Funeral service Friday for Fort Bend County Deputy Kenneth Lewis

A funeral service will be held on Friday to honor the life of Fort Bend County Deputy Kenneth Lewis, who was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Houston last month.

RFK Jr faces pushback after questioning safety of Dunkin’, Starbucks sugary drinks

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ignited backlash online after questioning whether high-sugar iced coffee drinks sold at Dunkin’ and Starbucks are safe.

Six arrested in $2.8M Texas 'gold bar' scam targeting elderly victims

Six individuals were arrested in connection with an organized "gold bar" scam that defrauded elderly Texans of approximately $2.8 million by posing as federal agents.

Terran Green found guilty in 2023 shooting of law enforcement

A Houston man charged in the 2023 shooting of multiple law enforcement officers has been found guilty of aggravated assault against a public servant.

Fort Bend County deputy dies after weekend hit-and-run on I-10

Fort Bend County Deputy Kenneth Lewis died Monday from injuries sustained in a weekend hit-and-run on I-10 while he was off-duty stopping to help stranded motorists.

NASA Artemis II astronauts attend State of the Union as guests of Speaker Mike Johnson

With their launch date now delayed, the four astronauts, who will be the first crewed NASA lunar mission in over 50 years, attended Tuesday’s State of the Union address as guests of House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.).

Houston Cougars face first three-game losing streak since 2017

After three straight losses and a dip in the AP rankings, the Houston Cougars are at a crossroads. From three-point shooting slumps to rotation fatigue, we break down why Coach Sampson isn't hitting the panic button just yet—and how a defensive reset could save their season before the Big 12 tournament.

Father's viral TikTok brings thousands of Latinos to national donor database

A father posted his first TikTok this month, in a last-ditch effort to find a bone marrow donor for his teenage son. His plea to the Latino community to join the National Marrow Donor Program went viral, and encouraged thousands of people to sign up. 

Fort Bend County deputy struck in west Houston hit-and-run

Officials say the deputy was helping a stranded driver on the Katy Freeway when another vehicle struck him.

NASA: Artemis II launch delayed over new issue

NASA troubleshooting issue that has pushed the March launch window out of consideration, officials say.

Three engineers charged with allegedly stealing Google trade secrets and sending them to Iran

The engineers allegedly stole confidential information, including Google trade secrets and transferred the sensitive data to Iran and other places, according to the Department of Justice.

Houston proposes new 'high-risk' apartment ordinance to crackdown on worst rental properties

Houston is debating a proposed "high-risk" apartment ordinance that would subject the city's 20 worst-rated rental properties to mandatory inspections and steep daily fines for safety violations.

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Houston leaders and landlords clash over a proposed Apartment Inspection Ordinance. As councilmembers look to help the city's worst properties, one District F landlord blames a costly squatter crisis and lack of city support.

Mark Zuckerberg testifies in landmark social media addiction trial

Mark Zuckerberg is testifying Wednesday in a major social media trial. The plaintiff in the case is seeking to hold Meta and other social media organizations responsible for harms to children who use their platforms.