DPS investigating fatal hit-and-run crash that killed cyclist in New Caney

Texas Department of Public Safety troopers are investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash in New Caney after an adult male cyclist was found dead in a ditch along Loop 494 on Thursday morning. Investigators believe the victim was struck from behind by a vehicle that fled the scene sometime late Wednesday night.

Texas summer power demand could jump nearly 10% from last year, ERCOT says

The group charged with operating the bulk of the Texas power grid said this week they are preparing for a record level of electricity demand this summer.

Missing 12-year-old last seen in Spring area

Lola Santacruz was last seen June 2 near Cypresswood Road and Treaschwig Drive.

Texas towing company owner pleads guilty to trying to bribe Bexar County Sheriff

A Bexar County towing company owner pleaded guilty in federal court on Thursday to conspiring to bribe the Bexar County Sheriff in a failed bid to secure a lucrative county towing contract, federal prosecutors announced.

USDA confirms first US case of flesh-eating screwworm in Texas, triggering quarantines

Federal agricultural officials on Wednesday confirmed the first U.S. case of the destructive New World screwworm in a Texas calf, triggering emergency quarantine measures and sparking a sharp political clash over the adequacy of the government's response.

Magnolia apartment residents shocked by soaring water bills as Aqua Texas defends rate hikes

Residents in fast-growing suburban communities like Magnolia and Spring may want to pay close attention to who provides their water service — and how much it could cost. Tenants at a Magnolia apartment complex are reporting dramatic increases in their monthly water bills, with some saying charges have more than doubled.

Katy-area house fire possibly sparked by lightning

Crews were at the home minutes after the 911 call Tuesday and saw flames rising through the roof.