Houston doctor warns of seasonal parasite spike tied to popular raw summer foods

Federal and local health officials are tracking a seasonal spike of the foodborne parasitic illness Cyclospora across 17 states, with Texas cases currently sitting in the low double digits. The microscopic parasite is commonly found on imported raw produce like cilantro, basil, and raspberries, and it cannot be effectively removed by dish soap or vegetable sprays.

FIFA Fan Festival in Houston closing early due to weather conditions

FIFA Fan Festival in Houston has announced they are closing early for Tuesday, July 7. According to a post on X, FIFA Fan Festival is closing due to continued weather conditions.

Wind turbine company must start cleanup process at Texas facilities, court says

A Texas wind turbine company must stop accepting wind turbine blades and begin the cleanup process at two of its facilities in Sweetwater, according to a temporary injunction from a Travis County district court judge.

Houston attorney charged with murder in Vassar Street shooting

A Houston lawyer was arrested and charged with murder for the shooting death of his apparent roommate in University Place.

Walmart to pay $13M to settle Texas investigation into delivery driver pay

Walmart is paying over $13 million to settle a Texas investigation alleging it shortchanged Spark gig drivers on customer tips and base pay, marking a massive win for the state's grocery delivery workers.

Daniel Wong asks court to confirm he is still interim Fort Bend County judge; county attorney responds

Interim Fort Bend County Judge Daniel Wong is asking a court to reaffirm that he still legally holds his appointed post as the county's chief executive amid a dispute over whether he can remain in the position.

Toyota announces $3.6 Billion San Antonio plant expansion, 2,000 new jobs

Toyota is doubling down on Texas with a massive $3.6 billion expansion that will bring thousands of new jobs and shift production of its beloved Tacoma pickup truck from Mexico to San Antonio.

Spring neighbors describe desperate efforts to save 2-year-old, 74-year-old after neighborhood drowning

A day after a 2-year-old boy and his 74-year-old cousin died in a neighborhood pond in Spring, the quiet subdivision remains shaken as neighbors recount the heartbreaking moments they rushed to help.

New World Screwworm cases rise to 32 as Texas battles outbreak

Federal and state officials have confirmed another New World screwworm case in Texas livestock, bringing the U.S. total to 32 infections as aggressive quarantine and containment efforts continue.

Cyclosporiasis in Texas: List of foods linked to some outbreaks

A Cyclosporiasis outbreak across the U.S. continues, and Texas is among more than a dozen states that are reporting cases of the parasite that can cause explosive diarrhea.