METRO Police fatally shoot armed man at Downtown Houston rail station
METRO police fatally shot an armed man at the Bell Station platform in downtown Houston Sunday morning, causing significant Red Line service disruptions as an investigation into the domestic-related incident continues.
METRO police fatally shot an armed man at the Bell Station platform in downtown Houston Sunday morning, causing significant Red Line service disruptions as an investigation into the domestic-related incident continues.
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.
Officials say the deputy was helping a stranded driver on the Katy Freeway when another vehicle struck him.
18-year-old named as victim killed in north Harris County shooting
Daniel Medina was fatally shot on Feb. 13 before crashing his vehicle on Pinechester Drive.
Daniel Medina was fatally shot on Feb. 13 before crashing his vehicle on Pinechester Drive.
Houston police raid after-hours bar on Antoine Drive, arrest 2
Houston police said two people were arrested after officers shut down a business they said was operating as an after-hours club.
Houston police said two people were arrested after officers shut down a business they said was operating as an after-hours club.
Man shot, killed outside of southeast Houston gas station
Houston police are investigating after a man was shot and killed outside a convenience store.
Houston police are investigating after a man was shot and killed outside a convenience store.
Aldine burglary suspect hospitalized after shootout, standoff involving Harris County deputies
A man was arrested after authorities said he exchanged gunfire with deputies during an attempted burglary.
A man was arrested after authorities said he exchanged gunfire with deputies during an attempted burglary.
Young man fatally shot before crashing into N. Harris County apartments
Detectives were called to north Harris County Friday after officials say a young man was found dead near Kuykendahl Road and FM 1960.
Detectives were called to north Harris County Friday after officials say a young man was found dead near Kuykendahl Road and FM 1960.
Clean the Block: Frustrated investor takes illegal Houston dumping into his own hands
Volunteers have helped clear over 100 lots, according to organizer Andrew Beaver.
Volunteers have helped clear over 100 lots, according to organizer Andrew Beaver.
Houston non-profit builds emergency safe home for sex trafficking victims leading up to FIFA World Cup 2026
Members with Elijah Rising say they hope the emergency safe home built isn't full during the matches held in the city, but realistically say it will probably be packed.
Members with Elijah Rising say they hope the emergency safe home built isn't full during the matches held in the city, but realistically say it will probably be packed.
Suspect photos released in deadly shooting at Chinatown apartment complex
31-year-old Carlos Padilla was shot and killed in October at an apartment on Town Park Drive.
31-year-old Carlos Padilla was shot and killed in October at an apartment on Town Park Drive.
Bellaire HS students dismissed following reported bomb threat
Police closed off Maple Street, and traffic is backed up on Rice Avenue.
Police closed off Maple Street, and traffic is backed up on Rice Avenue.
Hitchcock gambling bust: Timeline of investigation that led to arrest of mayor, 32 others
Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen says he met with Hitchcock Mayor Christopher Armacost in October about addressing illegal gambling in the city. But after continuing to receive complaints, the sheriff says his office launched its own investigation that resulted in the arrest of the mayor and 32 other people. Here's how the investigation unfolded.
Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen says he met with Hitchcock Mayor Christopher Armacost in October about addressing illegal gambling in the city. But after continuing to receive complaints, the sheriff says his office launched its own investigation that resulted in the arrest of the mayor and 32 other people. Here's how the investigation unfolded.
Man found dead in Harris County store parking lot on Bammel N Houston Road
Deputies are investigating after a man was found dead in the parking lot of a convenience store in northwest Harris County on Friday morning.
Deputies are investigating after a man was found dead in the parking lot of a convenience store in northwest Harris County on Friday morning.
Trader Joe’s recall: Over 3 million pounds of chicken fried rice products pulled after glass found
The Department of Agriculture says the Trader Joe's Chicken Fried Rice products were removed from stores across the country after four consumers complained of finding glass in the items.
The Department of Agriculture says the Trader Joe's Chicken Fried Rice products were removed from stores across the country after four consumers complained of finding glass in the items.
Orphaned baby monkey finds comfort in stuffed animal after being abandoned by mother at birth
Huge lines are forming outside a small zoo in Japan, all for one tiny monkey and the stuffed animal he refuses to let go of.
Huge lines are forming outside a small zoo in Japan, all for one tiny monkey and the stuffed animal he refuses to let go of.
Major I-10 closures planned this weekend for Houston Avenue Bridge repairs
Houston drivers hitting the roads this weekend need to know about major closures along the I-10 Katy Freeway as crews work on repairs to the Houston Avenue Bridge.
Houston drivers hitting the roads this weekend need to know about major closures along the I-10 Katy Freeway as crews work on repairs to the Houston Avenue Bridge.
Feds seize over 36 pounds of cocaine from tractor in South Texas
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized nearly $500,000 worth of cocaine hidden inside a tractor at the Veterans International Bridge, sparking a federal criminal investigation.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized nearly $500,000 worth of cocaine hidden inside a tractor at the Veterans International Bridge, sparking a federal criminal investigation.
Stimulus payment February 2026, IRS direct deposit relief, tariff dividend & tax refund fact check
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends spread throughout 2025 — and they’re still circulating in 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends spread throughout 2025 — and they’re still circulating in 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Texas appeals court hears arguments in Houston-area midwife's case under abortion ban
Houston midwife Maria Rojas is the first healthcare provider charged under Texas's near-total abortion ban. She faces 15 felony counts and a potential life sentence.
Houston midwife Maria Rojas is the first healthcare provider charged under Texas's near-total abortion ban. She faces 15 felony counts and a potential life sentence.
Rising oil prices reflect anxiety over U.S., Iran standoff
Rising oil prices are reflecting anxiety over the standoff between the U.S. and Iran. Analysts predict hostilities will send prices higher.
Rising oil prices are reflecting anxiety over the standoff between the U.S. and Iran. Analysts predict hostilities will send prices higher.