Houston former banker sentenced to 50 months for fraudulent PPP loan scheme
A Houston man who helped customers obtain fraudulent Paycheck Protection Program loans during the COVID-19 pandemic has been sentenced to more than four years in federal prison.
A Houston man who helped customers obtain fraudulent Paycheck Protection Program loans during the COVID-19 pandemic has been sentenced to more than four years in federal prison.
Houston crime: Suspect arrested after reaching 120 mph in stolen vehicle chase
A man was arrested after deputies chased a stolen vehicle through southwest Houston at speeds reaching about 120 mph, according to Harris County Precinct 7 officials.
A man was arrested after deputies chased a stolen vehicle through southwest Houston at speeds reaching about 120 mph, according to Harris County Precinct 7 officials.
Harris County: 2-year-old toddler dies after being found in swimming pool
Harris County Constable Precinct 4 Mark Herman's Office has confirmed a 2-year-old toddler has died after being found in a swimming pool on Friday afternoon.
Harris County Constable Precinct 4 Mark Herman's Office has confirmed a 2-year-old toddler has died after being found in a swimming pool on Friday afternoon.
Lee Gilley case: Harris County District Attorney says they will not seek death penalty
The Harris County District Attorney's Office has confirmed in a filing on Friday that they will not be seeking the death penalty against Lee Gilley, who is accused of killing his pregnant wife.
The Harris County District Attorney's Office has confirmed in a filing on Friday that they will not be seeking the death penalty against Lee Gilley, who is accused of killing his pregnant wife.
AI-generated event flyers are catfishing Houstonians: What you need to know
Checking social media to build your weekend plans? Pause before you head out the door. That event flyer you’re looking at online might be a complete fake.
Checking social media to build your weekend plans? Pause before you head out the door. That event flyer you’re looking at online might be a complete fake.
TxDOT offering free car seat inspections for child passenger safety week
To raise awareness during Child Passenger Safety Week, TxDOT is offering free car seat inspections to help Texas parents correct common installation errors and protect young passengers.
To raise awareness during Child Passenger Safety Week, TxDOT is offering free car seat inspections to help Texas parents correct common installation errors and protect young passengers.
Harris Co. shooting: HCSO releases body worn camera video following deadly January 2026 shooting
The Harris County Sheriff's Office has released body-worn camera video following a deadly officer-involved shooting in January 2026.
The Harris County Sheriff's Office has released body-worn camera video following a deadly officer-involved shooting in January 2026.
Houston shooting: METRO investigating shooting on bus in Upper Kirby area
An investigation is now underway following a shooting on a Houston METRO bus in the Upper Kirby area.
An investigation is now underway following a shooting on a Houston METRO bus in the Upper Kirby area.
University of Houston student-athlete accused of assaulting pregnant person
A University of Houston student-athlete has been arrested and charged with assaulting a pregnant person, according to court records.
A University of Houston student-athlete has been arrested and charged with assaulting a pregnant person, according to court records.
Texas governor race swings to Hinojosa in latest poll
The latest poll comparing Gov. Greg Abbott and his Democratic opponent Gina Hinojosa shows the challenger leading by four points.
The latest poll comparing Gov. Greg Abbott and his Democratic opponent Gina Hinojosa shows the challenger leading by four points.
Spring High School student hit by vehicle while crossing I-45 in north Harris County
Two Spring students were said to be crossing the freeway when one of them was hit by a vehicle.
Two Spring students were said to be crossing the freeway when one of them was hit by a vehicle.
Former Houston Rodeo lawyer pleads guilty to soliciting minor
Jeffrey Downing has been sentenced to five years of probation.
Jeffrey Downing has been sentenced to five years of probation.
Texas awarded $7.5 billion in federal funding for border security operations
Texas will receive $7.5 billion in federal funding to reimburse the state for taxpayer money spent on border security operations.
Texas will receive $7.5 billion in federal funding to reimburse the state for taxpayer money spent on border security operations.
Houston shooting: Suspect arrested following weekend shooting in Northside/Northline area
An arrest has been made following a deadly weekend shooting that occurred in Houston's Northside/Northline area.
An arrest has been made following a deadly weekend shooting that occurred in Houston's Northside/Northline area.
Texas urges home insurers to offer discounts for storm-resistant upgrades
Following average home insurance rates surging 79% in Texas, state regulators are calling on insurance companies to give policyholders "meaningful" premium discounts when they protect their homes against severe storms and wildfires.
Following average home insurance rates surging 79% in Texas, state regulators are calling on insurance companies to give policyholders "meaningful" premium discounts when they protect their homes against severe storms and wildfires.
19-year-old arrested for another's shooting death on I-45
19-year-old Eddie Lopez Jr. was arrested for the death of 19-year-old Rafael Martinez Jr.
19-year-old Eddie Lopez Jr. was arrested for the death of 19-year-old Rafael Martinez Jr.
Abbott attacks Hinojosa in Lotería-themed social media post
In a post made on Facebook this week, Gov. Greg Abbott posted a photo depicting Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa as a “Loteria card."
In a post made on Facebook this week, Gov. Greg Abbott posted a photo depicting Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa as a “Loteria card."