SEE IT: Chinese nationals intercepted in ‘extremely dangerous’ infiltration attempt near Florida coast

A smuggling vessel filled with Chinese nationals and other illegal immigrants was intercepted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the Coast Guard in what sources called a rare and "extremely dangerous" attempt to enter the U.S. through Florida.

Tractor-trailer catches fire on Highway 59 northbound at Fannin Street

Drivers heading through Houston using the Southwest Freeway early Tuesday morning are facing delays following a major vehicle fire.

Truck hits Yale Street train overpass bridge in Washington Avenue area

Traffic had to redirected along a part of a road in the Washington Avenue Coalition area on Monday night after a truck struck a bridge overpass.

Pasadena ISD employees reeling over proposal that could cost them hundreds more a month for insurance

Pasadena ISD employees are raising concerns about a proposed switch to the statewide TRS Active Care health insurance program, saying the change could significantly increase their monthly premiums.

Volkswagen recalls 208,000 SUVs over bolts that could cause steering loss

Volkswagen Group of America is recalling more than 208,000 vehicles in the U.S. over a steering rack mounting bolt that can corrode and break, potentially causing a loss of steering control.

iPhone owners included in Apple’s $250 million settlement can begin filing claims

The window is now open for people who purchased certain recent iPhone models to begin filing claims to receive their share of the quarter-billion-dollar settlement fund established in the wake of the class-action lawsuit filed against Apple, accusing the tech giant of false advertising.

Former UT baseball player Carson Kainer shows power of organ donation

Nearly two decades after his father donated a kidney to him, former University of Texas baseball player Carson Kainer is sharing how the transplant changed his life and allowed him to pursue his dreams.

'Mumflation': Why Texas homecoming mums are costing Houston families more this year

If you have a high school student getting ready for homecoming season across Greater Houston, your wallet might already be feeling the squeeze. Parents and local artisans are reporting a sharp rise in the cost of homecoming mums.

Houston weather: Heat, humidity to remain Tuesday, isolated storms possible

Heat and humidity stick around for the rest of the week, with only isolated rain chances each day. Most areas will remain rain-free, while humidity eases somewhat late in the week. Temperatures remain in the low to mid 90s.

New safety protocols for Willis High School after second on-campus gun incident

Officials say a student report led to administrators finding a loaded gun on campus on Monday. New safety measures will be added to the campus starting Tuesday morning.

GLP-1 drugmakers sued over sudden vision loss risk: Reports

A civil lawsuit has been filed against GLP-1 drugmakers over the potential risk of sudden vision loss, according to multiple reports. 

Gov. Abbott orders pause for all data centers until ERCOT audit is finished

Gov. Abbott says data centers cannot be approved until ERCOT, the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC), and the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) gather the information they need.

White House TV pool to suspend coverage of Trump events

White House television pool members FOX News Media, ABC News, CBS News, CNN and NBC News announced Monday they have agreed to suspend their pooled coverage of President Donald Trump after he banned CNN, MS NOW and Politico, accusing the three outlets of publishing "fake news."

Where to see fall foliage in Texas

Texas fall colors peak late October through November. Discover top leaf-peeping spots from Lost Maples to East Texas, according to Texas A&M Forest Service experts.

CNN, MS NOW and Politico suing Trump administration over ban

CNN, MS NOW and Politico filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over being denied access to the White House. Reporters from the media outlets were blocked from the White House over the weekend.