Woman dies in crash with 18-wheeler on US 290 in NW Harris County

The Harris County Sheriff's Office says a woman was taken to the hospital by Life Flight after crashing into the back of an 18-wheeler. She was pronounced dead at the hospital.

Harris County to file lawsuit challenging Gov. Abbott's order against mask mandates

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo announced late Tuesday night that the County has authorized filing a lawsuit challenging Governor Abbott's order preventing Texas local governments from requiring masks.

Spring ISD to require masks in district buildings, campuses

The Spring Independent School District announced on Tuesday evening they will be requiring masks for all students, staff, and visitors.

Murder victim's family unleash anger at Harris Co. Commissioner's Court

Police say the 26-year-old Little League football coach and Prairie View A&M graduate was fatally ambushed a year ago by a habitual, violent offender who'd been released on multiple felony bonds.

Multiple train cars derail in Crosby, cleanup underway

Union Pacific officials said the derailment occurred near Jackson Bayou Roud and Kernohan Street around 2:30 p.m.

Woman, child rescued from fire after boyfriend allegedly locked them in room

Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez says the woman's boyfriend allegedly locked her and her child in a room and possibly set fire to the apartment.

Driver dies after crashing into back of 18-wheeler in east Harris County

According to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, the driver, believed to be in his 20s, died after crashing into the back of an 18-wheeler that was stopped on the shoulder.

Surging COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations causing school districts to update health protocols

As COVID-19 cases surge, some Houston-area school districts are updating their health protocols. Fort Bend ISD announced Sunday that the district will now offer a virtual learning option, and HISD’s board of trustees is expected to vote this week on a proposed mask mandate.

Pct. 4 constable deputies fatally shot suspect who fired at them, authorities say

Authorities say Harris County Pct. 4 constable deputies who responded to a call at a Walmart fatally shot a suspect who fired at them in the parking lot.