Mother dies after allegedly killing 4-year-old hours before rejoining her father
Four-year-old Vivian Savella was killed in a west Houston shooting after a custody hearing, police say. Her family is speaking out as an expert explains custody disputes, child transfers and resources for families in crisis.
Four-year-old Vivian Savella was killed in a west Houston shooting after a custody hearing, police say. Her family is speaking out as an expert explains custody disputes, child transfers and resources for families in crisis.
Harris County deputy shooting suspect captured after manhunt
A reported family disturbance led to the suspect reportedly shooting a deputy and stealing the deputy's patrol vehicle.
A reported family disturbance led to the suspect reportedly shooting a deputy and stealing the deputy's patrol vehicle.
30-year US mortgage rate reaches highest level in nearly 3 years
Mortgage rates are surging again, hitting their highest level in nearly three years. Here's what to know.
Mortgage rates are surging again, hitting their highest level in nearly three years. Here's what to know.
Rick Ross arrested on battery charge in Miami
Rapper Rick Ross was arrested Thursday morning in Miami Beach in connection to an alleged domestic violence incident involving his ex-girlfriend, according to police.
Rapper Rick Ross was arrested Thursday morning in Miami Beach in connection to an alleged domestic violence incident involving his ex-girlfriend, according to police.
St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway underway in Richmond
The St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway is underway in Richmond, offering a chance to win a brand-new home while supporting children and families facing serious illnesses. One mother says finding St. Jude brought a renewed sense of light following her young son's leukemia diagnosis.
The St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway is underway in Richmond, offering a chance to win a brand-new home while supporting children and families facing serious illnesses. One mother says finding St. Jude brought a renewed sense of light following her young son's leukemia diagnosis.
4 Texas Lottery players win $5M in scratch ticket prizes
Four Texans are around $1 million richer after purchasing winning Texas Lottery scratch tickets at various convenience stores across the state.
Four Texans are around $1 million richer after purchasing winning Texas Lottery scratch tickets at various convenience stores across the state.
Suspect in planned attack on Texas State Capitol now in federal custody: DPS
Law enforcement officials have arrested a Bexar County man for his part in a planned violent attack on the Texas State Capitol, says Texas DPS.
Law enforcement officials have arrested a Bexar County man for his part in a planned violent attack on the Texas State Capitol, says Texas DPS.
HPD officer hospitalized, driver dead after crash on Eastex Freeway
A Houston Police Department officer is hospitalized after their patrol car was hit by a pickup truck in the north Houston area.
A Houston Police Department officer is hospitalized after their patrol car was hit by a pickup truck in the north Houston area.
Willis residents, schools under boil water notice after service restored
Willis ISD campuses are asking students to bring bottled water to school as the City of Willis is under a boil water notice after a now restored water pressure issue.
Willis ISD campuses are asking students to bring bottled water to school as the City of Willis is under a boil water notice after a now restored water pressure issue.
Harris County deputy shot; Blue Alert issued with manhunt underway
A manhunt is underway after a Harris County deputy was shot on Wednesday evening.
A manhunt is underway after a Harris County deputy was shot on Wednesday evening.
Family of man fighting rare illness wants to bless someone with Houston Texans tickets
The family of a 22-year-old man fighting a rare life-threatening illness wants to bless another family with two club-level tickets to Sunday's Houston Texans game.
The family of a 22-year-old man fighting a rare life-threatening illness wants to bless another family with two club-level tickets to Sunday's Houston Texans game.
Family identifies 4-year-old girl allegedly killed by mother in Houston
Family has identified the 4-year-old girl who was killed in a shooting on Tuesday night as Vivian Savella. Police say Vivian’s mother killed the girl before turning the gun on herself.
Family has identified the 4-year-old girl who was killed in a shooting on Tuesday night as Vivian Savella. Police say Vivian’s mother killed the girl before turning the gun on herself.
Houston ISD teachers facing sudden mid-semester layoffs amid 'campus leveling' budget cuts
Houston Independent School District teachers are facing sudden job losses and budget adjustments as the district undergoes its annual "campus leveling" process, leaving displaced educators scrambling for their next career moves before their pay ends Oct. 2.
Houston Independent School District teachers are facing sudden job losses and budget adjustments as the district undergoes its annual "campus leveling" process, leaving displaced educators scrambling for their next career moves before their pay ends Oct. 2.
Disappearing messages, permanent proof: How group chats are investigated in criminal cases
A high-profile civil lawsuit alleging a 2024 gang rape at a Cornell University fraternity has sparked a reopened criminal investigation in New York and ignited a viral online debate: Should everyone in a private group chat be held legally accountable when a crime is broadcast in real time, or only those who participate?
A high-profile civil lawsuit alleging a 2024 gang rape at a Cornell University fraternity has sparked a reopened criminal investigation in New York and ignited a viral online debate: Should everyone in a private group chat be held legally accountable when a crime is broadcast in real time, or only those who participate?
Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure approaches as Houston survivor shares her story
The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure is approaching this Saturday, October 3, with survivor Jazzyn Willis helping raise awareness for the annual walk and run.
The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure is approaching this Saturday, October 3, with survivor Jazzyn Willis helping raise awareness for the annual walk and run.
Houston family of slain Westbury High School student plans to turn grief into action
The family of LePaul Warren, the 17-year-old student shot and killed near Westbury High School last Friday, is speaking out for the first time. His mother and uncle are hoping to turn their heartache into a community rally to combat local youth violence.
The family of LePaul Warren, the 17-year-old student shot and killed near Westbury High School last Friday, is speaking out for the first time. His mother and uncle are hoping to turn their heartache into a community rally to combat local youth violence.
Best-selling Christian authors from North Texas arrested following investigation into child abuse
A North Texas couple, who are best-selling Christian authors, has been arrested following an investigation into alleged physical and sexual abuse of a child, according to the Keene Police Department.
A North Texas couple, who are best-selling Christian authors, has been arrested following an investigation into alleged physical and sexual abuse of a child, according to the Keene Police Department.
Houston METRO passes $40M FY2027 budget to improve roads, sidewalks
METRO has officially approved their proposed FY2027 budget, which includes $40 million for road, sidewalk and bus stop improvements along transit routes.
METRO has officially approved their proposed FY2027 budget, which includes $40 million for road, sidewalk and bus stop improvements along transit routes.
Houston weather: Widespread rain chances, Texas flooding concerns
It's going to be a steamy Wednesday ahead with very warm temperatures. However, we're keeping an eye on the incoming rain threat for the next couple of days.
It's going to be a steamy Wednesday ahead with very warm temperatures. However, we're keeping an eye on the incoming rain threat for the next couple of days.
Highway 6 shooting: Man shot, killed while reportedly feeding homeless
A man who was reportedly out feeding homeless individuals in Houston was shot and killed early Wednesday morning after an attempted carjacking, according to police.
A man who was reportedly out feeding homeless individuals in Houston was shot and killed early Wednesday morning after an attempted carjacking, according to police.