Houston weather: Chilly night ahead for Tuesday, but not as cold

Temperatures drop again Tuesday night under clear skies, but not frigid as Monday night. It will still feel cool by early Wednesday morning, especially in outlying areas, but overall conditions are moderating and a warming trend will kick in beginning on Wednesday.

Houston Rodeo implements new dress code, citing 'family-friendly' values

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has officially updated its guest code of conduct to include a stricter dress code, targeting "inappropriate" or "excessively revealing" attire for the remainder of the 2026 season.

Texas police warn of viral DMV text scam targeting drivers over fake traffic tickets

Texas law enforcement agencies are warning residents of a text message scam that impersonates the DMV to trick people into paying fraudulent traffic tickets.

Judge orders Texas to extend deadline on school voucher program

A federal judge on Tuesday ordered the extension of the application deadline for Texas' school voucher program because of the state's exclusion of Islamic schools.

Missouri City crash involving Amtrak train, 18-wheeler

A 18-wheeler and an Amtrak train carrying more than 100 people were involved in a crash on Tuesday.

39 pythons found hidden in semi at Texas-Mexico border

CBP officers seized 39 live pythons hidden inside a commercial tractor at the World Trade Bridge in Laredo as the vehicle attempted to cross into Mexico.

Harris County district attorney declares years-long case backlog eliminated

Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare declared Tuesday that the criminal case backlog that has plagued the local justice system for years has been eliminated.

Texas man sentenced in violent border monopoly case involving fire bombings, murder

A Texas man was sentenced to 30 months in prison for his role in a violent criminal monopoly that seized control of the "transmigrante" trade at the South Texas border.

Texas A&M increases police protection for Corps of Cadets amid terrorism worries

Texas A&M University will provide police protection for its Corps of Cadets during formations and other organized activities amid worries of terrorism in the wake of the United States' war with Iran.

Houston rodeo announces new dress code policy for all patrons

The Houston Rodeo has announced a new dress code policy for all patrons who attend the rodeo as part of its updated code of conduct.

Texas woman accused of starving rescue dogs as more than 80 are saved, over 100 feared dead

More than 80 dogs were saved, but possibly more than 100 could be dead. Donald Calhoun, an investigator with the Tyler County DA's Office, calls this case, which they are continuing to investigate, heartbreaking.

South Texas man sentenced to 18 years for sexting minor, holding 11,000+ of child porn

A 36-year-old South Texas man was sentenced to 18 years in federal prison for the possession and distribution of thousands of child sexual abuse materials involving victims ranging from newborns to 13-year-olds.

Fleet Week Houston: US Navy, City of Houston announce participating ships

The U.S. Navy, in partnership with the City of Houston, has announced the lineup of ships participating in the first-ever Fleet Week Houston event in April.