Texas renters: Check if you qualify for share of RealPage settlement

Renters who lived at properties using RealPage software from 2018 through 2025 may qualify for a share of a proposed $360 million settlement.

Crews battling Ross Fire in Texas see slightly better weather

Crews are working around the clock to control the Ross Fire burning in Palo Pinto and Jack counties, west of Fort Worth.

Residents at northeast Houston apartment complex without power for more than a day

Residents at a Humble apartment complex say they have been without electricity for more than a day, leaving some concerned about the heat, spoiled food and medication that needs to stay refrigerated.

Cruz says 'it's no secret' he wants to be president

Sen. Ted Cruz said it is “no secret” that he wants to be president, but would not say whether he will run in 2028.

Margaritaville at Sea to begin Galveston cruises in October 2027

Margaritaville at Sea will begin sailing from the Port of Galveston in October 2027, becoming the port’s seventh cruise line and adding weekly Friday departures for travelers across Texas and the Central U.S.

Texas judge denies Minnesota’s request to stop release of ICE agent charged in fatal shooting

A federal judge has denied Minnesota’s request to prevent the release of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer being held in a Texas jail in connection with a deadly shooting earlier this year.

Grandfather charged in fatal T.C. Jester crash that killed 9-year-old grandson

A 52-year-old grandfather is facing a felony charge following a night-time crash in Harris County that took the life of his 9-year-old grandson.

Texas getting $1B from Meta settlement. Here’s how it’ll be spent

Meta has agreed to a $17 billion settlement with nearly every state in the U.S. over the addictive nature of social media with teens.

Texas education board exploring 3-year college degree programs

Gov. Greg Abbott is directing the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to form a working group to develop a statewide framework for three-year bachelor's degrees.

Houston police leaders face backlash for missing City Council discussing immigration report

The Houston Police Department's top leaders are facing criticism after they did not attend the city's Public Safety Committee meeting where they were listed to present the immigration report.

Third Ward neighbors frustrated with city leaders, police over nightlife chaos

A Houston neighborhood says nonstop weekend partying is turning their streets into a nightmare and contacted city leaders who they say have been inconsistent on enforcement.

Dallas estimates $1.8M security cost for the upcoming Republican National Convention

Dallas officials estimate police security for the upcoming Republican National Convention could cost $1.8 million as the city explores reimbursement options.

31-year-old career criminal granted bond for violent crime even though she's wanted in 3 states

Veronica Kiana Jones, who has six felony convictions and was wanted on bond forfeiture warrants, was granted a $50,000 bond in Harris County on an aggravated assault with a deadly weapon charge.