SpaceX Scrubs Starship V3 Launch After Fueling SpaceX postponed the launch of its massive Starship V3 rocket on Thursday after the spacecraft had already been fully fueled at the company’s Starbase facility in southern Texas. A 90-minute launch window opened at 6:30 p.m. ET, but the rocket did not lift off. During the company’s live broadcast, SpaceX hosts said the vehicle had been fully loaded before the launch was offi

SpaceX is preparing to launch Starship Flight 12 from Starbase in South Texas, with liftoff scheduled during a window opening at 5:30 p.m. CT on Thursday, May 21, 2026. For India-based viewers, that is 4:00 a.m. IST on Friday, May 22, 2026. The uncrewed test flight will mark the debut of Starship Version 3, the next major redesign of SpaceX’s fully reusable rocket system. Starship includes the Super Heavy booster and the Starship upper-stage vehicle, which SpaceX is developing to

Texas Memorial Day travel is expected to reach record levels in 2026, with AAA Texas projecting 3.7 million Texans will travel at least 50 miles from home during the holiday period. The Memorial Day travel window runs from Thursday, May 21, through Monday, May 25, 2026, and road trips are expected to dominate across Texas and the United States. AAA Texas projects about 3.2 million Texans will travel by car, making driving the top choice for holiday getaways, family visits,

Houston power outages affected more than 13,000 customers early Wednesday, May 20, 2026, after severe thunderstorms moved across Southeast Texas overnight. Utility outage data showed more than 13,000 customers in the Houston region were without electricity as of 7:00 AM local time on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. The outages followed a round of severe weather that began Tuesday evening, May 19, bringing heavy rain, strong winds and widespread weather-rel

Texas DPS is expanding license options for deaf and hard of hearing drivers through a new front-facing designation on Texas driver licenses and ID cards. The update is part of the Texas Driving with Disability Program, which aims to improve communication during traffic stops and roadside interactions. The Texas Department of Public Safety, along with the Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities and the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, outlined the updat

The Trump Paxton endorsement has sharply raised the stakes in the Texas Senate runoff, giving Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton a major boost against incumbent Republican Sen. John Cornyn. President Donald Trump endorsed Paxton on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, one week before the Tuesday, May 26, 2026, Republican runoff for the U.S. Senate seat in Texas. The decision adds new momentum to Paxton’s campaign as he tries to unseat Cornyn, a four-term senator and longtime Rep

Three Argentine fans cycling to the 2026 World Cup reached Fort Worth, Texas, during the weekend of Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026, after traveling roughly 10,000 miles through 17 countries. The cyclists — Vicente Conculini, Miguel Silio and Yamandú Martínez — are longtime friends from Gualeguaychú, Entre Ríos, Argentina. Their journey, known on social media as “Enbiciando al Mundo,” began on Saturday, August 16, 2025, as they set out by bicy

Waterline tower Austin is moving toward its first major public opening in August 2026, when the lower portion of Texas’ tallest tower is expected to bring hotel rooms, restaurants and visitor amenities to downtown Austin. The project is drawing attention because it combines two major trends shaping the city: strong downtown tourism and a still-challenging office market. What Will Open Inside Waterline Tower Austin The lower portion of Waterli

Texas Governor Greg Abbott is courting Wall Street firms as criticism grows over New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s rhetoric toward wealthy business leaders and billionaire CEOs. The political clash has sharpened concerns about New York City’s business climate, especially among financial firms weighing taxes, regulation and long-term expansion plans. Texas Sells Low-Tax Business Climate Abbott’s office said Texas remains open to compani

Devotees searching for “Hanuman Jayanti in Dallas Texas” or “when is Hanuman Jayanti in Dallas” are expected to gather in large numbers at Karya Siddhi Hanuman Temple as the temple announced grand Hanuman Jayanti 2026 celebrations in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The Frisco-based Hindu temple, one of the most visited spiritual centers in Texas, will host multiple rituals and seva p

Fort Worth Shooting: Officer Injured While Saving Civilian A Fort Worth shooting today left a civilian police officer injured after he shielded a resident during sudden crossfire in the Northside area, officials said. The officer, identified as Edward Zapata, was assisting with a report when gunfire erupted from across the street, turning a routine call into a life-threatening situation. Heroic Respons

Keith Urban Houston July 4 Concert Confirmed Keith Urban will headline Houston’s Freedom Over Texas 2026 on Saturday, July 4, bringing a major country-music draw to Eleanor Tinsley Park for America’s 250th birthday celebration. City officials said the Independence Day event will run from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m., with live music, family activities and a fireworks finale expected to make it one of Houston’s biggest public gatherings of the year.

Cinco de Mayo Austin 2026: What’s Happening Today Austin’s Cinco de Mayo 2026 celebrations are in full swing today, May 5, with citywide events, food specials, and nightlife drawing thousands across Central Texas. From cultural showcases to late-night parties, the city offers one of the most diverse Cinco de Mayo experiences in the U.S. Cultural Events & Daytime Highlights The celebration began with a packed weekend f

The numbers on gas station signs across Texas are rising fast—and for many drivers, so is the stress. What used to be a routine fill-up is now a moment of hesitation, as fuel costs eat deeper into already stretched budgets. High gas prices in Texas have surged in recent weeks, climbing from about $2.55 per gallon in early February to nearly $3.78. The sharp increase is being driven by global tensions that have disrupted oil supply routes, sending ripple effects through loca

ADDISON, Texas — Officials in Addison are exploring alternative ways to promote local businesses after discontinuing a long-running food and music festival that had been a staple community event for three decades. The annual festival, traditionally held at Addison Circle Park, had been scheduled for Friday, April 17 through Sunday, April 19, 2026. However, the event was canceled earlier this year following a review of its financial impact on the town. City leaders determi