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Oct. 31-- Food Research and Action Center: Texas among top states in providing school breakfast to needy kids

Oct. 31-- Investigation ordered: State health officials accused of targeting black-owned firms for closure

Oct. 31-- Dracula's Hangout: Abandoned East Texas sawmill a favorite spot for Halloween thrills

Oct. 31-- Priest abuse: Statement indicates Kos told psychiatrist he molested boys

Oct. 31-- Suffering a slump: Lottery at crossroads

Oct. 31-- Mexican officials outraged: Officer cleared in death of Mexican national

Oct. 31-- Next year's House races: Paul, Sessions top Democrats' defeat wish list in Texas

Oct. 31-- As much as 12 mph: Speeds could be lowered on roads under rule

Oct. 31-- Republic of Texas trial: Separatists consult court-appointed attorneys for first time

Oct. 31-- Prize was steak dinner: Ticket-writing contest creates uproar

Oct. 30-- Possible gang crime: Three men accused of killing three people to cover up murder

Oct. 30-- For agricultural slander: Emu ranchers sue Honda over commercial

Oct. 30-- Regional fire office: Forest service office in treeless West Texas

Oct. 30-- Son defaults on student loan: Federal judge loses law license

Oct. 30-- In wake of declining sales: Lottery Commission fires director

Oct. 30-- Republic of Texas trial: Intercepted transmissions show McLaren in charge during standoff

Oct. 30-- Bad luck continues: UP freight rear-ends trainload of rock

Oct. 30-- Trying to protect funds: Lawmakers, Morales push crime victim fund amendment

Oct. 30-- Welfare reform: Study shows imaging system didn't prevent fraud

Oct. 29-- Burleson school district: School trustees vote to rescind policy that banned books with profanity

Oct. 29-- Claims decades-old relationship: President's high school classmate questioned in Paula Jones case

Oct. 29-- Dallas County employee: Convicted killer's estranged wife barred from keeping trial evidence

Oct. 29-- Stock market panic: Officials say state funds can handle market swings

Oct. 29-- Kelly AFB affected: House to take up defense bill with depot measure

Oct. 29-- Eliminates enrollment goals: Houston school district settles magnet school admission lawsuit

Oct. 29-- Morale reportedly terrible: MHMR handing out raises and pink slips at almost the same time

Oct. 29-- Republic of Texas trial: Onetime hostages of Texas separatists describe ordeal

Oct. 29-- Back from the grave: Face of La Salle ship sailor reconstructed

Oct. 29-- Welfare reform: State meets deadline

Oct. 29-- 32nd inmate this year: Houston man executed in slayings 14 years ago

Oct. 28-- Separatists Trial:Republic of Texas leaders go on trial defiantly

Oct. 28-- Fuel Cells: Texas Tech, Virginia Tech to tinker with lunar legacy

Oct. 28-- Playing by Own Rules: Corpus Christi bail bondswoman doesn't fit the stereotypes of the business

Oct. 28-- Texas Execution: Malibu Grand Prix killer, set to die Tuesday, knows he's hated

Oct. 28-- Prisoner Death: 80-year-old inmate dies of head injuries from fight

Oct. 28-- Endangered Species: Some property owners' response to endangered species is lethal

Oct. 27-- Free College: Promise of college money inspires Amarillo students

Oct. 27-- Lone Star Participants: Texans trek to Philadelphia for Million Woman March

Oct. 27-- Separatists Trial: Republic of Texas trials may signal end to turbulent times in secluded community

Oct. 27-- Texas Wages: UT pays staff below average Austin wages

Oct. 27-- Killer Tornado: Jarrell twister didn't fit patterns

Oct. 27-- Bush Library: New Bush presidential museum designed to be fun, educational and intimate

Oct. 27-- Remembering an Officer: 10 years later, family clings to memory of officer slain by teen drug users

Oct. 27-- Battling Back: Austin cyclist back on track after cancer

Oct. 26-- In South Houston: Four injured in firey train wreck

Oct. 26-- Arrowhead ranch: Bentsen ranch to go on the auction block

Oct. 26-- After massive investigation: Columbia considers name change

Oct. 26-- School's bar exam scores plummeting: St. Mary's law school dean won't be asked to continue

Oct. 26-- Teen patient dies: State plans to revoke license of Laurel Ridge center for youths

Oct. 26-- Sales still slow: Big prize fails to turn lottery around

Oct. 26-- 'Molecular probe': Breakthrough test for prostate cancer granted patent

Oct. 26-- Living in squalor: Neighbors of 9-year-old had reported suspicions

Oct. 25-- Wreck Records: 1998 trial set for law limiting access to vehicle records

Oct. 25-- Killer Collects: Convicted killer collects on dead woman's policy

Oct. 25-- College-bound Concerns: Commissioner: New law requires care by school districts

Oct. 25-- Senator's Sentence: Judge defends Drew Nixon's weekend jail duty

Oct. 25-- Texas Twenty: Texas City lotto winners claim prize

Oct. 25-- Smither Slaying: Authorities search manure for clues in teen's disappearance

Oct. 25-- Home equity top issue: Early voting on amendments ends Friday

Oct. 25-- After DHS investigation: AG files lawsuits against five nursing homes, personal care home

Oct. 24-- Driskill Hotel: Historic hotel receives historically accurate renovation

Oct. 24-- Case that ended affirmative action: Hopwood lawyer says he wanted more diversity

Oct. 24-- Sue TEA: Panhandle district takes on state over 'Robin Hood' payments

Oct. 24-- National Weather Service: Decision to close Texas headquarters shelved

Oct. 24-- Coastal Bend water pipeline: Pipeline could be delayed by endangered waterfowls' mating season

Oct. 24-- Agency orders overhaul: Plainview, EPA at loggerheads over wastewater ammonia levels

Oct. 24-- Texas Supreme Court: School rules on boys' hair-length legal

Oct. 24-- Trying to improve phone service: Attorney general, Public Utility Commission at odds over lawsuit

Oct. 24-- Texas pumpkin patch: South Plains completing Halloween harvest

Oct. 24-- Appoints special committee: Bullock orders study of reforms, insurance costs, auto insurance

Oct. 24-- War against drugs: Red Ribbon Campaign celebrated throughout state

Oct. 24-- Rescued from squalor: Trip outside filthy home is traumatic for 9-year-old

Oct. 23-- Could be end of controversial funding plan: Attorney who fought 'Robin Hood' named to the Texas Supreme Court

Oct. 23-- To offset falling dairy prices: Farmers Union hopes cheese will help dairy farmers

Oct. 23-- Bird migration beginning: Foul weather up north equals fowl weather in South Texas

Oct. 23-- Chastised him for wasting money: Judge denies ex-banker's request for reduced fine

Oct. 23-- Sustainable Energy and Economic Development Coalition: Report: oldest, least-used generators produce large part of pollution

Oct. 23-- Blinded by 'pranksters': Potter's wheel opens new world for man who lost his vision

Oct. 23-- Minnesota senator voices concern: Wellstone will seek to amend Texas Low-Level Radioactive Compact

Oct. 23-- 'Pray Texas': Coalition leader trades politics for prayer

Oct. 23-- University diversity: Former lieutenant governor, former judge among panel members

Oct. 23-- Possible agency shakeup: Report: Lottery Commission may consider firing director

Oct. 23-- Avoiding the 'I don't care' phone company: New rule assigns long distance to 'no preference' callers

Oct. 22-- Highway arteries clogged: Study: Los Angeles named country's most congested city

Oct. 22-- Forming a commission: Higher education leaders seek diversity

Oct. 22-- University of Texas: Faculty Council decries Graglia's racial remarks

Oct. 22-- Outgrowth of water conservation measure: Water planning hearings under way

Oct. 22-- Annual bonfire: Suggestive phrases on hard hats at Texas A&M sets off tempest

Oct. 22-- Historians' sources drying up: Author says no president likely to tape again

Oct. 22-- Scientific knowledge and understanding: Group: Texas slightly below national average on test

Oct. 22-- Learning by doing: Central Texas Tomato Club was forerunner of 4-H

Oct. 22-- Died on way home from church: Four siblings who loved rodeo, each other, die together

Oct. 22-- James Michener: Writer honored as 'world citizen'

Oct. 22-- Hunting buddies: Report: Christie was mystery businessman linked with Wilson

Oct. 21-- Amendment Election: Early voting under way; League suggests new constitution

Oct. 21-- Catholic Bishops: Texas bishops reiterate opposition to death penalty

Oct. 21-- Death Sentences: Justices question Texas death sentencing

Oct. 21-- Sunseekers Return: Winter migration to Rio Grande Valley is under way: Winter Texans making their way back to the Valley

Oct. 21-- TYC Sites: Commission narrows hunt to 12 sites

Oct. 21-- Lottery Winners: Texas City residents win $55 million jackpot

Oct. 20-- GOP Women Meet: Republican women come together with political leaders at state convention

Oct. 20-- Amendment Election: Texans to take lawmaking into their own hands

Oct. 20-- Live Long and Think: At 100, metaphysician muses as others magnify him

Oct. 20-- Revisiting the Past: Former German POW returns to see excavation of World War II camp

Oct. 20-- Sinking Feeling: Officer, suspect pulled from neck-deep muck in rescue

Oct. 20-- Direct Donations: Direct mail pulls out stops to pull in cash

Oct. 20-- Exotic Animal Auction: How much is that rhino in the window?

Oct. 20-- Lost and Found: Junk, jewelry among unclaimed assets

Oct. 19-- John Cornyn: Justice leaving high court in run for attorney general

Oct. 19-- Denies accusation: EEOC finds principal harassed two teachers

Oct. 19-- Inquiring about memorial services: Michener fans have phones ringing

Oct. 19-- Sports and Music Festival: MTV festival draws throngs of teen-agers to Austin park

Oct. 19-- Then she scratched: Woman cuts nails after decades trying to earn distinction

Oct. 19-- Texas Tomorrow Fund: Voters asked to secure tuition investments

Oct. 19-- Passing in no-passing zone: Five relatives, friend killed in car wreck

Oct. 18-- To 35 cents: Southwestern Bell announces pay phone rate hike

Oct. 18-- Fort Worth apartment fire: One of two stabbing victims tortured, police say

Oct. 18-- Replacing Bob Lanier: Houston voters must find replacement for hugely popular mayor

Oct. 18-- Still says he won't resign: Nixon to begin jail sentence

Oct. 18-- Judge in death case: 'Cease clowning for the jury'

Oct. 17-- Including judge's phone calls: Judge maintains public access should be determined by rule

Oct. 17-- Judge has health problems: Texas' $14 billion trial against tobacco industry delayed again

Oct. 17-- Baker Institute of Public Policy at Rice University: Ex-secretaries of state discuss foreign policy issues of 21st century

Oct. 17-- Marine Military Academy: Military school suspends cadets accused in throat-slashing

Oct. 17-- Combatting phone fraud: Seniors, state join to combat telemarketing fraud

Oct. 17-- Drew Nixon: Senator to serve time on weekends

Oct. 17-- Woman makes sexual allegations: Monsignor getting psychiatric evaluation

Oct. 17-- Checking Prison Fellowship project: Bush tours prison

Oct. 17-- Chez Soleil: Solar-run home near Austin is one of few in nation

Oct. 16-- Homicide suspected: Two women stabbed, burned to death in apartment; child injured

Oct. 16-- New Braunfels: City Council refuses to adopt city's historic first seal as city flag

Oct. 16-- Video slots: Bush, lawmen attack gambling machines

Oct. 16-- Safety concerns: Commission to consider rural speed changes

Oct. 16-- Receives life sentence: Man pleads guilty in cheerleader's death

Oct. 16-- To gifted and magnet programs: Federal judge sets trial date for school admissions case

Oct. 16-- Dallas ISD: Former superintendent pleads guilty to misapplying funds

Oct. 16-- Along Gulf Coast: North winds stir up red tide algae

Oct. 15-- Drill team member injured: Section of football stadium to be closed after bleacher collapse

Oct. 15-- Texas Tomorrow Fund: Tuition plan opens new enrollment period

Oct. 15-- Freedom of speech: Ex-employee suing comptroller over letter to newspaper

Oct. 15-- After lawsuit dismissal: Judicial scrutiny of mental health system draws to close

Oct. 15-- Designed to intercept ICBMs: Military still betting on THAAD missile despite misses

Oct. 15-- Co-workers' practical joke: Man settles lawsuit over workplace de-pantsing

Oct. 15-- Say state has 'sinned' against them: Missouri prisoners' families want loved ones closer to home

Oct. 15-- Sitting on the dock: Central Americans still wait for cruise ship

Oct. 14-- MHMR Lawsuit: 23 years of judicial scrutiny of mental health system could end Tuesday

Oct. 14-- Lost Property: State holding millions in lost, abandoned stuff

Oct. 14-- Lucky DNA: Evidence that led to Byrd pardon was almost destroyed

Oct. 14-- Flynn Allegations: Catholic priest asked to leave church so allegations can be investigated

Oct. 14-- Ten Years Later: Baby Jessica's family stays low-key 10 years after water well drama

Oct. 14-- The Christian Thing to Do? Anti-Catholic literature teaches community a lesson

Oct. 14-- Chilly State: First minor cold snap slides through Texas

Oct. 14-- Newlywed Survivors: Bosnian newlyweds say devotion helped them survive explosion, burns

Oct. 13-- James Michener: Acclaimed author discontinues life-sustaining medical treatment

Oct. 13-- Lawman Criticized: "Dirty Harry" constable's practices draw criticism

Oct. 13-- Crime Stoppers Actor: He's not a crook - really!

Oct. 13-- Herbicide Use: State suspends use of herbicides in water pending study

Oct. 13-- Domino Artist: West Texas craftsman makes dominoes a high art

Oct. 13-- States vs. Tobacco: Texas, tobacco industry square off in $14 billion trial

Oct. 13-- Disgraced Donna: South Texas town intimately familiar with infamy

Oct. 13-- Hill Country Monks: Greek Orthodox monastery finds home at former Muslim school in Hill Country

Oct. 12-- Adios, amigo: Texas' largest afternoon daily publishes final edition

Oct. 12-- Coastal flooding: Storms pound water-logged Corpus Christi

Oct. 12-- Mostly in blind trust: Investments boost governor's income, income tax filings show

Oct. 12-- Believed she'd suffered enough: Jury declines to indict grandmother for leaving 10-month boy in hot car

Oct. 12-- Turn it down: Police resume decibel checks on Sixth Street

Oct. 12-- Accused of perjury, misconduct: State judge quits, denies misdeeds

Oct. 12-- At the state Capitol: Anti-Defamation League expresses concern about Shabazz rally appearance

Oct. 12-- Aging fans: Kinder, gentler crowd expected for Rolling Stones concert

Oct. 12-- Parties not so wild: UT-OU Weekend isn't like it used to be

Oct. 11-- Thanks to increased shipping: Amtrak announces plans to expand Texas Eagle service

Oct. 11-- Applies to local law enforcement: Court block of accident records law expanded

Oct. 11-- 'Fuzzy animal' law: Young conservatives want law declared unconstitutional

Oct. 11-- End of an era: Last Loving living in Loving takes family name in stride

Oct. 11-- Sen. Drew Nixon: Young Democrats call for special session for empeachment hearing

Oct. 11-- Support for public information: Senator pledges continued efforts to open meetings

Oct. 11-- Seek relief from import restrictions: Drillers: Pipe shortage threatens oil boom

Oct. 11-- After Wright Amendment approval: Fort Worth sues Dallas to prohibit expansion of service at Love Field

Oct. 10-- Tobacco suit: Morales says appeals court ruling good for Texas

Oct. 10-- Big blast: Daytime meteor alarms West Texans, sends authorities scurrying

Oct. 10-- Judicial phone records: State senator chastises court for records decision

Oct. 10-- Amnesty International head: Capital punishment critic tours Texas death row

Oct. 10-- Slight dip continues trend: Enrollment at Texas public universities declining

Oct. 10-- For highway, mass transit improvement: Gramm, Byrd float plan to give states more gas tax revenues

Oct. 10-- Along Gulf Coast: Heavy rains cause street flooding, contribute to traffic death

Oct. 10-- Weak games or glitch?: Lottery Sales dip worries officials

Oct. 10-- The kindness of friends: Neighbor's helping hand lets 91-year-old carry on rustic life

Oct. 10-- Dallas Love Field: House gives final seal of approval to Wright Amendment changes

Oct. 9-- Immigrant aid: State to spend $18 million on food aid for elderly, disabled

Oct. 9-- Tobacco suit: Trial jury selection delayed -- again

Oct. 9-- Bailey's Fish Camp: Landmark dance hall burns

Oct. 9-- Symbolizing healing: San Antonio artist unveils 9-1/2-story mural

Oct. 9-- Supreme Court decision: Murder suspect hopeful, victim's family bitter over court ruling

Oct. 9-- After being cleared by DNA evidence: Bush says he will pardon Kevin Byrd

Oct. 9-- Unconventional program: Probationers study literature to refocus life

Oct. 9-- Better than it could have been: Bush says radioactive waste pact OK

Oct. 9-- Marine Militay Academy: Military school cadets accused in attempted murder of fellow student

Oct. 9-- Says punishment now over: Texas executes suspected serial killer Ricky Lee Green

Oct. 8-- Logic assignment: Experts: "Beautiful Blond" assignment assault on racial identity

Oct. 8-- Recognizing Latino influence: LBJ exhibit celebrates Texas Mexicans' contributions to state

Oct. 8-- Jewish holidays: Schools pay little heed to holy days, critics say

Oct. 8-- Only about a third sign up: Union chief: Few Kelly workers accepting Georgia C-5 jobs

Oct. 8-- Contradicts recent book: Former first lady: Johnson believed Warren Commission report

Oct. 8-- Eye on the sky: Observatory will get major scientific boost from Texas-sized telescope

Oct. 8-- Domestic dispute spills over: Three dead, one wounded in shooting at San Antonio business

Oct. 8-- Questions lower court actions: Tobacco industry requests 5th Circuit Court to stay trial

Oct. 8-- Dallas school district: Superintendent agrees to plead guilty to embezzlement

Oct. 8-- Texas Low-Level Radioactive Waste Disposal Compact: House okays low-level radioactive waste agreement

Oct. 8-- Concerning Dallas Love Field: Compromise reached over long-running Wright Amendment dispute

Oct. 7-- President's Veto: Clinton axes three military construction projects in Texas

Oct. 7-- Dallas Superintendent: Federal prosecutors expect to file charges against Gonzalez

Oct. 7-- Victims' Millions: County has $2.4 million in unclaimed victim restitution

Oct. 7-- Pay Phones: State limit on local pay phone costs expires

Oct. 7-- Herald-Post Closes: Scripps announces closure of El Paso Herald-Post

Oct. 7-- Red Tide: Scientists look for answers in battle against red tide

Oct. 7-- Tobacco Trial: Judge denies tobacco attempt to appeal trial division

Oct. 7-- New Trial: Court won't block fourth trial in Tyler murder case

Oct. 7-- UT President: Regent says field narrowed to nine; names confidential

Oct. 6-- Radioactive Dump: Residents battle plan to bury radioactive waste near their community

Oct. 6-- Flint Knappers: Group takes a Stone Age approach to making arrowheads, knives

Oct. 6-- Freeport Wiggles: Residents want to straighten crooked channel

Oct. 6-- Heroin, Suburbs: Heroin use grows in suburbs, maintains grip on inner cities

Oct. 6-- Molestation Case: Priest told to step down after sex-abuse accusations

Oct. 6-- Colossal Telescope: World's third-largest telescope finally sees action

Oct. 5-- Strike delayed: Continental pilots headed to bargaining table after contract offer rejected

Oct. 5-- Austin police department: Two more cops sue, alleging retaliation

Oct. 5-- Apparent carjacking: Three men charged in TSU dean's shooting death

Oct. 5-- Drew Nixon: Constituents split over convicted senator's future

Oct. 5-- Injunction hearing Thursday: Victims rights advocates disagree on sex offender registration suit

Oct. 5-- Citing security concerns: Judges order return of parking records

Oct. 5-- Breaking tradition: Pregnant ex-homecoming queen banned from passing on her crown

Oct. 5-- Death of popular school teacher: Jurors find 14-year-old guilty of capital murder

Oct. 4-- Big Man on Campus: State Fair's Big Tex is Navarro County's most famous citizen

Oct. 4-- City Bikes: Austin council approves purchase of city bikes

Oct. 4-- Teacher Challenge: Teacher group criticizes proposed changes, suggests teacher vote

Oct. 4-- Death Penalty Representation: Former law clerks paid more than $265,000 to represent condemned prisoners

Oct. 4-- Ethics Review: Ethics panel calls for change in 'toothless' ethics ordinance

Oct. 4-- Graglia's Rights: Federal judge says UT professor has right to speak his mind

Oct. 4-- Union Pacific Hearing: Shippers air Union Pacific grievances at Railroad Commission hearing

Oct. 4-- Kelly Employees: Georgia base begins hiring Kelly AFB workers

Oct. 4-- Child Support: Collections top $700 million

Oct. 4-- Education Board: Education commissioner tells board members he's tired of distrust

Oct. 3-- Stop Alcohol Violations Early: Authorities hope education program will reduce alcohol-related traffic deaths

Oct. 3-- Operation Rio Grande: Floodlights will continue to shine on the border

Oct. 3-- La Entrada al Pacifico: Proposed trade corridor into West Texas lacks funding, but not enthusiasm

Oct. 3-- Conservatory of Fine Arts: Bosque County town becoming center for cowboy artists

Oct. 3-- Requires 'radical alternatives': Senate interim committee begins looking at gang problem

Oct. 3-- Appeals court orders trial: New Jersey cop still pursuing lotto winnings

Oct. 3-- Long arm of the law: Murder suspect nabbed by DPS computer

Oct. 3-- Parole agency records show: More whites recommended for pardon than minorities

Oct. 3-- Accountability system begins next year: Day of reckoning looms for educator preparation programs

Oct. 3-- Rare appointment: Diocese names woman to investigate complaints against priests

Oct. 3-- Patent office comes to campus: Got an invention? Forget Washington, start the paperwork at Rice University

Oct. 3-- Separatists in court: Republic of Texas trial already has an odd air

Oct. 3-- Stranded in Texas: Central Americans stuck while cruise ship undergoes repairs

Oct. 3-- Dallas school district: FBI agents search superintendent's apartment

Oct. 3-- Headed College of Education: TSU dean's murder stuns campus

Oct. 3-- John Sharp: Comptroller open to private school vouchers

Oct. 2-- Change begins next week: Public Utility Commission drops 25-cent cap on local payphone calls

Oct. 2-- Michael Dell: Computer mogul contests tax appraisal

Oct. 2-- Access to accident reports: Media, DPS to seek attorney general's opinion on privacy law

Oct. 2-- Texas Civil Rights Project: Group says sexual harassment problem in schools

Oct. 2-- Give 10 years probation: Woman pleads guilty to hiring hit man on Internet to kill her ex-husband

Oct. 2-- Keeping her day job: Hutchison set to film appearance on 'Walker, Texas Ranger'

Oct. 2-- Paula Jones suit: Dallas law firm takes case; institute to raise funds for suit against Clinton

Oct. 2-- Just don't ad up: Math teachers flunk lottery's Cash 5 ads

Oct. 2-- Drew Nixon: State senator going to jail, staying in office

Oct. 2-- Strongly linked to poor grades: Study finds nearly 40 percent of Texas' black children in poverty

Oct. 2-- Apologizes to victim's family: Killer of businessman who tried to foil bank robbery heads for execution

Oct. 1-- School Safety: School districts spent $80.6 million on safety last year

Oct. 1-- Nixon Sentencing: State senator faces formal sentencing on gun, prostitution charges

Oct. 1-- Reese Closure: Lubbock's air base officially shuts down

Oct. 1-- University Diversity: UT law professor's comments continue to draw criticism

Oct. 1-- State Execution: Convicted killer of Northeast Texas store clerk heads for death

Oct. 1-- Prisoners Abuse: DA says actions during prison mini-riot don't warrant criminal charges

Oct. 1-- State School Cuts: Denton State School preparing for layoffs

Oct. 1-- Professor Suspended: Professor who admitted remark about minority students on paid leave

Oct. 1-- Big Shoe Revue: Clowns breaking into the big top with State Fair gigs