Houston winter storm warning, extreme cold warning: What it means

Houston is under a winter storm warning and extreme cold warning ahead of plunging temperatures this weekend. Here's what that means and which counties are included.

Live Houston winter storm updates: Weekend forecast, school closings, watches & warnings

Houston is bracing for a weekend winter storm that brings the risk of freezing temperatures, dangerous wind chills and icy road conditions. Here are the latest updates on the forecast, what people need to do to prepare and the steps state and local leaders are taking ahead of the storm.

2-year-old girl in ICE custody: Judge orders release

A 2-year-old child from Ecuador who was taken into ICE custody with her father during a Minneapolis traffic stop on Thursday has been ordered to be released.

Elderly man found shot, killed in Spring neighborhood: constable

Harris County authorities are investigating after an elderly man was found shot dead in a Spring neighborhood on Friday.

5 charged in shooting of Indiana judge, wife

Five people have been arrested and charged in connection with the Sunday shooting that wounded an Indiana judge and his wife in Lafayette.

Houston winter storm: Stores bring in extra stock as bottled water flies off shelves

As freezing weather moves into the Houston area, grocery stores report increased demand for bottled water and essentials. Kroger and H-E-B say they’re adjusting deliveries and restocking shelves throughout the day.

Texas group donates emergency supplies to homeless ahead of winter storm

As the winter storm gets closer to Houston, Together 4 Texas has intimated an emergency donation and deployment effort to protect the homeless population in Houston from life-threatening cold temperatures.

Houston winter storm watch: Freezing conditions starting Saturday

Confidence is high that a powerful arctic front will move into the region Saturday, bringing a rapid and significant drop in temperatures along with strong north winds

Houston winter storm could impact flights this weekend: What to know

Several airlines have issued winter storm travel waivers for flights in and out of Houston’s Bush and Hobby airports, with delays and cancellations possible.

Houston winter storm: How to get emergency alerts in your county

As Greater Houston preps for the weekend winter storm, multiple counties are reminding residents to sign up for their emergency alerts.

Houston winter storm: Budget-friendly power outage shopping list

Now is the time to make sure you have emergency supplies in case you lose power during the incoming winter storm. Here's a shopping list to build an emergency kit for a family of four for under $100.

METRO bus shooting suspect facing federal charges, accused of having machine gun

The 18-year-old involved in the deadly METRO bus shooting on Jan. 7 is now facing federal weapons charges following the investigation into the incident.