Harris County catalytic converter theft sentences rarely hit max under Texas law

A Texas law passed to crack down on catalytic converter thefts after the killing of a Harris County deputy is facing new scrutiny, as a review of recent cases shows none of the convicted offenders received the tougher penalties lawmakers intended.

Harris County: 17 dogs rescued from unsafe living conditions

An owner voluntarily signed over 17 dogs to Harris County Animal Control after an investigation at a home in Harris County, officials said.

Texas investigative report finds fatal 2025 Camp Mystic flood deaths were preventable

An investigative report presented to Texas lawmakers details how critical leadership delays and a lack of emergency preparedness led to the preventable deaths of 27 girls and counselors during a flash flood at Camp Mystic.

'The Voice' singer Dylan Carter's cause of death revealed: Report

Rising country singer and former contestant of "The Voice," Dylan Carter, has died at 24. His cause of death has been revealed, according to a report.

Parents at Neff Elementary say AC issues continue and causing students to get sick

Parents at Neff Elementary in Sharpstown are speaking out again, raising concerns about ongoing air conditioning issues they say are making classrooms unbearable.

Cases involving ex-Houston police officer Ashley Gonzalez under review

The Harris County District Attorney's Office is now reviewing cases involving former Houston police officer Ashley Gonzalez, who was terminated last week following an investigation into a racist rant.

Cole Allen: WHCA shooting suspect faces attempted assassination charge

Cole Tomas Allen, the 31‑year‑old suspect in the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting, made his first court appearance on Monday as he faces multiple federal charges. 

Baytown father charged with capital murder in 7-week-old son's death

Capital murder charges have been filed against 26-year-old father Christopher Leon Jenkins in Baytown for his alleged involvement in the death of his 7-week-old son.