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College Football Playoff Expansion Sparks Optimism

Nashville, October 27, 2025 News Summary The expansion of the College Football Playoff from four to twelve teams has reignited hope among fans nationwide. Supporters in cities like College Station, Atlanta,...

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Austin Named Best College Town in America

Austin, Texas, October 27, 2025 News Summary Austin, Texas, has once again clinched the title of the best college town in America according to a WalletHub study. The city tops the...

Texas A&M football players celebrating their victory over LSU.

Texas A&M Triumphs Over LSU, Marks Historic Victory

College Station, October 27, 2025 News Summary Texas A&M University achieved a milestone by defeating LSU 49-25 in Baton Rouge, securing an 8-0 record—their best start since 1992. After trailing at...

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Severe Thunderstorms Wreak Havoc Across Texas

Texas, October 26, 2025 News Summary Severe thunderstorms have impacted large regions of Texas, with the National Weather Service warning of significant threats including large hail, damaging winds, and flash flooding....

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Texas A&M University Breaks Ground on Aplin Center

College Station, Texas, October 26, 2025 News Summary Texas A&M University has officially broken ground on the Aplin Center, a state-of-the-art facility designed to enhance student learning and community engagement. Named...

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College Station Council Shifts Focus to Midtown Park

College Station, Texas, October 26, 2025 News Summary The College Station City Council has voted 5-1 to pursue the Midtown Park proposal, abandoning the Veterans Park baseball field project. This decision...

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Fire Breaks Out at Rodeway Inn in College Station

College Station, October 25, 2025 News Summary A fire erupted at the Rodeway Inn in College Station during renovation work, forcing a swift evacuation of workers and guests. The College Station...

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College Station City Council Unveils New Baseball Complex Plans

College Station, October 25, 2025 News Summary The College Station City Council has shifted its focus from developing additional baseball fields at Veterans Park to creating a new baseball complex in...

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Freshman Football Player Injured at Deshler High School

Tuscumbia, Alabama, October 25, 2025 News Summary August Borden, a freshman at Deshler High School, is recovering at home after suffering severe injuries from an incident at the school. He sustained...

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Texas A&M Fined $50,000 for Faking Injuries During Game

College Station, Texas, October 23, 2025 News Summary Texas A&M faced a $50,000 fine from the SEC after being accused of faking injuries during a game against Arkansas. The incident involved...

POLITICS

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Austin Named Best College Town in America

Austin, Texas, October 27, 2025 News Summary Austin, Texas, has once again clinched the title of the best college town in America according to a WalletHub study. The city tops the...

Aerial view of the new baseball complex in College Station, Texas

College Station City Council Unveils New Baseball Complex Plans

College Station, October 25, 2025 News Summary The College Station City Council has shifted its focus from developing additional baseball fields at Veterans Park to creating a new baseball complex in...

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Tommy Williams Appointed Interim President of Texas A&M University

College Station, Texas, October 17, 2025 News Summary Tommy Williams has assumed the role of interim president at Texas A&M University, focusing on gender-identity discussions and academic freedom within the institution....

Community meeting for Midtown development planning.

College Station Leaders and Residents Work on Midtown Community Plan

College Station, TX, October 15, 2025 News Summary College Station city leaders are collaborating with Midtown residents on a comprehensive development plan for the area. Following a rejected proposal for a...

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Le’Veon Moss Injured in SEC Showdown Against Florida

College Station, Texas, October 12, 2025 News Summary Texas A&M’s senior running back Le’Veon Moss suffered a left knee injury during a key SEC game against the Florida Gators. The injury...

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Texas A&M Football Shines with Win Over Florida

College Station, October 12, 2025 News Summary Texas A&M football improved to 6-0 after defeating Florida 34-17. A strong offensive display and solid defense highlighted the Aggies’ performance at Kyle Field,...

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College Station Proposes New Baseball Complex

College Station, October 11, 2025 News Summary College Station is evaluating a proposal for a new baseball complex that could cost between $55 million and $60 million. The project includes a...

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College Station City Council Enhances Transparency Measures

College Station, TX, October 9, 2025 News Summary In response to community concerns over transparency, the College Station City Council is revamping communication strategies following backlash from a rejected data center...

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Tommy Williams Named Interim President of Texas A&M University

College Station, TX, October 4, 2025 News Summary Following the resignation of General Mark A. Welsh III, Tommy Williams has been appointed as the interim president of Texas A&M University. His...

Construction site of the Aplin Center at Texas A&M University

Texas A&M University Begins Construction on the Aplin Center

Bryan, Texas, October 4, 2025 News Summary Texas A&M University has initiated the construction of the Aplin Center following a groundbreaking ceremony. Named for Arch ‘Beaver’ Aplin, who made a historic...

CRIME

Students gathered in solidarity for an injured football player.

Freshman Football Player Injured at Deshler High School

Tuscumbia, Alabama, October 25, 2025 News Summary August Borden, a freshman at Deshler High School, is recovering at home after suffering severe injuries from an incident at the school. He sustained...

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Tragic Motorcycle Collision Claims Life in College Station

College Station, October 21, 2025 News Summary A tragic motorcycle accident in College Station, Texas, has led to the death of a 49-year-old man from Conroe. The collision occurred at the...

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College Station Police Seek Public Help in Restaurant Incident

College Station, TX, October 21, 2025 News Summary The College Station police are asking for community assistance to identify a suspect involved in an alarming altercation at Fuego Tortilla Grill. The...

Scene of a motorcycle crash in College Station with emergency response vehicles.

Motorcyclist Injured in College Station Road Crash

College Station, October 19, 2025 News Summary A motorcycle crash at the intersection of Wellborn Road and Harvey Mitchell Parkway in College Station resulted in major injuries to the rider. The...

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Texas A&M Police Report Spike in Intoxication on Game Day

College Station, Texas, October 14, 2025 News Summary Following the Texas A&M Aggies’ victory over the Florida Gators, the university’s police reported multiple incidents of public intoxication. The most notable case...

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Misinformation Surrounds College Station Woman’s Mugshot

College Station, October 14, 2025 News Summary Megan Davis, a College Station resident, faces emotional distress after her mugshot was misused in a viral social media post falsely depicting her as...

ECONOMY

Cityscape of Austin showcasing college life

Austin Named Best College Town in America

Austin, Texas, October 27, 2025 News Summary Austin, Texas, has once again clinched the title of the best college town in America according to a WalletHub study. The city tops the...

Rendering of the Aplin Center at Texas A&M University

Texas A&M University Breaks Ground on Aplin Center

College Station, Texas, October 26, 2025 News Summary Texas A&M University has officially broken ground on the Aplin Center, a state-of-the-art facility designed to enhance student learning and community engagement. Named...

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College Station Named One of the Best Places to Retire

College Station, Texas, October 11, 2025 News Summary Forbes has recognized College Station, Texas, as one of the top destinations for retirement in 2025. With its affordable housing, excellent healthcare access,...

Tourism attractions in College Station, Texas

College Station Achieves Tourism Friendly Certification

College Station, October 5, 2025 News Summary College Station has been recognized as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas, confirming its commitment to promoting tourism as a vital...

Police arresting a teenager near a nail salon in College Station.

16-Year-Old Arrested Following Nail Salon Break-In in College Station

News Summary Authorities in College Station have arrested a 16-year-old male for allegedly breaking into a local nail salon. The incident, which occurred early Wednesday morning, was reported by salon...

Homeowners discussing development issues at a community meeting in College Station

College Station Homeowners Urge City for Development Progress

News Summary Homeowners in College Station’s Midtown area are frustrated over unmet development promises made by the city more than a decade ago. Residents are seeking clarity on delayed community...

City Council members discussing utility assistance in College Station

College Station Council Considers Ending Power Reconnection Fees

News Summary The College Station City Council is evaluating a proposal to eliminate reconnection fees for residents whose electricity is shut off due to nonpayment. During a recent budget meeting,...

Illustration of a city council meeting discussing the budget in College Station

College Station City Council Proposes $474.2 Million Budget

News Summary The College Station City Council has proposed a budget of $474.2 million for Fiscal Year 2026, marking a decrease of $68.3 million from the prior year. The budget...

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Randall County 4-H Team Achieves Success at Texas 4-H Roundup

News Summary The Randall County 4-H Livestock Quiz Bowl Team secured fifth place at the Texas 4-H Roundup held in Bryan-College Station, showcasing exceptional agricultural knowledge and teamwork. Team members...

Local government meeting in College Station discussing critical community issues.

College Station Addresses Water Rights, Housing, and Public Safety

News Summary College Station City Councilman Bob Yancy discussed pressing local issues on WTAW’s The Infomaniacs, including a water rights lawsuit, impact fees, affordable housing, and public safety. Key topics...

SPORT

Texas A&M Aggies dominate LSU Tigers in football game

Texas A&M Aggies Defeat LSU Tigers in SEC Showdown

College Station, TX, October 27, 2025 News Summary In a thrilling SEC matchup, the Texas A&M Aggies secured a significant 49-25 victory over the LSU Tigers, remaining undefeated at 8-0. This...

Texas A&M Aggies players celebrating a victory against LSU Tigers

Texas A&M Aggies End 30-Year Losing Streak Against LSU

College Station, Texas, October 27, 2025 News Summary The Texas A&M Aggies football team achieved a historic victory over the LSU Tigers, defeating them 49-25 and breaking a 30-year losing streak...

New baseball complex in College Station with multiple fields and facilities

College Station City Council Proposes New Baseball Complex

College Station, October 25, 2025 News Summary The College Station City Council has proposed a new nine-field baseball complex at Southern Roots Baseball Complex in Midtown Park, shifting focus from Veterans...

Texas A&M Aggies facing LSU Tigers at a football game

Texas A&M Looks to Continue Undefeated Run Against LSU

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, October 25, 2025 News Summary The Texas A&M Aggies are set for a key SEC clash against the LSU Tigers, aiming to maintain their perfect 7-0 record. The...

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Texas A&M Aggies Eye First College Football Playoff Spot

College Station, Texas, October 23, 2025 News Summary The Texas A&M Aggies, led by Head Coach Mike Elko, are chasing their first College Football Playoff appearance with a perfect 7-0 record....

Tennis players competing at the ITA Texas Regional Championships

Sebastian Eriksson Advances to ITA Texas Regional Championships Semifinals

College Station, Texas, October 22, 2025 News Summary Sebastian Eriksson, a sophomore tennis player for Texas Men’s Tennis, has advanced to the semifinals at the ITA Texas Regional Championships. He secured...

DISASTERS

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Severe Thunderstorms Wreak Havoc Across Texas

Texas, October 26, 2025 News Summary Severe thunderstorms have impacted large regions of Texas, with the National Weather Service warning of significant threats including large hail, damaging winds, and flash flooding....

Firefighters responding to a blaze at Rodeway Inn in College Station

Fire Breaks Out at Rodeway Inn in College Station

College Station, October 25, 2025 News Summary A fire erupted at the Rodeway Inn in College Station during renovation work, forcing a swift evacuation of workers and guests. The College Station...

Emergency vehicles at the scene of a motorcycle accident in College Station, Texas

Tragic Motorcycle Accident Claims Life of Local Rider

College Station, Texas, October 21, 2025 News Summary A motorcycle accident in College Station resulted in the death of Joshua Spann Haynes, a 49-year-old from Conroe. The collision occurred at the...

Motorcycle parked on a winding road emphasizing road safety.

Tragic Motorcycle Collision Claims Life in College Station

College Station, October 21, 2025 News Summary A tragic motorcycle accident in College Station, Texas, has led to the death of a 49-year-old man from Conroe. The collision occurred at the...

A vibrant Tex-Mex restaurant filled with diners enjoying their meals.

College Station Police Seek Public Help in Restaurant Incident

College Station, TX, October 21, 2025 News Summary The College Station police are asking for community assistance to identify a suspect involved in an alarming altercation at Fuego Tortilla Grill. The...

Scene of a motorcycle accident with emergency responders

Motorcyclist Killed in Crash at Longmire Drive

College Station, TX, October 20, 2025 News Summary A tragic motorcycle accident on Longmire Drive near Sara Drive resulted in the death of 49-year-old Joshua Haynes from Conroe, Texas. The incident,...

Scene of a motorcycle crash in College Station with emergency response vehicles.

Motorcyclist Injured in College Station Road Crash

College Station, October 19, 2025 News Summary A motorcycle crash at the intersection of Wellborn Road and Harvey Mitchell Parkway in College Station resulted in major injuries to the rider. The...

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Search Underway for Missing 16-Year-Old in College Station

College Station, Texas, October 17, 2025 News Summary The College Station Police Department is searching for a missing 16-year-old girl named Dymauery Henderson, last seen wearing a pink dress and carrying...

Representation of misinformation's impact on individuals in a digital age.

Misinformation Surrounds College Station Woman’s Mugshot

College Station, October 14, 2025 News Summary Megan Davis, a College Station resident, faces emotional distress after her mugshot was misused in a viral social media post falsely depicting her as...

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Texas A&M Fan Arrested for Extreme Intoxication During Game

College Station, Texas, October 13, 2025 News Summary During a recent football game, a Texas A&M University fan was arrested for an alarming blood alcohol content (BAC) of .337, nearly four...

HEALTH

Emergency vehicles at the scene of a motorcycle accident in College Station, Texas

Tragic Motorcycle Accident Claims Life of Local Rider

College Station, Texas, October 21, 2025 News Summary A motorcycle accident in College Station resulted in the death of Joshua Spann Haynes, a 49-year-old from Conroe. The collision occurred at the...

Scenic view of College Station, Texas, highlighting amenities for retirees.

College Station Named Among Best U.S. Towns for Retirement

College Station, Texas, October 19, 2025 News Summary College Station, Texas, has been recognized by Forbes as one of the top retirement destinations in the U.S. Factors contributing to this ranking...

Closed Starbucks location in College Station Northgate District

Starbucks to Close College Station Location in Northgate District

College Station, Texas, September 27, 2025 News Summary Starbucks has announced the closure of its Northgate District location in College Station by the end of this week as part of a...

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College Station Girl Scouts Create Book Nook for Hospital Patients

College Station, Texas, September 20, 2025 News Summary Riley Yates and Caitlyn Lucas, two Girl Scouts from Troop 9018 in College Station, created a book nook at the Baylor Scott &...

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Texas A&M Students Face Frustrations on Move-in Day

College Station, Texas, September 4, 2025 News Summary Move-in day at The Aria apartments for Texas A&M students was overshadowed by numerous complaints of uncleanliness and serious maintenance issues, including visible...

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Community Mourns the Loss of J.P. Hamilton

College Station, Texas, August 5, 2025 News Summary Jerry Paul ‘J.P.’ Hamilton, a beloved figure in College Station, Texas, passed away after a courageous battle with Stage IV colon cancer. Known...

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College Station Reports Positive West Nile Virus Case in Mosquito

News Summary The Brazos County Health District has confirmed a positive West Nile Virus case in a mosquito collected from College Station, raising health concerns. BCHD urges community vigilance and...

Reveille X, the rough collie mascot of Texas A&M University, resting at home after surgery.

Reveille X from Texas A&M University Recovers from Surgery

News Summary Reveille X, the beloved rough collie mascot of Texas A&M University, is recovering after successful glaucoma surgery that resulted in the removal of her right eye. Following the...

Reveille X the rough collie mascot resting after eye surgery in a veterinary clinic.

Reveille X Undergoes Successful Eye Surgery

News Summary Reveille X, Texas A&M University’s beloved rough collie mascot, successfully had her right eye removed due to glaucoma. After exhibiting signs of discomfort, the surgery revealed abnormal tissue....

Reveille X resting in a recovery space after surgery

Reveille X Undergoes Eye Surgery at Texas A&M University

News Summary Reveille X, the beloved mascot of Texas A&M University, has undergone successful eye surgery to remove her right eye due to glaucoma. Following the procedure, Texas A&M President...

TECH UPDATES

Residents express concerns at a town hall meeting about the proposed data center sale in College Station.

Community Opposition Grows Against Data Center Sale in College Station

College Station, September 12, 2025 News Summary In College Station, Texas, locals are rallying against a proposed sale of 200 acres for a 600 megawatt data center, raising concerns over noise,...

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College Station City Council to Evaluate Major Real Estate Deal

College Station, September 9, 2025 News Summary The College Station City Council is set to evaluate a $30 million real estate contract with Priority Power Management for 200 acres in the...

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Texas A&M Unveils AI Avatar to Revolutionize Healthcare Administration

News Summary Texas A&M University has introduced an AI avatar named ‘Cassie’ aimed at streamlining administrative tasks in healthcare settings. Designed to reduce costs and improve service delivery, Cassie understands...

Students at Texas A&M Mays Business School using technology in their studies.

Texas A&M’s Mays Business School Partners with Perplexity AI

News Summary Texas A&M’s Mays Business School has partnered with Perplexity AI to enhance student learning through access to advanced AI tools. This initiative aims to prepare students for a...

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Senator Schwertner Navigates Legislative Agenda Amid Controversy

News Summary Texas State Senator Charles Schwertner appears on local media to discuss the pressing issues he aims to tackle during the 89th Texas Legislative Session. Despite facing serious allegations...

Students working together on innovative apps at Texas A&M University.

Innovative Apps Enhance Student Life at Texas A&M University

News Summary The Aggie Coding Club at Texas A&M University is leading the charge in transforming student life through innovative apps. With projects like MaroonRides and AggieSeek, the club addresses...

Construction site of the Bryan semiconductor complex

Bryan Secures Property Tax Breaks for New Semiconductor Complex

News Summary Bryan, Texas, is moving forward with negotiations to secure property tax breaks for a transformative $13 billion semiconductor manufacturing complex at the RELLIS campus. The Bryan Independent School...

SafetySticks monitoring downtown parking in Bryan

City of Bryan Implements High-Tech Solutions for Downtown Parking

News Summary To combat persistent parking challenges in Downtown Bryan, city officials have introduced innovative devices known as SafetySticks. These solar-powered gadgets, placed at five strategic locations, will collect crucial...

Veterinary professionals utilizing AI technology in a modern clinic

Transformation in Veterinary Care at Texas A&M

News Summary Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences has partnered with VetRec to enhance veterinary education through AI-driven platforms. This collaboration aims to streamline medical documentation, allowing...

Students and professors collaborating with AI technology in a modern classroom at Texas A&M University.

Texas A&M University Embraces AI in Academia Amidst Debate

News Summary Texas A&M University, located in College Station, is integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into its academic framework. Professors and students are exploring innovative ways to enhance education and research...

SCIENCE

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College Station Celebrates Local Talent on ‘The Voice’

College Station, Texas, September 27, 2025 News Summary Aiden Ross, a 20-year-old student from College Station, made a memorable debut on ‘The Voice’ by achieving a rare four-chair turn during his...

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Texas A&M University Pioneers Wearable Health Technology

News Summary Researchers at Texas A&M University, in collaboration with Stanford and Tel Aviv universities, are developing advanced wearable health technology designed to predict diseases before symptoms emerge. Led by...

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Laila Browder Earns AAU Nationals All-American Honors

News Summary Laila Browder from College Station High School has been named a 2025 AAU Nationals All-American following her outstanding performance at the AAU Girls Junior National Volleyball Championships. Competing...

Agricultural setup on the Moon with plants growing in lunar soil simulants.

Texas A&M Student Pioneers Moon Agriculture Research

News Summary A graduate student at Texas A&M University is leading innovative research to cultivate chickpeas in lunar regolith simulants aimed at supporting NASA’s Artemis program. Jess Atkin’s work involves...

A total lunar eclipse blood moon illuminating a Texas night sky

Texas Shines Under the Blood Moon: A Mesmerizing Lunar Eclipse

News Summary On March 14, 2025, a stunning total lunar eclipse captivated viewers in College Station, Texas, transforming the moon into a mesmerizing reddish-orange orb. This celestial event, often called...

Texas A&M University space research facility concept

Texas A&M University to Establish Permanent Presence on ISS

News Summary Texas A&M University is poised to become the first university with a permanent presence on the International Space Station through their TAMU-SPIRIT initiative. This groundbreaking project, developed in...

Concept image of the TAMU-SPIRIT Space Research Facility on the ISS

Texas A&M University Launches New Space Research Facility

News Summary Texas A&M University, in partnership with Aegis Aerospace, is set to develop the TAMU-SPIRIT facility on the International Space Station. This innovative effort will enable researchers at Texas...

Researchers developing nanopesticide technology at Texas A&M

Breakthrough in Pesticide Technology from Texas A&M Researchers

News Summary Texas A&M University researchers in College Station are pioneering the development of a novel pesticide delivery system that employs nanopesticides. This innovative approach enhances the effectiveness and sustainability...

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