Dog dumped off McKay Bridge over Lake Houston lucky to be alive

A dog rescued from a remote concrete island beneath the McKay Bridge in Huffman is recovering after weeks of being stranded, while animal rescuers say at least nine abandoned cats have also been saved and are urging law enforcement to investigate who is dumping pets in the area.

Man rescued after falling into manhole in North Harris County

According to Harris County Constable Precinct 4 Office, the man fell into a manhole at the intersection of Cypresswood Drive and James C. Leo Drive.

Fort Bend ISD parent says school closure led family to leave district ahead of new school year

A Fort Bend ISD parent says the Sugar Mill Elementary closure led her family to enroll at Aristoi Classical Academy. The district previously outlined transition support, but questions remain about enrollment and plans for the closed campus.

Houston-area school districts update e-bike rules ahead of new school year

Katy ISD, Conroe ISD and Barbers Hill ISD have each announced different approaches, but district leaders say the changes are centered on student safety.

18-year-old charged in deadly teen shooting now accused of fatal Midtown incident

Jefferson Velasquez is accused of shooting and killing a man outside a Midtown nightclub earlier this year. Records show he's also charged for another deadly shooting that happened last year.

Texas approves use of new test for public university admissions

Texas public universities may now use the Classic Learning Test when considering students who do not qualify for automatic admission.

Former Texas deputy pleads guilty to child exploitation charges, faces 60 years

A former Texas law enforcement officer faces up to 60 years in federal prison after pleading guilty Monday to child exploitation charges in federal court, officials announced.

Measles outbreak reported in Montgomery County: DSHS

State health officials are urging residents and health care professionals in Montgomery County to stay alert after a recent measles outbreak.