Train cars derail in SE Harris County near Port Road, N Hwy 146

There was no hazmat concern following a train car derailment in southeast Harris County, the Precinct 8 Constable's Office said.

Harris County deadly crash: Pedestrian hit by Pct. 4 deputy constable

A deputy with the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office fatally struck a pedestrian on Tuesday morning, authorities confirm.

Houston shooting near taco truck on W Bellfort Blvd leaves man hospitalized

According to the preliminary investigation, police say two male suspects jumped out and attacked the man, and one of the suspects shot him.

Webster apartment residents dealing with rat infestation

The fearless creatures are wreaking havoc, contaminating food, and even eating through walls. Despite pleas for help, the apartment management seems to be ignoring the issue, leaving residents in a state of constant fear and frustration.

Baytown man sentenced to 60 years behind bars for robbing, killing elderly man who used wheelchair

In a shocking and tragic case, Marcus Gilbert, a 41-year-old man from Baytown, has pleaded guilty to the robbery and murder of 65-year-old John Henry Fernandez, a wheelchair user. The incident, which occurred on Christmas Day 2017, left Fernandez bound, suffocated, and abandoned in his apartment.

Katy ISD's Cardiff Junior High School evacuated due 'smoking battery', all clear given

The all-clear has been given by authorities after Katy ISD’s Cardiff Junior High School was evacuated on Monday due to a "smoking battery," district officials say.

Houston shooting: Male found dead in bushes outside home on Cruse Road

Houston police say an elderly homeowner and his caretaker found someone shot to death in front of his house in the 4900 block of Cruse Road near Lockwood.

2023 Kinder Houston Area Survey released by Rice University’s Kinder Institute for Urban Research

Rice University’s Kinder Institute for Urban Research will release their annual survey on Monday that examines Houston-area residents' opinions on social issues and challenges in the region.

New voucher bill hurts teachers more than helping, according to Texas State Teachers Association

"A record, $33 billion budget surplus gave lawmakers a golden opportunity to give Texas teachers, whose average salaries now trail the national average by more than $7,700, the kind of substantial pay raises they deserve and need", says Texas State Teachers Association President Ovidia Molina.