Katy teen killed in e-bike crash in Fort Bend County, DPS says

A 15-year-old boy from Katy died after his electric bike collided with a car driven by a pizza delivery driver in Fort Bend County, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.

156 Texas data centers warned to comply with water use reporting requirements

The Texas attorney general’s office has sent letters to 156 data center developments across the state urging them to comply with water use reporting requirements. 

Gov. Abbott requests federal disaster tax relief for Texas flood victims after July

Gov. Greg Abbott asked the U.S. Treasury Department on Thursday, Oct. 15 to provide federal disaster tax relief to individuals and businesses affected by the severe storms and flooding in Texas on July 14.

Friendswood senior citizen program hits 35% membership surge, outpacing building capacity

A boom in enrollment at the Friendswood Senior Citizen Program is pushing its local facility to its limits, raising safety and accessibility concerns for local seniors.

Texas quail season opens Nov. 1 after survey shows strong populations

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department says timely rainfall and favorable habitat conditions boosted bobwhite and scaled quail populations across much of the state, making for a quality hunting season.

Over 100 pounds of methamphetamine seized at Houston-area airport

Officials said DEA Houston, working alongside the Houston Police Department, seized more than 100 pounds of methamphetamine concealed inside two suitcases at a Houston-area airport.

Inside the Halloween Rush at Pasadena’s Spirit Halloween

With Halloween just around the corner, shoppers across the area are gearing up for spooky season—and whether you're planning a classic fright or a last-minute trick-or-treat look, local stores are bustling with activity.

Nearly 40 pounds of meth found hidden in driver's spare tire at Texas border, officials say

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized nearly 40 pounds of meth and 24 pounds of cocaine that they said was found hidden in two drivers' vehicles at the Texas border last week. 

City of Clute police chief resigns

The resignation comes one day after it was announced that the now-former chief had been placed on paid administrative leave pending a personnel matter.

Cold front triggers widespread flooding, tornado across West Texas

A powerful cold front brought severe flooding and road closures from the South Plains to Rolling Plains, prompting TxDOT to issue high-water warnings.

City of Liberty sends nearly $600K to fraudulent account after fake payment request

The city of Liberty says it was the victim of a fraudulent wire transfer totaling approximately $600,000 after receiving a payment request from an email address impersonating a legitimate vendor.