Texas Is the Nation’s 2nd-Youngest State, With a Median Age of Just 36
The median age in Texas is about 36 years, meaning roughly half of Texans are younger than 36 and half are older. The latest Census Bureau data shows the national median age at 39.4 years, putting Texas several years younger than the country overall.
Donovan Bridgeforth
2 hours ago1 min read
LIST: Lubbock, Richardson, Amarillo lead Texas is number of A-Rated Districts by TEA
Based on the district-level accountability data analyzed by TXAN 24 News, 195 school districts received an A rating, with Region 17 in Lubbock leading the state with 19 A-rated districts.
Donovan Bridgeforth
4 hours ago2 min read
72% of Texans Live on Just 12% of the State’s Land, Averaging 26 Acres Per Texan Outside the Top 5 Metro Areas
DALLAS, Texas (TXAN 24) — Texas is massive, but its population is far more concentrated than the state’s wide-open landscape might suggest. The state’s five largest metropolitan areas—Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, Austin and McAllen—are home to roughly 22.7 million people, or about 72% of Texas’ population. Together, those metropolitan areas account for approximately 30,600 square miles of land; only about 12% of Texas’ total land area. That leaves roughly 88% of T
Donovan Bridgeforth
4 hours ago1 min read
Texas Harley-Davidson Brings Cars, Motorcycles and Community Together in Bedford
Car enthusiasts, motorcycle riders and families gathered Saturday at Texas Harley-Davidson for a special edition Cars & Coffee event celebrating automotive culture and the local community.
Donovan Bridgeforth
23 hours ago1 min read
LIST: 20 Texas Schools Receive F Ratings in Latest TEA Accountability Results
Twenty Texas school systems and campuses included in the latest Texas Education Agency accountability data received an F rating, with reported scores ranging from 41 to 59.
Donovan Bridgeforth
2 days ago1 min read
Rusk Residents Want Answers as Concerns Mount Over Interim City Manager
Frustration is growing among some Rusk residents over the performance of Interim City Manager Victoria Minton and what citizens describe as a lack of action from the Rusk City Council.
Donovan Bridgeforth
2 days ago2 min read
Demolition of City Inn & Suites Marks First Step in Major South Dallas Redevelopment
Demolition began Thursday at the former City Inn & Suites near Halperin Park, launching the first phase of a long-term redevelopment plan covering 26 acres in South Dallas.
Donovan Bridgeforth
3 days ago1 min read
Dallas Wings outlast Toronto Tempo 94-88
The Dallas Wings were back in Arlington on Wednesday night to host a Toronto Tempo team that was on a nine-game losing streak. As a ten-point favorites, the Dallas Wings were also looking to end their own three-game losing streak, falling into a rough patch at the worst possible time as playoff near, with a record of 1-5 in the last six games.
Donovan Bridgeforth
3 days ago2 min read
Dallas PULSE Announces ASICS Partnership Ahead of 2027 Season
Dallas PULSE and ASICS America Corporation announced Wednesday that ASICS will become the team’s Official Footwear Partner beginning with the 2027 season.
Donovan Bridgeforth
3 days ago1 min read
34 Texas High Schools Win $5,000 in T-Mobile Friday Night 5G Lights Program
Thirty-four Texas high schools have each won $5,000 through T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights program, providing a combined $170,000 to football programs across the state.
Donovan Bridgeforth
4 days ago2 min read
No. 1 Byron Nelson Volleyball Wins 3-Straight Sets After 0-2 Start To Beat No. 10 Flower Mound
The early season top ranked Texas High School volleyball match between No. 1 Byron Nelson and No. 10 Flower Mound lived up to the hype and then some as the game came down to a fifth and pivotal set.
Donovan Bridgeforth
5 days ago1 min read
Houston Cougars Unveil Texas-Inspired Food Lineup Ahead of 2026 Football Season
Houston Cougars fans heading to TDECU Stadium this season will have a new reason to arrive hungry.
Donovan Bridgeforth
5 days ago2 min read
Dallas Wings Hit a Rough Patch at the Worst Possible Time as Playoffs Near
The Dallas Wings were supposed to be hitting their stride. Instead, with the playoffs approaching, the Wings are searching for answers after dropping five of their last six games.
Donovan Bridgeforth
5 days ago2 min read
Talarico Leads Paxton in Recent Polls as Texas Senate Race Tightens to a Toss-Up
The 2026 Texas U.S. Senate race is tightening, with Democratic nominee James Talarico holding recent polling leads over Republican nominee Ken Paxton while prediction markets continue to price the contest as essentially a toss-up.
A recent Texas Tribune poll found Talarico leading Paxton 45% to 40%, with 15% either supporting another candidate or undecided. Another recent Fox News poll showed Talarico with a narrower 3-point advantage.
Donovan Bridgeforth
5 days ago1 min read
No. 1 Byron Nelson Takes on No. 10 Flower Mound in Early-Season Volleyball Showdown
Two of Texas’ top volleyball programs will meet Tuesday night as the No. 1 Byron Nelson Lady Bobcats visit the No. 10 Flower Mound Jaguars in an early-season match-up featuring a pair of nationally recognized programs.
Donovan Bridgeforth
5 days ago1 min read
Texas Leads Nation with More Than 5 Million Residents without Health Insurance
Texas has the highest percentage of residents without health insurance in the nation, according to a new 50-state analysis from High Rise Financial.
Donovan Bridgeforth
6 days ago1 min read
WorldSprings Dallas: State of the Art Spa
WorldSprings Dallas is a wellness destination designed around mineral-rich soaking pools inspired by famous hot springs from around the world. But unlike a traditional spa, this isn’t just about booking a massage. Instead, guests move at their own pace between warm mineral pools, cold plunges, saunas, relaxation areas, and other wellness experiences.
Donovan Bridgeforth
Aug 51 min read
Rusk County Community Outreach Organization Gives Away More Than 550 Backpacks at First “Get Groovy for School” Event
HENDERSON, Texas (TXAN 24) — Hundreds of students across Rusk County are heading into the new school year with the supplies they need after the Rusk County Community Outreach Organization exceeded its goal during its inaugural “Get Groovy for School” event. Originally aiming to distribute 200 backpacks, the organization ultimately gave away more than 550 backpacks filled with school supplies to children from communities including Mount Enterprise, Laneville, Henderson, Carlis
Donovan Bridgeforth
Aug 52 min read
9 College Football Players in Texas Named to Maxwell Watchlist
Nine standout players from Texas colleges have earned a spot on the 2026 Maxwell Award Preseason Watch List, recognizing the nation’s top college football player ahead of the upcoming season.
Donovan Bridgeforth
Aug 31 min read
Dallas Leads the Nation in DUI Fatal Crash Rate, New Study Finds
Dallas has the highest rate of fatal crashes involving impaired drivers among the nation’s 50 largest cities, according to a new analysis of National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) data.
Donovan Bridgeforth
Aug 31 min read
Dallas Wings host future Houston Comets in Arlington
The WNBA regular season is winding down, which means that playoffs are around the corner. For the Connecticut Sun, however, it means the franchise will be moving to Houston to revive the Houston Comets franchise that was responsible for the only 4-peat in Major sports history.
Donovan Bridgeforth
Aug 21 min read
Mountain Mike’s Pizza Opens New Murphy Location as DFW Expansion Continues
Mountain Mike’s Pizza has officially opened its newest North Texas location in Murphy, continuing the family-style pizza chain’s expansion across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
Donovan Bridgeforth
Jul 301 min read
Topgolf Slashes Summer Fun Pass Price to $79 in Limited-Time Offer
Golfers across Texas have a new reason to hit the driving range before summer comes to an end. Topgolf has reduced the price of its Summer Fun Pass to as low as $79 at participating venues, marking the lowest price the company has offered for the program.
Donovan Bridgeforth
Jul 301 min read
House of the Dragon Season 3 Episode 6 Review: An Emotional Turning Point
Episode 6 delivers one of the season’s most emotional installments. Rather than relying solely on spectacle, the episode focuses on personal loss and the emotional consequences of war.
Donovan Bridgeforth
Jul 301 min read
House of the Dragon Season 3 Episode 5 Review: A Welcome Return to High-Stakes Drama
Episode 5 successfully balances character moments with renewed excitement. After several dialogue-heavy installments, this episode brings fresh energy while continuing to develop the central conflict.
Donovan Bridgeforth
Jul 301 min read
