Family continues calls for justice after deputy fired in John Mendoza Jr. shooting
Friends and family of John Mendoza Jr. are continuing their calls for justice after former Brazoria County Deputy Kevin Tippit was fired for violating department policy involving the handling and discharge of his firearm. Legal experts say the firing is significant but does not automatically mean criminal charges will follow. The Texas Rangers continue investigating the Lake Jackson shooting.
Friends and family of John Mendoza Jr. are continuing their calls for justice after former Brazoria County Deputy Kevin Tippit was fired for violating department policy involving the handling and discharge of his firearm. Legal experts say the firing is significant but does not automatically mean criminal charges will follow. The Texas Rangers continue investigating the Lake Jackson shooting.
Texas man declared dead by Social Security forced to prove he was alive after benefits stopped
A Texas man says he spent weeks trying to convince the Social Security Administration that he was still alive after receiving a condolence letter informing him of his own death.
A Texas man says he spent weeks trying to convince the Social Security Administration that he was still alive after receiving a condolence letter informing him of his own death.
Houston dog rescue seeks help after screwworm restrictions halt out-of-state adoptions
A Houston-area nonprofit dog rescue is urgently seeking adopters, foster families and donations after new restrictions tied to Texas screwworm concerns abruptly halted plans to transport 16 rescued dogs to approved homes outside Harris County.
A Houston-area nonprofit dog rescue is urgently seeking adopters, foster families and donations after new restrictions tied to Texas screwworm concerns abruptly halted plans to transport 16 rescued dogs to approved homes outside Harris County.
Houston shooting: Suspect points gun at man and child, officers on Westheimer; suspect now in local hospital
The Houston Police Department is on the scene following an officer-involved shooting on Thursday evening, officials said.
The Houston Police Department is on the scene following an officer-involved shooting on Thursday evening, officials said.
Houston activates FIFA World Cup emergency hub, launches public safety alert system
As Houston gets ready to take the global stage, city officials are locking down their safety and communication plans. The city has set up two distinct text message tracks depending on whether you call Houston home or are traveling in for the matches.
As Houston gets ready to take the global stage, city officials are locking down their safety and communication plans. The city has set up two distinct text message tracks depending on whether you call Houston home or are traveling in for the matches.
Harris County Flood Control Director resigns from her position
Dr. Tina Petersen, the Harris County Flood Control District Director, has resigned after a push to remove her from office due to severe project backlogs.
Dr. Tina Petersen, the Harris County Flood Control District Director, has resigned after a push to remove her from office due to severe project backlogs.
Texas AG warning Big 12 about sanctioning Texas Tech following recent court order regarding Brendan Sorsby
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sent a letter to leaders of the Big 12 Conference stating that any effort to sanction Texas Tech following a valid court order regarding QB Brendan Sorsby would be a violation of federal and state law and expose the conference and its members to antitrust liability.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sent a letter to leaders of the Big 12 Conference stating that any effort to sanction Texas Tech following a valid court order regarding QB Brendan Sorsby would be a violation of federal and state law and expose the conference and its members to antitrust liability.
Magnolia youth softball coach arrested for online solicitation of a minor
Nathan Scott Velez, the coach of a youth softball team, was arrested in Harris County for online solicitation of a minor.
Nathan Scott Velez, the coach of a youth softball team, was arrested in Harris County for online solicitation of a minor.
Body reported in empty field near Denmark Street, HPD says
Houston police are investigating reports of a body found in northeast Houston on Thursday morning.
Houston police are investigating reports of a body found in northeast Houston on Thursday morning.
18-year-old on life support after fight over boy at Houston apartment complex
An 18-year-old is on life support after being stabbed in the temple during a fight over a boy in northwest Houston, according to Houston police.
An 18-year-old is on life support after being stabbed in the temple during a fight over a boy in northwest Houston, according to Houston police.
2026 NBA Finals: Knicks' record-breaking comeback seals Game 4 win, 3-1 series lead vs. Spurs
What looked like a surefire blowout turned into one of the most epic games in NBA history when the New York Knicks came back from 29 points down to shock the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals.
What looked like a surefire blowout turned into one of the most epic games in NBA history when the New York Knicks came back from 29 points down to shock the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals.
Texas AG Paxton investigates FIFA over World Cup ticket seating changes
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) over allegations that the organization misled fans regarding the location and quality of seats sold for the upcoming World Cup matches.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) over allegations that the organization misled fans regarding the location and quality of seats sold for the upcoming World Cup matches.
Harris County shooting: Suspect arrested following deadly shooting on West Little York
A suspect has been charged in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred in Harris County on Tuesday, authorities said.
A suspect has been charged in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred in Harris County on Tuesday, authorities said.
Houston crime: Arrest made following 2024 deadly shooting at 'makeshift club'
Houston police have announced an arrest in connection with a deadly 2024 shooting at a northeast Houston ‘makeshift club’.
Houston police have announced an arrest in connection with a deadly 2024 shooting at a northeast Houston ‘makeshift club’.
Trump's arch construction schedule could require '20 hours per day, year-round,' NPS report says
The National Park Service estimated that construction of the 250-foot-high triumphal arch that President Donald Trump wants built near the Lincoln Memorial could occur 20 hours per day, year-round in order to be completed in the next three years.
The National Park Service estimated that construction of the 250-foot-high triumphal arch that President Donald Trump wants built near the Lincoln Memorial could occur 20 hours per day, year-round in order to be completed in the next three years.
New Harris County Flood District leader needed ahead of Thursday vote, local expert says
Chronically behind schedule, Dr. Tina Peterson, leader of the Harris County Flood Control District, will tell Commissioner's Court that she has a plan to get work on more than two dozen projects back on track and completed within 18 months without losing federal dollars.
Chronically behind schedule, Dr. Tina Peterson, leader of the Harris County Flood Control District, will tell Commissioner's Court that she has a plan to get work on more than two dozen projects back on track and completed within 18 months without losing federal dollars.
Honda recalls more than 880,000 vehicles over rear suspension failure risk
Honda is recalling more than 880,000 SUVs and pickup trucks in the U.S. because a key rear suspension part can rust and fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Honda is recalling more than 880,000 SUVs and pickup trucks in the U.S. because a key rear suspension part can rust and fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Harris County mother, teen son dead after shooting on Windy Spring Lane
A mother and her 17-year-old son died after a shooting at a home in southeast Harris County on Monday morning, authorities say.
A mother and her 17-year-old son died after a shooting at a home in southeast Harris County on Monday morning, authorities say.
Houston City Council passes FY2027 $7B budget proposal
Houston City Council passed the FY2027 budget on Wednesday that includes a new $5 garbage fee despite fierce debate over city spending.
Houston City Council passed the FY2027 budget on Wednesday that includes a new $5 garbage fee despite fierce debate over city spending.
Karmelo Anthony to appeal murder conviction in Frisco track meet stabbing case
Karmelo Anthony has filed a notice of appeal after being convicted of murder and sentenced to 35 years in prison in the fatal stabbing at a Frisco track meet.
Karmelo Anthony has filed a notice of appeal after being convicted of murder and sentenced to 35 years in prison in the fatal stabbing at a Frisco track meet.