Houston woman loses hundreds of dollars in rental scam
A woman says she is out hundreds of dollars after falling victim to a rental scam in northwest Houston.
A woman says she is out hundreds of dollars after falling victim to a rental scam in northwest Houston.
Harris Co. couple with 4 dogs warning other pet owners about parasite found in dog parks that can be fatal
A West Harris County couple says all four of their dogs contracted a potentially serious parasite after visiting Congressman Bill Archer Park, prompting a warning for pet owners about the risk the snail-transmitted parasite can pose anywhere dogs encounter freshwater or standing water.
A West Harris County couple says all four of their dogs contracted a potentially serious parasite after visiting Congressman Bill Archer Park, prompting a warning for pet owners about the risk the snail-transmitted parasite can pose anywhere dogs encounter freshwater or standing water.
Klein ISD classroom aide facing felony charge highlights Texas special education camera law
A former Klein ISD classroom aide was fired and arrested by district police on a felony charge of Injury to a Child just five days into the school year. A frustrated mother of a nonverbal autistic student in the suspect's class says she had to look up court records herself to learn the details and was shocked to discover classroom cameras are not automatically turned on. Under Texas law, video surveillance in self-contained special education classrooms is only activated if a parent or staff member submits a written request every single school year.
A former Klein ISD classroom aide was fired and arrested by district police on a felony charge of Injury to a Child just five days into the school year. A frustrated mother of a nonverbal autistic student in the suspect's class says she had to look up court records herself to learn the details and was shocked to discover classroom cameras are not automatically turned on. Under Texas law, video surveillance in self-contained special education classrooms is only activated if a parent or staff member submits a written request every single school year.
Dickinson ISD educator arrested for improper relationship between educator, student
Officials say the employee was placed on administrative leave amid an investigation that was taking place before the arrest.
Officials say the employee was placed on administrative leave amid an investigation that was taking place before the arrest.
TSU names new athletic director, men’s basketball coach amid pushback over hiring process
Texas Southern University announced on Wednesday that they've hired Ashley Robinson, two-time National Athletics Driector of the Year, to be the new Vice President and Athletic Director.
Texas Southern University announced on Wednesday that they've hired Ashley Robinson, two-time National Athletics Driector of the Year, to be the new Vice President and Athletic Director.
Houston weather: Heat advisory in effect Thursday
High temperatures in and around Houston are expected to be around 100 the next several days. It will stay mostly sunny Thursday with the humidity making it feel like it's 106 to 112 the next few days.
High temperatures in and around Houston are expected to be around 100 the next several days. It will stay mostly sunny Thursday with the humidity making it feel like it's 106 to 112 the next few days.
Harris, El Paso counties challenge federal election conditions on security grants
The lawsuit argues the Trump administration cannot withhold funding to force election changes it calls unconstitutional and unrelated to terrorism.
The lawsuit argues the Trump administration cannot withhold funding to force election changes it calls unconstitutional and unrelated to terrorism.
2 houses heavily damaged in Cy-Fair fire
Two houses were heavily damaged in a fire in a Cy-Fair neighborhood on Wednesday, officials say.
Two houses were heavily damaged in a fire in a Cy-Fair neighborhood on Wednesday, officials say.
City of Pasadena Police Chief M.P. Jackson to retire
The City of Pasadena's top cop has announced he is retiring, according to a statement from the City of Pasadena.
The City of Pasadena's top cop has announced he is retiring, according to a statement from the City of Pasadena.
Patrick to Texas school districts: 'We're coming for your books'
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued a stark warning for school districts that do not remove books that he believes are offensive.
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued a stark warning for school districts that do not remove books that he believes are offensive.
Texas voting guide: Important dates for the November election
Election day isn't until Nov. 3, but there are many upcoming dates that voters should remember as they prepare to cast their ballots.
Election day isn't until Nov. 3, but there are many upcoming dates that voters should remember as they prepare to cast their ballots.
Abbott orders review of how school districts are spending money
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has ordered the comptroller to conduct a review of how school districts are spending their money.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has ordered the comptroller to conduct a review of how school districts are spending their money.
I-10 Katy Freeway reopens near West 610 Loop; stalled 18-wheeler still on highway
The lanes were closed off by a stalled 18-wheeler further down the west Houston highway.
The lanes were closed off by a stalled 18-wheeler further down the west Houston highway.
Ticket lottery opens for Republican Midterm Convention in Dallas
The convention is the first ever midterm convention and takes place Sept. 9-10 at the American Airlines Center.
The convention is the first ever midterm convention and takes place Sept. 9-10 at the American Airlines Center.
Houston ranks #1 for worst road rage in the country
A new study just ranked Houston as the #1 worst city in America for road rage.
A new study just ranked Houston as the #1 worst city in America for road rage.
CBP officers discover $14.9 million in meth hidden in fresh celery at Texas border
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized nearly $15 million worth of methamphetamine hidden inside a commercial shipment of fresh celery at the Pharr International Bridge cargo facility, federal officials announced Wednesday.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized nearly $15 million worth of methamphetamine hidden inside a commercial shipment of fresh celery at the Pharr International Bridge cargo facility, federal officials announced Wednesday.
Judge halts Big Bend National Park border wall project for now
A federal judge has temporarily stopped construction of a border wall in Big Bend National Park.
A federal judge has temporarily stopped construction of a border wall in Big Bend National Park.
Abbott announces special election to replace former state Sen. Brian Birdwell
Gov. Greg Abbott has set a special election to finish out former state Sen. Brian Birdwell's term after he resigned the seat to a take a position as an assistant U.S. secretary of defense.
Gov. Greg Abbott has set a special election to finish out former state Sen. Brian Birdwell's term after he resigned the seat to a take a position as an assistant U.S. secretary of defense.