Texas school voucher program hits 200,000 applications, doubling initial capacity before deadline
The story details how applications for the Texas Education Freedom Accounts have surged past 200,000, far exceeding the program's initial 90,000-student capacity and triggering a state-mandated prioritization process for low-income families and students with disabilities.
The story details how applications for the Texas Education Freedom Accounts have surged past 200,000, far exceeding the program's initial 90,000-student capacity and triggering a state-mandated prioritization process for low-income families and students with disabilities.
Livingston pursuit: Missouri man arrested following pursuit
A Missouri man is facing charges after leading authorities on a pursuit through Livingston that was caught on camera.
A Missouri man is facing charges after leading authorities on a pursuit through Livingston that was caught on camera.
2 people injured in shooting, sought help from officers at Houston Rodeo
An investigation is underway after two people were shot on Monday afternoon and sought help at the Houston Rodeo.
An investigation is underway after two people were shot on Monday afternoon and sought help at the Houston Rodeo.
From classroom to capitol: Union leader challenges lawmaker in November election
Veteran teacher and union leader Michelle Williams wins the Democratic primary for Texas House District 127. Now, she’s taking on incumbent Republican Charles Cunningham—a member of the committee that decides on the very education laws she fought in the classroom.
Veteran teacher and union leader Michelle Williams wins the Democratic primary for Texas House District 127. Now, she’s taking on incumbent Republican Charles Cunningham—a member of the committee that decides on the very education laws she fought in the classroom.
Court ruling settles Texas-Oklahoma border fight over Red River property rights
Texas successfully defended its border sovereignty after a court dismissed an Oklahoma landowner's legal attempt to claim state property along the Red River.
Texas successfully defended its border sovereignty after a court dismissed an Oklahoma landowner's legal attempt to claim state property along the Red River.
Houston Rodeo releases statement following weekend fights causing carnival to close early
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has released a statement after fights occurred over the weekend in the carnival area causing the area to close early “out of an abundance of caution."
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has released a statement after fights occurred over the weekend in the carnival area causing the area to close early “out of an abundance of caution."
Texas Dairy Queen brings back minty favorites for St. Patrick’s Day
Texas Dairy Queen locations have launched the new Mint Crunchin’ Cookie Dipped Cone and brought back the fan-favorite Mint OREO Blizzard for St. Patrick’s Day.
Texas Dairy Queen locations have launched the new Mint Crunchin’ Cookie Dipped Cone and brought back the fan-favorite Mint OREO Blizzard for St. Patrick’s Day.
Triple-fatal crash on Highway 90 in Richmond; 2 juveniles injured
Three people were killed, and three others were injured on US-90 Alternate on Sunday morning.
Three people were killed, and three others were injured on US-90 Alternate on Sunday morning.
Austin police urge patients to come forward after two physical therapists arrested for sexual assault
Austin police are asking potential victims to come forward after physical therapists Paul Lietz and Manuel Rangel were arrested on separate sexual assault charges.
Austin police are asking potential victims to come forward after physical therapists Paul Lietz and Manuel Rangel were arrested on separate sexual assault charges.
Texas unveils new specialty license plates honoring veterans and first responders
Texans will have several new ways to display their military service, professional background, and charitable support on their vehicles following the release of a new series of specialty license plates.
Texans will have several new ways to display their military service, professional background, and charitable support on their vehicles following the release of a new series of specialty license plates.
Beaumont Highway crash: Man knocked into ditch trying to retrieve jet ski
A man was hospitalized after he was hit while trying to retrieve his jet ski off Beaumont Highway in northeast Harris County near Sheldon.
A man was hospitalized after he was hit while trying to retrieve his jet ski off Beaumont Highway in northeast Harris County near Sheldon.
Houston murder investigation leads to federal drug trafficking and firearms charges
Johna Robinson faces murder and federal drug charges after the fatal shooting of Terribia Dembry on Grant Rd. in Feb. that led to an investigation into meth trafficking and illegal firearms.
Johna Robinson faces murder and federal drug charges after the fatal shooting of Terribia Dembry on Grant Rd. in Feb. that led to an investigation into meth trafficking and illegal firearms.
Bush Airport issues ground delays due to strong winds, check flight status
A wind advisory is in effect and due to the strong gusts we're experiencing, some flights will be impacted.
A wind advisory is in effect and due to the strong gusts we're experiencing, some flights will be impacted.
Richardson father of 6, who served with U.S. forces, dies in ICE custody one day after arrest
An Afghan wartime ally and father of six died Saturday morning less than 24 hours after being taken into federal immigration custody in North Texas, according to family members and officials.
An Afghan wartime ally and father of six died Saturday morning less than 24 hours after being taken into federal immigration custody in North Texas, according to family members and officials.
Harris County deputy injured after car runs red light in Greenspoint
A Harris County deputy was injured after they were involved in a crash in the Greenspoint-area early Monday morning.
A Harris County deputy was injured after they were involved in a crash in the Greenspoint-area early Monday morning.
Texas Longhorns secure No. 1 seed in 2026 NCAA Women’s Tournament
Six Texas schools have secured spots in the 2026 NCAA women’s tournament, led by a top-seeded Texas Longhorns squad with national championship ambitions.
Six Texas schools have secured spots in the 2026 NCAA women’s tournament, led by a top-seeded Texas Longhorns squad with national championship ambitions.
Texas dominates NCAA tournament with seven teams headed to March Madness
Seven Texas college basketball programs, led by championship contender Houston and a surging Texas Tech, have officially secured spots in the 2026 NCAA tournament field.
Seven Texas college basketball programs, led by championship contender Houston and a surging Texas Tech, have officially secured spots in the 2026 NCAA tournament field.
Man shot, killed in north Houston during argument with suspects
The shooting was reported mid-Sunday morning on Bauman Road.
The shooting was reported mid-Sunday morning on Bauman Road.
Motorcyclist killed in Almeda Road crash
A motorcyclist was struck by a minivan on Almeda near Hepburn Street.
A motorcyclist was struck by a minivan on Almeda near Hepburn Street.
Meet Houston's 'Metro' Man: From crash survivor to crosswalk guardian
At the bustling intersection of Montrose Boulevard and Westheimer Road, drivers are often moving too fast to notice the pedestrians on the curb. But for the last five months, Davonta Robbins (AKA "Metro") has made sure they are seen.
At the bustling intersection of Montrose Boulevard and Westheimer Road, drivers are often moving too fast to notice the pedestrians on the curb. But for the last five months, Davonta Robbins (AKA "Metro") has made sure they are seen.