AUSTIN – As students head back to the classroom, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds all Texans to exercise heightened caution and adhere to safety measures implemented to protect students, staff and fellow drivers this school year. This […]
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Karmelo Anthony Found Guilty in Austin Metcalf Track Meet Stabbing Case
COLLIN COUNTY, Texas — Karmelo Anthony was found guilty of murder on June 9, 2026, in the death of Austin Metcalf, bringing a closely watched Texas case to a major turning point. Anthony, now 19, was convicted for the fatal […]
Sen. Cruz Introduces Bill to Boost School Safety
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) today introduced legislation to enhance school safety and prevent school-based violence. Sen. Cruz’s bill is the Senate companion to legislation introduced by U.S. Rep. Randy Weber (R-Texas). The Cruz-Weber legislation would allow schools to use […]



