2026 NFL schedule: Bills stadium debuts Week 2, Cowboys at Giants Week 1, vs. Eagles on Thanksgiving
Read full article: 2026 NFL schedule: Bills stadium debuts Week 2, Cowboys at Giants Week 1, vs. Eagles on ThanksgivingThe Buffalo Bills' first regular-season game in their new stadium will be against the Detroit Lions on Sept. 17 and will kick off Amazon Prime Video’s “Thursday Night Football” schedule.
By threatening public safety grants, Greg Abbott exerts control over Texas cities
Read full article: By threatening public safety grants, Greg Abbott exerts control over Texas citiesThe governor’s threats have produced quick wins on hot-button issues important to the GOP base – immigration and perceived threats posed by Islam.
World Cup hotel bookings short of expectations in Texas amid anti-U.S. sentiment abroad
Read full article: World Cup hotel bookings short of expectations in Texas amid anti-U.S. sentiment abroadA recent survey of hoteliers in the Dallas area and Houston found anticipated demand is not translating into strong hotel bookings less than 40 days from the start of the tournament.
Texas’ 33rd Congressional District Democratic runoff: Who is running and what to know
Read full article: Texas’ 33rd Congressional District Democratic runoff: Who is running and what to knowThe primary between predecessor and successor arose from a combination of redistricting and Allred’s move to exit the U.S. Senate race to make way for Rep. Jasmine Crockett.
Dallas’ Highland Park votes to leave Texas’ second-largest public transit system
Read full article: Dallas’ Highland Park votes to leave Texas’ second-largest public transit systemVoters in Highland Park chose to leave Dallas Area Rapid Transit amid complaints that the transit service isn’t worth the cost.
ICE warrants were central to Abbott’s immigration dispute with Texas cities. Here’s how they work.
Read full article: ICE warrants were central to Abbott’s immigration dispute with Texas cities. Here’s how they work.Unlike criminal warrants, ICE administrative warrants don’t require approval from an independent judge. ICE defends the practice, but legal experts say they can have errors and risk wrongful detention.
Exonerees struggle to rebuild their lives and gain lasting employment, even if elected to office
Read full article: Exonerees struggle to rebuild their lives and gain lasting employment, even if elected to officePeople who are wrongfully incarcerated then exonerated, sometimes after spending decades behind bars, face yet more challenges finding jobs and rebuilding their lives after their release.
Texas AG Ken Paxton files lawsuit against Houston “birth tourism” center
Read full article: Texas AG Ken Paxton files lawsuit against Houston “birth tourism” centerTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against a Houston-area birth tourism operation accused of helping foreign nationals obtain U.S. citizenship for their children through alleged visa fraud and deceptive practices.
This year's World Cup games could be sizzling. Here's what's being done to prepare for extreme heat
Read full article: This year's World Cup games could be sizzling. Here's what's being done to prepare for extreme heatThe 2022 World Cup tournament in Qatar was moved from summer to winter because of the threat of extreme heat.
Austin, Dallas revise police policy allowing more ICE cooperation after Abbott funding cut threat
Read full article: Austin, Dallas revise police policy allowing more ICE cooperation after Abbott funding cut threatAustin, which on Friday became the third city to revise similar policies, had $2.5 million in public safety grants at risk before receiving a deadline extension to make the changes.
Northwest Mall being demolished to make way for Houston station of Texas High-Speed Rail line
Read full article: Northwest Mall being demolished to make way for Houston station of Texas High-Speed Rail lineIn a new step forward for the Texas High-Speed Rail line project which will connect Houston and Dallas, a spokesperson confirms demolition work has begun on Houston’s Northwest Mall to make way for the Houston station of the rail line.
Boldy has 2 goals and an assist as Wild overwhelm Stars 6-1 to open series
Read full article: Boldy has 2 goals and an assist as Wild overwhelm Stars 6-1 to open seriesMatt Boldy had two goals with an assist, Joel Ericksson Ek scored two power-play goals and rookie goalie Jesper Wallstedt stopped 27 shots in his postseason debut to help the Minnesota Wild beat the Dallas Stars 6-1 in Game 1 of their Western Conference playoff series.
Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild finally set for Game 1 in long-expected 1st-round NHL playoff series
Read full article: Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild finally set for Game 1 in long-expected 1st-round NHL playoff seriesThe Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild are getting ready to start a first-round playoff series that has been expected for months.
Gov. Greg Abbott threatens $200 million in funding from major Texas cities over ICE policies
Read full article: Gov. Greg Abbott threatens $200 million in funding from major Texas cities over ICE policiesThe governor’s letters to Austin, Dallas and Houston say the state will pull back state grants because of local policies that deter police from fully cooperating with immigration officials.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sues Houston over immigration ordinance
Read full article: Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sues Houston over immigration ordinanceTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against the City of Houston over its recently passed ordinance that limits when the Houston Police Department can call U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Cooper Flagg's standout rookie season ends as the No. 1 pick of the Mavs injures ankle in finale
Read full article: Cooper Flagg's standout rookie season ends as the No. 1 pick of the Mavs injures ankle in finaleCooper Flagg’s standout rookie season ended slightly prematurely after the No. 1 pick of the Dallas Mavericks limped to the locker room in the finale against Chicago and was ruled out with an ankle sprain.
Here’s how to cast a ballot in Texas’ May 2 local elections
Read full article: Here’s how to cast a ballot in Texas’ May 2 local electionsIn-person early voting runs from April 20-28. The last day to apply to cast a ballot by mail is April 20. Read more about who qualifies for that option, which is limited in Texas, in our guide.
Judge orders rapper Pooh Shiesty to remain in custody in case involving rapper Gucci Mane's label
Read full article: Judge orders rapper Pooh Shiesty to remain in custody in case involving rapper Gucci Mane's labelA federal judge ordered rapper Pooh Shiesty to remain in custody after he and eight others were accused of kidnapping three music industry professionals and robbing them at gunpoint in Texas during a contract dispute involving rapper Gucci Mane’s record label.
Anthony Edwards ineligible for NBA postseason awards after Timberwolves rule him out against Pistons
Read full article: Anthony Edwards ineligible for NBA postseason awards after Timberwolves rule him out against PistonsAnthony Edwards is ineligible for NBA postseason awards because he can’t reach the 65-game minimum after the Minnesota Timberwolves ruled out him out against the Detroit Pistons.
Legislators, business leaders highlight Texas policies driving competition with Wall Street
Read full article: Legislators, business leaders highlight Texas policies driving competition with Wall StreetThe panelists at the Dallas event hosted by The Texas Tribune said “Y’all Street” is poised to become the nation's financial capital.
Texas suburbs lead U.S. for population growth as international migration slows, census finds
Read full article: Texas suburbs lead U.S. for population growth as international migration slows, census findsWaller County, near Houston, was the second fastest growing county in the U.S. Another three Texas counties were among the 10 fastest growing in U.S.
Which Texas city is the capital for scammers? Can you guess?
Read full article: Which Texas city is the capital for scammers? Can you guess?Houston is becoming more and more of a destination spot and it’s confusing locals more than ever, but as the influx of visitors and new residents staying here, more scams are being reported.
Stephen Curry will participate in play-in tourney for Warriors if he's able, coach Steve Kerr says
Read full article: Stephen Curry will participate in play-in tourney for Warriors if he's able, coach Steve Kerr saysGolden State coach Steve Kerr says Stephen Curry will be available for the play-in tournament if his ailing right knee allows.
State asks to continue monitoring Dallas-area foster care contractor until August
Read full article: State asks to continue monitoring Dallas-area foster care contractor until AugustThe state said EMPOWER needed more time to improve conditions after two children died under the contractor's care over the years.
CEOs of top airlines demand Congress restore funding to Homeland Security and pay airport workers
Read full article: CEOs of top airlines demand Congress restore funding to Homeland Security and pay airport workersThe CEOs of the nation’s top airline companies are imploring Congress to restore funding to the Department of Homeland Security and embrace a bipartisan solution to pay federal aviation workers, including airport security officers, during a partial government shutdown.
It isn't only freshmen making this March Madness special. Here are top prospects in other classes
Read full article: It isn't only freshmen making this March Madness special. Here are top prospects in other classesThis is the type of NCAA Tournament that should delight college basketball and NBA fans alike.
Flight cancellations and delays continue after US storms dump snow in the Midwest and head east
Read full article: Flight cancellations and delays continue after US storms dump snow in the Midwest and head eastThousands of flights are canceled or delayed one day after powerful storms swept across the eastern half of the country and disrupted thousands of others.
Rep. Jasmine Crockett confirms security team member killed by Dallas police in standoff
Read full article: Rep. Jasmine Crockett confirms security team member killed by Dallas police in standoffDiamon Mazairre Robinson impersonated a federal agent and had two active felony warrants for years, officials say, but was hired by Crockett and police agencies under an alias.
Afghan man who worked with US military dies in Texas ICE custody
Read full article: Afghan man who worked with US military dies in Texas ICE custodyOfficials say an Afghan immigrant whose family said had worked with U.S. forces in his home country died at a Texas hospital after having been detained by immigration authorities.
Southwest pilot deboards plane at Hobby Airport after taser found, triggering TSA rescreening
Read full article: Southwest pilot deboards plane at Hobby Airport after taser found, triggering TSA rescreeningA taser was discovered aboard a Southwest Airlines plane at Houston’s William P. Hobby Airport, prompting passengers to be removed and re screened before departure.
NHL trade deadline upended as old contenders sell and new buyers add with an eye on the playoffs
Read full article: NHL trade deadline upended as old contenders sell and new buyers add with an eye on the playoffsTwo-time Stanley Cup champion Florida, Toronto, St. Louis and so many perennial contenders were sellers at the NHL trade deadline.
NHL's best in the West load up on the eve of the trade deadline
Read full article: NHL's best in the West load up on the eve of the trade deadlineWith less than 24 hours left before the NHL trade deadline, a few Stanley Cup contenders in the Western Conference are not waiting until the last minute to get deals done.
In Dallas County, frustration and confusion after GOP forces switch to precinct-based voting
Read full article: In Dallas County, frustration and confusion after GOP forces switch to precinct-based votingCountywide vote centers weren’t used for election day. The ensuing disorder spurred an unresolved legal battle.
Change in primary voting rules leads to confusion in 2 Texas counties as voters are turned away
Read full article: Change in primary voting rules leads to confusion in 2 Texas counties as voters are turned awayA rule change for primary voting in two Texas counties led to mass voter confusion that eventually led to a state supreme court ruling, threats of more legal action and the potential that an untold number of voters could find themselves disenfranchised.
Texas Senate Democratic candidates raise concerns over voting location changes in two counties
Read full article: Texas Senate Democratic candidates raise concerns over voting location changes in two countiesDallas and Williamson counties closed centralized voting centers, which had become a common practice, at the request of local Republicans.
Kamala Harris endorses Jasmine Crockett in Texas Democratic Senate primary
Read full article: Kamala Harris endorses Jasmine Crockett in Texas Democratic Senate primaryFormer Vice President Kamala Harris has endorsed Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett in Texas’ Democratic Senate primary, giving Crockett a big boost as she faces concerns about electability.
Kamala Harris makes last-minute pitch for Jasmine Crockett with robocall
Read full article: Kamala Harris makes last-minute pitch for Jasmine Crockett with robocallThe call gives Crockett a jolt of support from one of her party’s biggest stars in the home stretch of her Senate Democratic primary against state Rep. James Talarico.
North Texas suburb will stay in region’s largest public transit system for now
Read full article: North Texas suburb will stay in region’s largest public transit system for nowThe Plano City Council led an aggressive push to dismantle the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system. The suburb reached an agreement with the agency earlier this year to claw back some tax dollars and other concessions.
Kyrie Irving won't play this season for the Mavericks as he continues recovery from knee injury
Read full article: Kyrie Irving won't play this season for the Mavericks as he continues recovery from knee injuryKyrie Irving won’t play this season as the star guard for the Dallas Mavericks continues his recovery from a knee injury sustained almost a year ago.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton accuses Dallas of spending too little on police
Read full article: Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton accuses Dallas of spending too little on policeIn a new lawsuit, Paxton accused city officials of under-calculating how much money should go to law enforcement under a voter-backed provision.
US applications for jobless benefits falls to 227,000 last week, remaining at recent healthy levels
Read full article: US applications for jobless benefits falls to 227,000 last week, remaining at recent healthy levelsThe number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell last week, remaining within the historically healthy range of the past few years.
Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg sidelined by left midfoot sprain, out for NBA's Rising Stars
Read full article: Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg sidelined by left midfoot sprain, out for NBA's Rising StarsDallas Mavericks rookie teenage standout Cooper Flagg will miss their final game before the All-Star break and not play in the NBA’s Rising Stars game this weekend because of a left midfoot sprain.
Trump administration cuts number of sites for testing the 2030 census, focusing on the South
Read full article: Trump administration cuts number of sites for testing the 2030 census, focusing on the SouthThe Trump administration is eliminating four out of six planned locations for a 2030 census practice test.
Labor Department delays January jobs report because of partial shutdown
Read full article: Labor Department delays January jobs report because of partial shutdownThe Labor Department, citing the partial federal government shutdown, said Monday that it will not release the January jobs report on Friday as scheduled.
Cooper Flagg breaks NBA teen record with 49 points in Mavs' loss to Hornets
Read full article: Cooper Flagg breaks NBA teen record with 49 points in Mavs' loss to HornetsAs Dallas rookie Cooper Flagg set the NBA record for points by a teenager with 49 on Thursday night in a 123-121 loss to Charlotte, he broke the franchise rookie scoring record he shared with Mark Aguirre — whose jersey was retired at halftime.
Hornets edge Mavericks 123-121 to spoil Cooper Flagg' 49-point game
Read full article: Hornets edge Mavericks 123-121 to spoil Cooper Flagg' 49-point gameKon Knueppel made two free throws with 4.1 seconds left for a career-high 34 points and the Charlotte Hornets beat the Dallas Mavericks 123-121 on Thursday night, spoiling Duke roommate Cooper Flagg’s 49-point game.
Luka Doncic's emotions ease in 2nd Dallas visit as Lakers star beats his former team again
Read full article: Luka Doncic's emotions ease in 2nd Dallas visit as Lakers star beats his former team againLuka Doncic walked toward the wrong locker room at halftime before a quick U-turn by the Los Angeles Lakers star in his second trip to Dallas.
New red-leaning congressional seat in North Texas draws wide-open GOP primary field
Read full article: New red-leaning congressional seat in North Texas draws wide-open GOP primary fieldThe once solidly blue 32nd District is considered the safest bet for Republicans out of the five Democratic seats targeted by the GOP’s new congressional gerrymander.
Texas officials say the power grid will hold through winter storm, but local outages are likely
Read full article: Texas officials say the power grid will hold through winter storm, but local outages are likelyState and local officials say they’re better prepared than they were five years ago when Winter Storm Uri blanketed the state, killing hundreds and leaving scores without power and water.
North Texas school district cancels Islamic Games for alleged ties to group governor calls terroristic
Read full article: North Texas school district cancels Islamic Games for alleged ties to group governor calls terroristicThe games' organizers said it was not associated with the group Gov. Greg Abbott has targeted.
An arctic storm is expected to blanket the state. Here’s what Texans can expect.
Read full article: An arctic storm is expected to blanket the state. Here’s what Texans can expect.Texas is preparing for the coldest temperatures of the season, and forecasters are warning of possible power outages and icy roads in much of the state.
As immigrant arrests rise, here’s what to know about ICE operations in Texas
Read full article: As immigrant arrests rise, here’s what to know about ICE operations in TexasThe Trump administration is going all in on accelerating mass deportation efforts. Here’s how ICE operations look in Texas, home to an estimated 2 million undocumented immigrants.
Jasmine Crockett’s pastor, Frederick Haynes III, sees Congress as stage to pursue social justice
Read full article: Jasmine Crockett’s pastor, Frederick Haynes III, sees Congress as stage to pursue social justiceHaynes staked out several progressive policy positions at his recent campaign launch event, including support for Medicare for All and dismantling U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Dallas and Williamson counties end countywide voting sites for primary election day
Read full article: Dallas and Williamson counties end countywide voting sites for primary election dayDallas and Williamson county Republicans are shifting away from using countywide voting sites on Election Day for Texas’ March 3 primary. Democrats will have to fall in line.
North Texas’ largest public transit system may come undone in 2026
Read full article: North Texas’ largest public transit system may come undone in 2026The push by four Dallas-area suburbs to exit the multi-city partnership comes as state transportation officials have said the state needs more public transit, not less.
Nuggets forward Cameron Johnson avoids major knee injury but will miss a few games, AP source says
Read full article: Nuggets forward Cameron Johnson avoids major knee injury but will miss a few games, AP source saysA person with knowledge of the medical tests tells The Associated Press that the Denver Nuggets have received positive news about forward Cameron Johnson.
Trevon Diggs faces an uncertain future with the Cowboys after a lengthy and mysterious absence
Read full article: Trevon Diggs faces an uncertain future with the Cowboys after a lengthy and mysterious absenceTrevon Diggs faces an uncertain future with the Dallas Cowboys after a two-month absence that started when he got a concussion in an accident at home.
Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese bring a youth movement to USA Basketball camp
Read full article: Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese bring a youth movement to USA Basketball campThere’s a youth movement at USA Basketball camp this weekend with young WNBA players Paige Bueckers, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese making their debuts with the senior national team.
1,000 cities in Texas, including Houston and Galveston, under Paxton investigation
Read full article: 1,000 cities in Texas, including Houston and Galveston, under Paxton investigationTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched a sweeping review into the financial practices of nearly 1,000 cities across the state, including major metros such as Houston, Galveston, Dallas and San Antonio, to determine whether local governments are complying with state audit and transparency laws.
‘He didn’t deserve this’: Family remembers Houston father killed at Dallas baby shower
Read full article: ‘He didn’t deserve this’: Family remembers Houston father killed at Dallas baby showerA Houston family is grieving 33-year-old Joseph “JoJo” Premeaux, a husband and father of three who was shot and killed at a Dallas baby shower, saying “he didn’t deserve this” and remembering him as a protector who “loved life” and “loved his kids and his wife.”
Tom Hicks, the Texas businessman who owned Stars, Rangers and Liverpool teams, dies at 79
Read full article: Tom Hicks, the Texas businessman who owned Stars, Rangers and Liverpool teams, dies at 79Tom Hicks, the Texas businessman and philanthropist who owned two Dallas-area professional sports franchises and an English Premier League soccer team, died Saturday.
Zohran Mamdani and the Louvre make the list of most mispronounced words of 2025
Read full article: Zohran Mamdani and the Louvre make the list of most mispronounced words of 2025From the election of Zohran Mamdani to the intrigue surrounding the jewel heist at the Louvre, keeping up with this year’s news also left some Americans struggling with pronunciations.
Prescott's Cowboys overcome Mahomes' fourth-down magic in 31-28 Thanksgiving win over Chiefs
Read full article: Prescott's Cowboys overcome Mahomes' fourth-down magic in 31-28 Thanksgiving win over ChiefsDak Prescott threw for two touchdowns, Malik Davis sprinted 43 yards for a score and the Dallas Cowboys overcame two fourth down TD throws from Patrick Mahomes in a 31-28 Thanksgiving victory over the Kansas City Chiefs.
Black Friday arrives with solid momentum despite tariffs and economic uncertainty
Read full article: Black Friday arrives with solid momentum despite tariffs and economic uncertaintyBlack Friday may no longer be the retail bacchanalia of years past, but the event still has enough enthusiasts to make it the biggest single shopping day in the U.S.
Megan Thee Stallion’s foundation feeds nearly 2,000 Texas families for Thanksgiving
Read full article: Megan Thee Stallion’s foundation feeds nearly 2,000 Texas families for ThanksgivingHouston rapper Megan Thee Stallion’s Pete & Thomas Foundation partnered with Walmart this week to provide Thanksgiving meals and essential items to nearly 2,000 underserved families in Texas.
What to expect at Houston’s 2025 Thanksgiving Day Parade: Performers, floats, and more
Read full article: What to expect at Houston’s 2025 Thanksgiving Day Parade: Performers, floats, and moreGet new details on Houston’s H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade and the reimagined Deck the Hall celebration announced by city leaders.
They couldn’t save their daughters’ lives in the July 4 floods. Now they’re dealing with the grief and the guilt.
Read full article: They couldn’t save their daughters’ lives in the July 4 floods. Now they’re dealing with the grief and the guilt.RJ and Annie Harber have leaned on faith, their community and each other to move through each day after losing their daughters and RJ’s parents. But memories of that night still haunt them.
AP Top 25 poll preview: ACC playoff picture gets messier with Georgia Tech loss and SMU win
Read full article: AP Top 25 poll preview: ACC playoff picture gets messier with Georgia Tech loss and SMU winEight of the top 10 teams in the AP Top 25 poll either had the day off or faced easy opponents on Saturday.
LGBTQ+ Texans fought to be recognized. That work is eroding under a conservative pressure campaign.
Read full article: LGBTQ+ Texans fought to be recognized. That work is eroding under a conservative pressure campaign.Conservative activists argue they’re protecting women and rebalancing the law that Democrats tilted in favor of LGBTQ+ people.
Car-dominant Texas needs more public transit to meet mobility demands, TxDOT report says
Read full article: Car-dominant Texas needs more public transit to meet mobility demands, TxDOT report saysAs the state’s population grows, more travel options are needed in rural and smaller urban areas and between major cities, according to a draft of the first-of-its-kind plan.
“All Eyes on Her” art exhibit highlights Houston women artists and empowerment. Here’s where you can see the show.
Read full article: “All Eyes on Her” art exhibit highlights Houston women artists and empowerment. Here’s where you can see the show.Houston’s “All Eyes on Her” art exhibition celebrates female creativity and empowerment. Curated by Gary T. Murphy, the show features bold works by local and rising artists, with proceeds benefiting Dress for Success Houston.
Cowboys make major move for beleaguered defense in trade for Jets' Quinnen Williams
Read full article: Cowboys make major move for beleaguered defense in trade for Jets' Quinnen WilliamsThe Dallas Cowboys have traded for star defensive tackle Quinnen Williams of the Jets in a major move to try to improve one of the NFL’s worst defenses.
Dallas Stars go into home opener under Glen Gulutzan still looking to compete more after 2-0 start
Read full article: Dallas Stars go into home opener under Glen Gulutzan still looking to compete more after 2-0 startStars coach Glen Gulutzan has repeatedly said he wants the team to compete more in every aspect.
Dallas ICE facility shooter feared radiation exposure and practiced shooting, records show
Read full article: Dallas ICE facility shooter feared radiation exposure and practiced shooting, records showNewly released records reveal details about the gunman who attacked a Dallas immigration facility in September.
Arch Manning and Texas get much-needed 23-6 win over No. 6 Oklahoma in Red River Rivalry
Read full article: Arch Manning and Texas get much-needed 23-6 win over No. 6 Oklahoma in Red River RivalryRyan Niblett returned a punt 75 yards for a decisive touchdown in the fourth quarter and Texas got a much-needed 23-6 win over sixth-ranked Oklahoma.
Oklahoma QB John Mateer throws 3 interceptions vs. Texas in return 3 weeks after hand injury
Read full article: Oklahoma QB John Mateer throws 3 interceptions vs. Texas in return 3 weeks after hand injuryOklahoma quarterback John Mateer threw for 202 yards and three interceptions in his return for sixth-ranked Oklahoma.
Texas stock exchange gets federal approval as state tries to compete with New York heavyweights
Read full article: Texas stock exchange gets federal approval as state tries to compete with New York heavyweightsThe Texas Stock Exchange is expected to launch in Dallas next year, as economists wait to see if “Y’all Street” is big enough to support the exchange and challenge New York’s dominance in the financial sector.
Family says a Mexican man shot at a Dallas ICE facility has died, becoming attack’s second victim
Read full article: Family says a Mexican man shot at a Dallas ICE facility has died, becoming attack’s second victimA Mexican man who was among three people shot at a Dallas immigration field office last week has died, becoming the second person killed in the attack.
Man who fired on ICE facility hated US government, sought to kill federal agents, officials say
Read full article: Man who fired on ICE facility hated US government, sought to kill federal agents, officials sayThe gunman who opened fire on an Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Dallas hated the U.S. government and wanted to incite terror by killing federal agents.