Port Arthur explosion: Smoke billows from Valero refinery as shelter-in-place ordered
Authorities have issued a shelter-in-place for a portion of Port Arthur following an explosion Monday.
Authorities have issued a shelter-in-place for a portion of Port Arthur following an explosion Monday.
Smoke still billows from Valero plant in Port Arthur after explosion
This smoke was seen rising from the scene of an explosion and fire at the Valero plant in Port Arthur, Texas, on Monday night.
This smoke was seen rising from the scene of an explosion and fire at the Valero plant in Port Arthur, Texas, on Monday night.
Quadruple amputee, professional cornhole player faces murder charges
A professional cornhole player and quadruple amputee has been formally charged with murder and multiple related offenses in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred in Charles County on March 22, 2026.
A professional cornhole player and quadruple amputee has been formally charged with murder and multiple related offenses in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred in Charles County on March 22, 2026.
Jury finds Bill Cosby sexually assaulted woman in 1972, victim awarded $19M
A civil jury found Bill Cosby liable for a 1972 sexual assault and awarded the victim $19.25 million in damages.
A civil jury found Bill Cosby liable for a 1972 sexual assault and awarded the victim $19.25 million in damages.
CBP: Cocaine, heroin and fentanyl valued at more than $2.2 million found hidden in vehicle at border crossing
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CPB), Office of Field Operations officers at the Del Rio Port of Entry found Cocaine, heroin and fentanyl valued at more than $2.2 million found hidden in a 2016 GMC Yukon at the Del Rio Port of Entry.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CPB), Office of Field Operations officers at the Del Rio Port of Entry found Cocaine, heroin and fentanyl valued at more than $2.2 million found hidden in a 2016 GMC Yukon at the Del Rio Port of Entry.
Harris County man killed in shooting on McAulty Road
Deputies are investigating after a man was shot to death at a home in north Harris County on Monday.
Deputies are investigating after a man was shot to death at a home in north Harris County on Monday.
Armed robbery at Conroe ATM leaves armored carrier shot; suspect dead
A money carrier was shot during a robbery at a Bank of America ATM in Conroe Monday morning, leading to a police chase that ended with the suspect dead from what authorities say was a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
A money carrier was shot during a robbery at a Bank of America ATM in Conroe Monday morning, leading to a police chase that ended with the suspect dead from what authorities say was a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
'Reacher' star Alan Ritchson allegedly attacks neighbor in front of kids
The actor is accused of assaulting his neighbor in an incident in Tennessee over the weekend.
The actor is accused of assaulting his neighbor in an incident in Tennessee over the weekend.
Social media-fueled party draws 800 to Celina; shots fired as crowd disperses, police say
Up to 800 teens and young adults swarmed a Celina home Saturday night after a house party was advertised on social media.
Up to 800 teens and young adults swarmed a Celina home Saturday night after a house party was advertised on social media.
California man convicted after 97 pounds of meth found in Texas traffic stop
A federal jury convicted Cameron Nesbitt for trafficking 97 pounds of methamphetamine. The $400,000 drug cache was found in a rental car during an Oldham County traffic stop.
A federal jury convicted Cameron Nesbitt for trafficking 97 pounds of methamphetamine. The $400,000 drug cache was found in a rental car during an Oldham County traffic stop.
Texas woman sentenced to 25 years for child sexual abuse conspiracy in Mexico
Anika Bywater, 29, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for conspiring to sexually abuse a child in Veracruz, Mexico. Federal investigators discovered videos of the abuse online as part of a Project Safe Childhood investigation.
Anika Bywater, 29, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for conspiring to sexually abuse a child in Veracruz, Mexico. Federal investigators discovered videos of the abuse online as part of a Project Safe Childhood investigation.
Police: Fentanyl found in packaging of Barbie Dolls at Missouri store
Police in Missouri are continuing their investigation after fentanyl was found in the packaging of Barbie Dolls at a discount store.
Police in Missouri are continuing their investigation after fentanyl was found in the packaging of Barbie Dolls at a discount store.
Georgia woman accused of murder after allegedly using pills to end pregnancy
A 31-year-old Georgia woman is facing a murder charge after police say she took pills to induce an illegal abortion, resulting in the death of her newborn in December 2025.
A 31-year-old Georgia woman is facing a murder charge after police say she took pills to induce an illegal abortion, resulting in the death of her newborn in December 2025.
Man shot in Brays Oaks after 'small fender-bender,' Houston Police say
Police found a man shot in the stomach late Saturday night on South Braeswood Boulevard. Two people were reportedly detained.
Police found a man shot in the stomach late Saturday night on South Braeswood Boulevard. Two people were reportedly detained.
Rapper Mystikal faces 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to rape
Rapper Mystikal faces up to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to rape. He's already a lifetime registered sex offender.
Rapper Mystikal faces up to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to rape. He's already a lifetime registered sex offender.
Shootout leads to SWAT scene near Houston's Washington Avenue
One person was injured in a shootout early Saturday on Center Street. Several people are being questioned.
One person was injured in a shootout early Saturday on Center Street. Several people are being questioned.
Man arrested, accused of burglarizing multiple Montrose homes
Bobby John Henry is reportedly known as the Houston "Spiderman" burglar for break-ins in the Montrose area.
Bobby John Henry is reportedly known as the Houston "Spiderman" burglar for break-ins in the Montrose area.
Chicago police question person of interest in shooting death of Loyola student
Investigators are questioning a person of interest in connection with the shooting death of an 18-year-old Loyola student earlier this week.
Investigators are questioning a person of interest in connection with the shooting death of an 18-year-old Loyola student earlier this week.
Houston police shut down after-hours club after neighbor complaints
Houston police said one person was arrested after they raided an after-hours club on the city's northeast side Saturday morning.
Houston police said one person was arrested after they raided an after-hours club on the city's northeast side Saturday morning.
Man found shot in chest in parking lot along Gulf Freeway
Houston police are investigating after a man was found shot in the chest in a parking lot along the Gulf Freeway early Saturday morning.
Houston police are investigating after a man was found shot in the chest in a parking lot along the Gulf Freeway early Saturday morning.