FULL VIDEO: Democrats debate: The 18th Congressional District

Some of the leading Democrats running for Houston's 18th Congressional District debated the issues important to the community. This debate is for the seat vacated earlier this year following the death of Sylvester Turner.

Sister charged in 8-year-old brother's death, boyfriend arrested back in March

On Wednesday, Harris County authorities arrested 17-year-old Kara Walker for her alleged role in her 8-year-old brother's abuse that led to his death. Her boyfriend was also arrested back in March.

Channelview commercial fire along I-10 leaves man in critical condition

A man was taken to the hospital in critical condition after a fire that impacted several businesses in Channelview early Thursday morning, officials say.

Harris County constable deputies hit by suspected impaired driver, hospitalized

Two Harris County constable deputies were struck by a possible impaired driver while on a call near North Sam Houston Toll Road and Ella Boulevard.

Off-duty METRO police officer injured in Houston crash at Cullen, Fellows

An off-duty METRO police officer was taken to the hospital after a crash on Houston's south side on Wednesday afternoon, authorities say.

Looking for an AI-proof career? 12-week course to become an EMT starts next week

Want a career that's AI proof? A new 12-week program to become an EMT will start next week and tuition to the course at National EMS Academy in Baytown is only $400.

2nd Humble ISD bus mix-up: 5-year-old left alone at wrong stop miles from home

A Humble ISD mother says her 5-year-old daughter was put on the wrong bus and dropped off alone in a neighborhood miles away from their home. It’s the second incident in the district where a child was left at the wrong stop during the first week of school.

Harris County commissioners plan to deal with deficit without raising taxes

A bi-partisan majority has emerged committed to "living within the County's means" and not asking property owners for more of their money.

Harris County leaders discuss budget deficit

Harris County leaders are grappling with a budget deficit, but they can't agree on how big that deficit actually is. On Tuesday, county leaders debated options for balancing the deficit.

Bomb squad at Memorial Park: Part of WWI-era artillery shell found in Houston

The bomb squad conducted a detonation at Houston’s Memorial Park after part of a WWI-era artillery shell was found in a wooded area on Monday.

Ex-MD Anderson scientist accused of stealing trade secrets for China

A former researcher at MD Anderson Cancer Center is accused of trying to steal proprietary cancer-related research and take it to China.

Harris County Sheriff's Office employees relieved of duty after DWI charge

A Harris County Sheriff's Office sergeant and a lateral deputy have been relieved of duty after they were both arrested charged with DWIs.

Attempted child abduction in Spring; suspect wanted

Authorities say a 12-year-old was approached by an unknown male who asked if the child wanted to get in his vehicle.