Semi-truck stolen from Houston truck stop caught on camera, police investigating

Houston police are investigating a bold and unusual theft after a semi-truck was stolen from a local truck stop, and the crime was caught on camera.

Judge spares German Shepherd 'Hachi' after Christmas Eve bite case, ending months-long euthanasia fight

After months of uncertainty and a high-stakes court fight, a Texas judge has ruled that Hachi, the German shepherd at the center of a Christmas Eve biting incident, will be allowed to live.

Celebrities join petition to shut down Dilley Immigration Center in Texas, over abuse claims

A coalition of high-profile celebrities and thousands of supporters are demanding the closure of a Texas family detention center over allegations of systemic abuse and poor living conditions for migrant children.

Sweden, DR Congo secure final 2026 World Cup spots at Houston Stadium

The final pieces of Houston’s 2026 FIFA World Cup group-stage schedule are now in place, with Sweden and DR Congo earning the last remaining spots to complete the lineup of international teams set to play at NRG Stadium.

Man makes 'tortilla' pizza after breaking into downtown Austin restaurant: affidavit

A man was arrested for burglary after breaking into a downtown Austin restaurant last week. According to an affidavit, the man made a “tortilla" pizza and took the restaurant's checkbook.

Texas emergency teams deployed for severe storms and flash flooding threat

Governor Greg Abbott on Tuesday directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management to activate state emergency response resources as severe thunderstorms and the threat of flash flooding loom over North, West, and Central Texas.

Harris County Judge’s rodeo incident 'should be grounds for resignation', commissioner says

Harris County commissioner introduced a resolution to recognize the success of the Houston rodeo. However, in the same resolution, he includes Judge Lina Hidalgo's behavior at the event is grounds for resignation.

2 Harris County Pct. 5 constable deputies injured; search for suspect

Two deputies with the Harris County Precinct 5 Constable’s Office were injured while trying to arrest a burglary suspect on Tuesday morning, officials say. A search is underway for the suspect.

Two Houston men sentenced to 13 years in prison for trafficking 130 kilograms of meth

Two Houston men have been ordered to serve more than 13 years in federal prison following a massive narcotics investigation that uncovered over 130 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine, federal officials announced.

Food recalls soar in the last five years - See what states have been impacted the most

Food recalls trended higher over the past five years and now sit 20 percent higher than they were at the start of the decade. On top of that, the most serious type of recall – Class I – is the one growing the fastest.

Deputy Darren Almendarez: Opening statements in murder trial for Joshua Stewart

Opening statements are expected to begin Tuesday in the murder trial against Joshua Stewart for the death of Harris County Deputy Darren Almendarez.

I-45 crash in Houston: Man hit by 3 vehicles near Rankin Road

A man died after he was hit by at least three vehicles on the North Freeway in Houston on Monday night, authorities say.

Where were you then: March 31, 1995, the day Selena was murdered

News of Selena’s death shocked the world on March 31, 1995. Here’s a look back at what happened and how fans around the world began to grieve.

Fort Bend ISD shares new details on school closures, boundary changes; teachers to get placement updates

Fort Bend ISD leaders shared new details on school closures and boundary changes, including teacher placements, special education timelines, transportation updates and what families can expect by mid-April.