Legendary Texas musician Joe Ely dies at 78
Joe Ely, the legendary Texas songwriter and singer whose raw, rock-and-roll-infused honky-tonk sound spanned five decades and helped define the Outlaw Country and Americana genres, died Monday at his home in Taos, New Mexico. He was 78.
Joe Ely, the legendary Texas songwriter and singer whose raw, rock-and-roll-infused honky-tonk sound spanned five decades and helped define the Outlaw Country and Americana genres, died Monday at his home in Taos, New Mexico. He was 78.
Tomball power outage, road closures scheduled for Wednesday
Tomball officials are alerting residents and drivers to a scheduled power outage on Wednesday. Here's what you need to know.
Tomball officials are alerting residents and drivers to a scheduled power outage on Wednesday. Here's what you need to know.
Harris County constable vehicle hit by vehicle on Hardy Toll Road
Harris County Constable deputies are working a crash where a driver hit a Precinct 4 patrol vehicle on northbound Hardy Toll Road.
Harris County Constable deputies are working a crash where a driver hit a Precinct 4 patrol vehicle on northbound Hardy Toll Road.
Body recovered from vehicle submerged in Galveston County bayou
A body was recovered after a vehicle crashed into Jarboe Bayou in Galveston County overnight on Tuesday, officials report.
A body was recovered after a vehicle crashed into Jarboe Bayou in Galveston County overnight on Tuesday, officials report.
Honduran man accused of killing girlfriend, dumping body in barrel on immigration hold
The man accused of shooting and killing his girlfriend in their Greenspoint home in early December has been confirmed by ICE officials to have an immigration hold.
The man accused of shooting and killing his girlfriend in their Greenspoint home in early December has been confirmed by ICE officials to have an immigration hold.
How much are 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets in Houston? Full price breakdown released
The 2026 FIFA World Cup ticket prices for Houston matches have been announced, revealing costs ranging from $140 to $700 for five group-stage and two knockout games, with Portugal, and potentially Cristiano Ronaldo, scheduled to play twice in the city.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup ticket prices for Houston matches have been announced, revealing costs ranging from $140 to $700 for five group-stage and two knockout games, with Portugal, and potentially Cristiano Ronaldo, scheduled to play twice in the city.
Package thefts in Texas among worst in the country, report says
Package theft is finally showing signs of slowing down nationwide, but in Texas, the impact is still among the worst in the country.
Package theft is finally showing signs of slowing down nationwide, but in Texas, the impact is still among the worst in the country.
Marc Veasey drops Tarrant County Judge race to focus on "fight" in Congress
U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey (D-Texas) is abandoning his bid for Tarrant County Judge to remain in Congress, stating he needs to focus on fighting against President Donald Trump and his political allies.
U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey (D-Texas) is abandoning his bid for Tarrant County Judge to remain in Congress, stating he needs to focus on fighting against President Donald Trump and his political allies.
Houston Christmas lights display locations: Neighborhoods, drive-thrus, holiday festivals 2025
Here's a look at events and festivals around the Houston area to see Christmas lights, as well as some popular neighborhoods to visit during the holidays!
Here's a look at events and festivals around the Houston area to see Christmas lights, as well as some popular neighborhoods to visit during the holidays!
Funeral services set for former U.S. Education Secretary, HISD superintendent Dr. Rod Paige
The funeral plans for Dr. Roderick Paige, Sr., the former U.S. Secretary of Education and Houston school leader, have been announced.
The funeral plans for Dr. Roderick Paige, Sr., the former U.S. Secretary of Education and Houston school leader, have been announced.
Katy dog mauling: Man found dead, mother-daughter attacked; one dog euthanized
A man is dead after being mauled by three dogs in the Katy area, officials say. A mother and daughter were also attacked by the dogs and hospitalized.
A man is dead after being mauled by three dogs in the Katy area, officials say. A mother and daughter were also attacked by the dogs and hospitalized.
First 2025 commercial case of bird flu reported in Texas
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has been confirmed in a commercial poultry flock in Shelby County, Texas; the first confirmed commercial case in the state this year.
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has been confirmed in a commercial poultry flock in Shelby County, Texas; the first confirmed commercial case in the state this year.
Funeral plans announced for longtime Houston anchor Dave Ward
The funeral arrangements have been announced for longtime Houston anchor Dave Ward. There will be public visitation and services for Houston residents who wish to pay their respects.
The funeral arrangements have been announced for longtime Houston anchor Dave Ward. There will be public visitation and services for Houston residents who wish to pay their respects.
Spring ISD school bus allegedly stopped by suspect pointing weapon at students
Harris County deputies are searching for a suspect who allegedly pointed a weapon at students and the driver of a school bus in Spring.
Harris County deputies are searching for a suspect who allegedly pointed a weapon at students and the driver of a school bus in Spring.
11 year sentence for Houston meth dealer high-speed drug toss
A Houston man was sentenced to over 11 years in federal prison for possessing and attempting to distribute five kilograms of crystal meth following a high-speed police chase where he threw the drugs from his car.
A Houston man was sentenced to over 11 years in federal prison for possessing and attempting to distribute five kilograms of crystal meth following a high-speed police chase where he threw the drugs from his car.
Teen found safe after going missing in Humble
An Amber Alert was going to be issued, but it was later canceled.
An Amber Alert was going to be issued, but it was later canceled.
Pedestrian struck, killed by vehicle on Westheimer Road; Houston Police investigating
Anyone with more information can contact Houston Police or Crime Stoppers.
Anyone with more information can contact Houston Police or Crime Stoppers.
Three found shot after altercation at Gulfton apartment complex, police say
It's believed people in one vehicle shot at another vehicle that just pulled up to the complex, and the victims may have fired back.
It's believed people in one vehicle shot at another vehicle that just pulled up to the complex, and the victims may have fired back.
Houston man gets 10 years for coercing, enticing a minor
The investigation revealed that Brice Andrew Flickinger initially met the minor victim through social media. They later met in person approximately 15 times, during which he would drive them both to his home after midnight.
The investigation revealed that Brice Andrew Flickinger initially met the minor victim through social media. They later met in person approximately 15 times, during which he would drive them both to his home after midnight.
Pedestrian on SH-146 fatally struck by on-duty Baytown officer identified by family
Police say a man was walking on the highway when he was struck by a marked Baytown PD vehicle.
Police say a man was walking on the highway when he was struck by a marked Baytown PD vehicle.