$5K grants available for Central Texas restaurants hit by catastrophic July floods

The TX Restaurant Relief Fund has been activated to provide financial aid and support to independent restaurants and workers impacted by the recent catastrophic Texas floods.

Meyerland apartment fire: Broken hydrant causes issues, partial roof collapse

A fire at a Meyerland apartment complex dozens of residents without a home after multiple units were damaged, according to the Houston Fire Department.

Houston rain: No high water locations reported, beware of slick roadways

Heavy rain passed through the Houston-area early Thursday morning. However, the risk of flash flooding has moved out of nearby counties.

Family of Brianna Aguilera retains Tony Buzbee, disputes ruling in student's death

The Buzbee Law Firm is teaming up with the Gamez Law Firm to help the parents of 19-year-old Brianna Aguilera, a Texas A&M student, who was found dead on a sidewalk in Austin last week.

Monk injured in crash during 'Walk for Peace' in Liberty County has leg amputated

According to “Walk for Peace" on Facebook, the monk, identified as Bhante Dam Phommasan, had surgery on Wednesday morning to have his leg amputated.

Father and son charged with trafficking 75+ firearms purchased at Texas Gun Show

Federal authorities have charged a man and his son with illegally trafficking over 75 firearms and large amounts of ammunition allegedly purchased with cash at Texas gun shows.

Two wanted, accused of robbing man contacted via dating app, Houston Police say

The victim allegedly met a woman on a dating app and agreed to get food, then a man supposedly tried to rob the victim. Tips sent directly to Crime Stoppers could result in a payment of up to $5,000.

Houston finally clearing months-old debris piles in Southwest neighborhoods

Houston begins clearing months-old debris piles in southwest neighborhoods, adding $2 million to a cleanup contract as crews work through hundreds of pending pickup requests. Residents are urged to call 3-1-1 for debris removal.

Texas DPS: Fugitive child sex offender on Texas Most Wanted list sought in DFW area

Texas officials have increased the reward to $$8,500$ for information leading to the arrest of William Herrera Zamora, a convicted child sex offender on the state's 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants list.

CAIR defends against Texas Gov. Abbott's request to revoke tax exemption

The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) has released a letter they sent to the U.S. Treasury secretary in defense of their status as a tax-exempt nonprofit organization.

Houston Police seeking person of interest in fatal Cloverland Park shooting

Police say a boy was killed, and a girl was injured Saturday night during a party at a Southeast Houston park. Anyone with information can call Houston Police or Crime Stoppers.

This Texas city is only a little less sinful than Las Vegas: Study

Three cities in the Lone Star State rank in the top 25, judging by a comparison of crimes related to the seven deadly sins.

BBB warns consumers of tap-to-pay scams this holiday season

A warning before you shop in a crowded mall or attend a busy festival or sporting event this holiday season. The Better Business Bureau is issuing an alert that tap-to-pay scams are rising.