Texas bullet train group inks deal with Milan design firm
Webuild, based in Milan, will oversee heavy construction of the planned 236-mile (380-kilometer) project for developer Texas Central, the companies said in a news release.
2 soldiers in Texas accused of smuggling migrants from Mexico
A Fort Hood soldier and a Pennsylvania National Guardsman stationed at the Central Texas installation have been charged with smuggling two men into Texas from Mexico.
Biden-Putin summit: Leaders meet face-to-face for talks in Geneva
President Joe Biden and Russia's Vladimir Putin are meeting Wednesday in Geneva for a highly-anticipated summit, expected to last four to five hours.
Parents of teen killed at graduation party asks why judge freed suspected killer
On June 6, police say BJ Taylor was shot to death at a graduation party by 18-year-old Omari Sykes an admitted gang member.
Thompson Chapel, a community founded in Fort Bend Co. before Sugar Land by freed slaves
A family in Fort Bend County is reminded of Juneteenth nearly everyday as they fight to find out how they lost 100 acres of land once purchased by their descendant after slavery.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, House Republicans introduce legislation to oust Fauci
A group of Republican U.S. Representatives, including two from Georgia, introduced legislation with the intention of removing Dr. Anthony Fauci as Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, accusing him of misinforming former President Donald Trump and Americans with regards to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Marjorie Taylor Greene apologizes for comparing mask mandate to Holocaust
“I'm truly sorry for offending people with remarks about the Holocaust," the Georgia Republican said.
New wine labeling law will 'guarantee authenticity of Texas wine'
HB 1957, signed by Governor Greg Abbott, sets new standards on what can be labeled as a Texas wine.
'Sully' Sullenberger among 9 high-profile nominees for Biden's ambassador postings
President Joe Biden has unveiled picks for several high-profile ambassadorial postings, turning to a group that includes career diplomats, political allies and an American aviation hero.
City of Houston considers raising water bills to pay for poor infrastructure
The City of Houston says it is looking to increase bills by 63% to fix failing water infrastructure.
Turning energy saving steps into cash saving
While it may seem too hot to skimp on air conditioning, there are ways to feel cool while spending less.
Houston mayor joins other mayors nationwide for a meeting on a rise in gun violence
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner is warning residents to stay alert while crime continues to rise in the city and across the country.
Biden arrives in Geneva for Putin meeting after bid to rally US allies
President Joe Biden arrived in Geneva for a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. It comes after days of sessions with U.S. democratic allies.
2 killed in shooting at Mueller fire hydrant plant in Alabama
Two people and the suspected gunman are dead in Albertville, Alabama after a shooting at a Mueller Co. fire hydrant plant early Tuesday morning.
Humble man gets 45 years for murder of woman shot in front of her son
An Humble man charged with the murder of a woman who was fatally shot in front of her son has been sentenced to 45 years in prison, officials say.
Technical issues delay Southwest Airlines flights for a second day
For the second day in a row, Southwest Airlines is dealing with outages and delays because of computer problems.
MacKenzie Scott donates $2.7B to 286 organizations, some in the Houston area
MacKenzie Scott announced Tuesday that she has given $2.7 billion to 286 organizations, including some from the greater Houston area and Southeast Texas.
US COVID-19 death toll reaches 600,000 as cases, vaccinations slow
More than 600,000 Americans have now died of COVID-19 since the onset of the pandemic, according to data collected by Johns Hopkins University.
White House unveils new strategy to combat domestic terrorism
The Biden administration says it will enhance its analysis of domestic terror threats in the U.S. as part of a new strategy to combat the growing threat.
CDC to label delta COVID-19 strain a 'variant of concern,' say vaccines 'effective'
Two doses of Pfizer, Moderna vaccines effective against delta variant, officials say.