USDA issues health alert for boneless chicken breast product sold at Kroger and Fred Meyer stores

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for raw honey Dijon boneless chicken breast products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. 

Walkout paralyzes Fort Bend County government in standoff over Interim Judge's seat

Fort Bend County Commissioners Court was paralyzed when Democratic Commissioners Grady Prestage and Dexter McCoy walked out of a 1:00 PM session to break quorum. They argue that Interim County Judge Daniel Wong’s temporary appointment expired the moment the underlying civil lawsuit against elected Judge K.P. George was dropped.

Houston parents fear long-term health impacts following massive tire fire

Air Alliance Houston reports that independent monitors detected dangerous spikes in particulate matter up to four miles away, suggesting areas closer to the blaze experienced even worse conditions.

Police: Texas woman shot, stabbed, and dismembered partner before dumping remains

A 31-year-old woman has confessed to violently killing and dismembering a man with whom she lived, following an anonymous tip that led detectives to a Texas landfill, police said Thursday.

Survey shows gas-price pain rising even as economic confidence stabilizes

Rising gas prices are dealing a major hit to household budgets, with most Americans admitting that high gas prices are severely squeezing their finances, according to a new poll.

Clear Lake Shores man convicted after child pornography found on laptops

A federal jury convicted Michael Harkless after a two-day trial in Galveston after child pornography images were found on devices in his closet.

Trump seeking $11 billion to help farmers with fuel and fertilizer costs

President Donald Trump is asking Congress for billions of dollars in funding to support farmers, who are dealing with a spike in fuel and fertilizer costs tied to the war with Iran.

Marcus Stuckett appointed new Harris County Flood Control Director

The Harris County Commissioner's Court has appointed a new executive director of the Harris County Flood Control District.

U.S. New World Screwworm cases rise to 20 as Texas outbreak expands

Federal and state officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has risen to 20, with all but one located in Texas.

Husband dead after hit-and-run in north Harris County, driver at large

One man is dead after a hit-and-run in north Harris County and Houston police are searching for the suspect believed to be involved.

Annelise Camp update: Texas AG says Louisiana hospital accepting transfer from Houston

According to a statement on Facebook by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, a hospital in Louisiana has accepted her transfer to receive continued care and specialized treatment.