Leslie DelasBour

Residents in two predominantly Black and Brown communities say they are frustrated and disappointed after learning the U.S. Department of Justice has ended its oversight connected to illegal dumping in Houston.

Drones have been prohibited from use for fishing in Texas, drawing concerns from some involved in the industry.

Federal prosecutors with the Southern District of Texas say a sophisticated smuggling network with ties to the Houston area illegally funneled some of the world’s most advanced artificial intelligence computer chips toward China and other restricted destinations, moving at least $160 million in hardware and taking in more than $50 million in overseas payments.

AT&T is highlighting ongoing efforts to combat copper theft in the Houston area, an issue that continues to threaten communication networks, public safety, and critical infrastructure.

The scene has since been cleared, but there have reportedly been other threats at other local stores.

Community members stepped up to the plate to help, including Rooftop Innovations, who took Thanksgiving meals, including turkeys to homeowners in need.

Each suspect's charge says the mischief costed less than $30,000.

The City of Houston is considering an ordinance that would amend Chapters 26 and 45 of the City’s Code of Ordinances. If passed, it would add a curfew for motor scooters from 8 p.m. until 4 a.m., along with other enforcement measures.

The longest government shutdown in American history has officially come to an end after 43 days, and the Department of Homeland Security says it is taking steps to support TSA agents who "went above and beyond" during the unprecedented closure.

Over the weekend, a little league field on Houston’s southeast side was vandalized twice in 24 hours, leaving the community upset.