A tragic early morning accident on State Highway 36 in Temple, Texas, claimed the life of a 33-year-old Killeen man. The high-speed motorcycle collided with a pickup truck, ejecting the rider over a guardrail. The highway was shut down for several hours as authorities investigated the fatal crash.
A frightening Africanized bee attack in Morgan's Point Resort, near Belton Lake and Temple, Texas, sent three people to the hospital over the weekend. A tree trimmer and two rescuers were aggressively stung, highlighting the growing threat of these dangerous bee swarms across Texas.
Memorial Day became a federal holiday in 1971. Here is a look at how Americans have celebrated through the years while also honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.