escape attempts.
Your complete guide to New Year's Day 2026 closures: government offices, banks and USPS closed while most retailers remain open with adjusted hours for your shopping needs.
Tragedy strikes in Fort Worth as woman and three dogs perish in New Year's Eve house fire, adding to a troubling pattern of serious blazes challenging local firefighters in 2025.
Baby born with rare heart defects gets second chance at life after Fort Worth surgeon performs life-saving Norwood procedure when other hospitals refused the complex case.
Heartbreaking developments in Bexar County as authorities find the body of 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos, one teen is found safe, while the search for a third continues.
Tragic update: 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos found dead near San Antonio home after Christmas Eve disappearance, with authorities ruling her death a suicide by gunshot.
