Sunday, October 4, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1876, the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas opened its doors to 106 students under its first president, Thomas S. Gathright. Texas A&M marks 150 years of classes today.

Later today, watch for an email from our partner, Insurify, showing you a fast way to compare car insurance rates from more than 100 companies and potentially save up to $1,100 a year.

In case you missed it on The Flyover Podcast, Ayla counted down the seven pets linked to longer lives. One study that followed 3.4 million people over 12 years found that owners of a particular pet were 40% less likely to die during that period, and it’s not the one you’d guess. Some surprising animals made the cut, and the pet that landed at No. 1 isn’t even the most popular choice in American homes. Ayla ran through the full countdown and the research behind each one. Tune in here!

Today’s sponsor, Dr. Steven Gundry, is sharing why he recommends an alternative to bone broth for collagen support and the simple “collagen reset technique” he says can help your body support its own collagen production.

Judge Halts Big Bend Border Construction

A federal judge in El Paso on Friday blocked border barrier construction across the Big Bend region while a lawsuit against the Trump administration plays out.

U.S. District Judge Kathleen Cardone’s order covers the roughly 500-mile Big Bend sector, including Big Bend National Park and privately owned land upriver and downriver. She found the challengers likely to win on at least one claim.

The Center for Biological Diversity, Friends of the Ruidosa Church, and a river guide sued in April, arguing DHS improperly waived environmental laws such as the Endangered Species Act to speed construction. A CBP construction pause had expired Sept. 30.

“We stand by our assessment and remain confident in our legal authorities to secure the border while preserving the unique landscape of the Big Bend region,” DHS said in a statement, adding that it’s working with the Justice Department on next steps.

Trump Heads to San Antonio Wednesday

President Trump will hold a midterm rally Wednesday at Freeman Coliseum on San Antonio’s East Side, according to the Republican National Committee.

Doors open at 2 p.m., with Trump expected to speak around 6 p.m. U.S. Senate nominee Ken Paxton and congressional candidate Carlos De La Cruz are slated to join him.

De La Cruz faces Democrat Johnny Garcia, a longtime Bexar County sheriff’s deputy, in the newly redrawn 35th Congressional District. Bexar County Democrats are organizing a protest outside the venue.

The rally follows a new ad from Paxton’s estranged wife, state Sen. Angela Paxton, who said she’ll vote for “the Republican ticket” without naming him. A New York Times/Siena poll released Saturday showed Democrat James Talarico leading Paxton by 6 points.

It’s Trump’s third trip to Texas in less than a month, following his Oct. 1 visit to Peterbilt’s Denton truck plant.

Texas Ranks 7th for UFO Sightings

Texas ranks 7th in the nation for UFO sightings per capita, according to a new analysis released ahead of World Space Week, which begins today.

The study, by gambling website Casino.ca, counted 28,120 Texas sightings from 1974 through 2026, or one for every 1,067 residents.

The analysis combined National UFO Reporting Center reports with social media posts. Delaware ranked first for the second straight year, while Texas slipped one spot.

Within Texas, Houston has logged the most reports to the center since 1995, with 457, followed by Austin and San Antonio.

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Doctor unveils dark bone broth secret (avoid now)

If you think bone broth is a great way to get collagen, think again.

According to a former surgeon, animal bones are known for absorbing heavy metals.

This can potentially lead to brain fog, fatigue, or even muscle weakness.

That’s why he recommends a “collagen reset technique” instead.

To his knowledge, it’s the only technique that can help your body build its own collagen.

Anyone can do it without drinking broths.

See the technique here.

➤ Statewide: Texas is breaking ground on its first new state juvenile detention centers in 25 years, a $300 million pair of 104-bed facilities near Rosharon and Waxahachie due by early 2029. Juvenile referrals for gun offenses rose nearly 45% from 2020 to 2025. (See Details)

➤ San Antonio: Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones said Friday she’ll support legal action to stop renovations at a planned 1,000- to 1,500-bed ICE detention center on the East Side, which ICE says should open around spring 2027. Five council members also want an independent environmental review. (More)

➤ Kerr County: District Attorney Lucy Wilke moved Friday to recuse herself from the criminal investigation of Camp Mystic, citing close ties to the Hunt area, and asked for a special prosecutor from the attorney general’s office. Eastland family members are fighting Texas Rangers’ search warrants for their phone data. (See Details)

➤ Brewster County: A Mexican man who crossed the border illegally called 911 suffering from exhaustion and was found about 10 miles east of Marathon, the sheriff’s office said. Deputies referred him to Border Patrol for processing and deportation. (More)

➤ League City: A child-exploitation probe sparked by a July cyber tip led Galveston County investigators to a home where they seized 16 pounds of marijuana, 238 THC vape pens, and 15 guns on Oct. 1. Three people were arrested. (See Details)

➤ Henderson County: The Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation closed on a $10 million, 650-acre ranch on Lake Palestine that will become a new state park, about 100 miles southeast of Dallas. The Pollard family, owners of Texas Pecan Nursery, had held the land since 1940. (More)

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➤ Texas A&M snapped a two-game skid with a 34-7 win over Arkansas, running for 231 yards a week after managing just 68 at LSU. (More)

➤ UTSA held off a late Rice rally for a 16-14 win, while SMU beat Boston College 25-16 and TCU pushed No. 10 BYU to the brink in a 17-10 home loss. No. 12 Texas Tech’s offense struggled to get going in a 29-7 win at Colorado, and Baylor visited Arizona State for a late kick in Tempe. (See Scores)

➤ Houston unveiled its “Gridiron Galaxy” collection of 10 hand-painted helmet designs for Saturday’s 27-17 win over UCF, with designs representing the eight planets, the Sun, and Pluto. (See Helmets)

➤ The Dallas Wings’ season ended Friday as Golden State erased a 16-point second-half deficit to win Game 3, 77-73. (More)

➤ The Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans meet today in the Governor’s Cup for just the eighth time. Dallas leads the all-time series 4-3. (See Preview)

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California Surgeon: “Muscle Loss in Seniors is Real, But It Doesn’t Have to Be”

If you think collagen is only for supporting healthier skin, hair, and nails, think again.

Not only does it play a role in holding the teeth in your mouth, keeping your heart walls intact, and reinforcing your gut lining, but it’s also what allows you to enjoy your favorite outdoor activities without getting tired.

But unfortunately, eating more collagen isn’t the answer.

That’s why Dr. Steven Gundry has created what he calls the “collagen reset technique.”

And to his knowledge, it’s the only technique that’s designed to help your body build its own collagen.

See the technique here ==>

➤ Charles Coody’s estate sale wraps up today from 1 to 4 p.m. at his Abilene home, where shoppers can browse golf memorabilia and a seemingly endless collection of clubs from the 1971 Masters champion. The house itself goes up for sale afterward. (See Video)

➤ Grimace, the Hamburglar, and UTEP’s Paydirt Pete led more than 600 participants, many joined by costumed pets, through Ronald McDonald House Charities of El Paso’s 11th annual Walk/Run for Kids on Saturday. The 5K supports lodging for families whose children are getting medical care in El Paso. (More)

➤ The Houston Zoo recorded its first-ever birth of Hosmer’s spiny-tailed skinks, part of a batch of baby reptiles that also includes star tortoises and five eyelash vipers born with working fangs and venom. Guests can see them in the Reptile and Amphibian House. (See Photos)

➤ Thousands turned downtown Houston pink Saturday for the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, which drew more than 6,300 registrants. Money raised supports breast cancer research, patient care, and other programs aimed at ending the disease. (More)

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The following stories are featured exclusively on The Flyover Podcast—a daily show that gives you the most important headlines in under 15 minutes, straight from the heart of the country.

➤ Senior Trump officials gathered at Camp David as the seven-month Iran war fueled fresh fighting and a major U.S. military buildup. (Hear More)

➤ Amazon’s refund drama landed in shoppers’ inboxes with a proposed $309.5 million settlement and a deadline worth circling. (Listen Now)

➤ A ranking of America’s best fall foliage destinations revealed where travelers headed for autumn’s brightest reds, oranges, and golds. (Podcast Available)

A tornado touched down near Amarillo Tuesday night, east of Claude, and sirens blared across the Texas Panhandle as storms rolled through. The storms knocked out power to more than 1,000 customers in Potter and Randall counties and closed roads across the region.