Texas police warn of viral DMV text scam targeting drivers over fake traffic tickets
Texas law enforcement agencies are warning residents of a text message scam that impersonates the DMV to trick people into paying fraudulent traffic tickets.
Texas law enforcement agencies are warning residents of a text message scam that impersonates the DMV to trick people into paying fraudulent traffic tickets.
METRO police chief on recent violence: 'That does not define METRO PD'
Assaults reported by Houston METRO were on the rise in 2025. However, officials say your odds of being a victim of a major crime on mass transit is one is almost 148,000.
Assaults reported by Houston METRO were on the rise in 2025. However, officials say your odds of being a victim of a major crime on mass transit is one is almost 148,000.
Texas DPS announces major traffic crackdown for Spring Break
Texas state troopers are launching a high-visibility traffic enforcement campaign through March 17 to crack down on speeding and impaired driving during the busy spring break travel period.
Texas state troopers are launching a high-visibility traffic enforcement campaign through March 17 to crack down on speeding and impaired driving during the busy spring break travel period.
Bot Auto, Ryan Transportation to launch driverless truck route between Houston and Dallas in 2026
Houston-based startup Bot Auto is partnering with Ryan Transportation to launch fully driverless, overnight freight runs between Houston and Dallas starting in Spring 2026.
Houston-based startup Bot Auto is partnering with Ryan Transportation to launch fully driverless, overnight freight runs between Houston and Dallas starting in Spring 2026.
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.
Uber in hot seat after probe finds violent offenders were cleared to drive passengers: report
The popular ride-share app Uber is reportedly taking strides to enact more comprehensive background checks after its policies allowed individuals with violent criminal convictions to drive for the company.
The popular ride-share app Uber is reportedly taking strides to enact more comprehensive background checks after its policies allowed individuals with violent criminal convictions to drive for the company.
Fight on METRO bus ends with 1 person shot in the leg
According to Houston METRO officials, the incident occurred on METRO bus 2081 near Northpoint Drive and Greenspoint Drive.
According to Houston METRO officials, the incident occurred on METRO bus 2081 near Northpoint Drive and Greenspoint Drive.
Houston crime: Fight on METRO bus ends with 1 person shot in the leg
According to Houston METRO officials, the incident occurred on METRO bus 2081 near Northpoint Drive and Greenspoint Drive.
According to Houston METRO officials, the incident occurred on METRO bus 2081 near Northpoint Drive and Greenspoint Drive.
METRORail passenger injured in crash with vehicle in Houston Museum district
Officials say a truck turned in front of a METRORail train on the Red Line.
Officials say a truck turned in front of a METRORail train on the Red Line.
Former NASCAR legend, Greg Biffle, was not flying jet when it crashed, NTSB preliminary report says
Investigators with the National Transportation Safety Board said in a preliminary report that Greg Biffle, former NASCAR driver, was not the one flying his jet when it crashed last month.
Investigators with the National Transportation Safety Board said in a preliminary report that Greg Biffle, former NASCAR driver, was not the one flying his jet when it crashed last month.
Houston METRO to continue law enforcement partnership after deadly deputy-involved shooting
A suspect was shot and killed by two Harris County deputies at a Houston METRORail station Wednesday night.
A suspect was shot and killed by two Harris County deputies at a Houston METRORail station Wednesday night.
Harris County deputy stabbed, suspect killed at north Houston METRORail station, officials say
An indecency suspect with a knife was shot by two deputies, and one of the deputies was stabbed in the arm.
An indecency suspect with a knife was shot by two deputies, and one of the deputies was stabbed in the arm.
UPS retires entire fleet of planes involved in deadly Louisville crash
UPS is permanently retiring its fleet of McDonnell Douglas MD-11 cargo planes following a deadly November crash in Louisville.
UPS is permanently retiring its fleet of McDonnell Douglas MD-11 cargo planes following a deadly November crash in Louisville.
Accused METRO bus teen shooter denied bail
An alleged teen shooter was denied bail following a shooting on a Houston METRO bus that fatality killed an innocent bystander. Smith was allegedly trying to fire shots at another individual.
An alleged teen shooter was denied bail following a shooting on a Houston METRO bus that fatality killed an innocent bystander. Smith was allegedly trying to fire shots at another individual.
Some Houston METRO services reopening Monday
Houston METRO is reopening its transportation services on a delayed schedule Monday due to the wintry weather.
Houston METRO is reopening its transportation services on a delayed schedule Monday due to the wintry weather.
METRO bus shooting suspect facing federal charges, accused of having machine gun
The 18-year-old involved in the deadly METRO bus shooting on Jan. 7 is now facing federal weapons charges following the investigation into the incident.
The 18-year-old involved in the deadly METRO bus shooting on Jan. 7 is now facing federal weapons charges following the investigation into the incident.
Harris County and TxDOT prepare for severe winter storm
Impacts on Houston will be felt this weekend with cold rain and possible ice pellets, freezing rain or areas of wet snow.
Impacts on Houston will be felt this weekend with cold rain and possible ice pellets, freezing rain or areas of wet snow.
These states rank as the best, worst places to drive in 2026: Poll
The average American driver lost nearly $900 and 49 hours to traffic in 2025, according to a new WalletHub study that ranks the best and worst states for driving.
The average American driver lost nearly $900 and 49 hours to traffic in 2025, according to a new WalletHub study that ranks the best and worst states for driving.
4 Houston rideshare drivers accused of violent sexual assaults; FBI seeking more victims
Any victims of the suspects or any driver are asked to contact the FBI.
Any victims of the suspects or any driver are asked to contact the FBI.
METRO Police Chief addresses committee on safety meeting after deadly bus shooting
METRO Police Chief Ban Tien addressed the agency’s Public Safety Committee just a week after a fatal shooting on the transit system left one woman dead and a teenager injured.
METRO Police Chief Ban Tien addressed the agency’s Public Safety Committee just a week after a fatal shooting on the transit system left one woman dead and a teenager injured.