5-year-old girl killed, two children injured in Northwest Harris County car shooting

A 5-year-old girl was killed and two other children were injured late Saturday when someone opened fire on a vehicle carrying a mother and her five young children in northwest Harris County, authorities said.

Montgomery County Detention Officer killed in motorcycle crash

Montgomery County Detention Officer Anon Hoffman, a two-year veteran whose parents also work for the sheriff’s office, has died following a motorcycle crash in Austin County.

Federal judge pauses Texas GOP effort to close primary elections

A federal judge on Friday paused a bid by Texas Republicans to close the state's primary elections to only voters registered with the party.

Migrants rescued from inside portable water tank in Texas

U.S. Customs and Border Patrol said four migrants were rescued from inside a portable water tank in the back of a pickup truck.

Houston weather: Hot weekend ahead

Sunny and hot on Saturday, with lower humidity and highs in the 90s.

Houston former banker sentenced to 50 months for fraudulent PPP loan scheme

A Houston man who helped customers obtain fraudulent Paycheck Protection Program loans during the COVID-19 pandemic has been sentenced to more than four years in federal prison.

Houston crime: Suspect arrested after reaching 120 mph in stolen vehicle chase

A man was arrested after deputies chased a stolen vehicle through southwest Houston at speeds reaching about 120 mph, according to Harris County Precinct 7 officials.

Harris County: 2-year-old toddler dies after being found in swimming pool

Harris County Constable Precinct 4 Mark Herman's Office has confirmed a 2-year-old toddler has died after being found in a swimming pool on Friday afternoon.

Lee Gilley case: Harris County District Attorney says they will not seek death penalty

The Harris County District Attorney's Office has confirmed in a filing on Friday that they will not be seeking the death penalty against Lee Gilley, who is accused of killing his pregnant wife.

AI-generated event flyers are catfishing Houstonians: What you need to know

Checking social media to build your weekend plans? Pause before you head out the door. That event flyer you’re looking at online might be a complete fake.

TxDOT offering free car seat inspections for child passenger safety week

To raise awareness during Child Passenger Safety Week, TxDOT is offering free car seat inspections to help Texas parents correct common installation errors and protect young passengers.