Harris County catalytic converter theft sentences rarely hit max under Texas law
A Texas law passed to crack down on catalytic converter thefts after the killing of a Harris County deputy is facing new scrutiny, as a review of recent cases shows none of the convicted offenders received the tougher penalties lawmakers intended.
A Texas law passed to crack down on catalytic converter thefts after the killing of a Harris County deputy is facing new scrutiny, as a review of recent cases shows none of the convicted offenders received the tougher penalties lawmakers intended.
Harris County: 17 dogs rescued from unsafe living conditions
An owner voluntarily signed over 17 dogs to Harris County Animal Control after an investigation at a home in Harris County, officials said.
An owner voluntarily signed over 17 dogs to Harris County Animal Control after an investigation at a home in Harris County, officials said.
Harris County crime: Suspect found in bed with 13-year-old after allegedly breaking into home
A suspect is facing charges after authorities found him inside a bed with a 13-year-old on Monday afternoon, authorities said.
A suspect is facing charges after authorities found him inside a bed with a 13-year-old on Monday afternoon, authorities said.
Texas investigative report finds fatal 2025 Camp Mystic flood deaths were preventable
An investigative report presented to Texas lawmakers details how critical leadership delays and a lack of emergency preparedness led to the preventable deaths of 27 girls and counselors during a flash flood at Camp Mystic.
An investigative report presented to Texas lawmakers details how critical leadership delays and a lack of emergency preparedness led to the preventable deaths of 27 girls and counselors during a flash flood at Camp Mystic.
Parents at Neff Elementary say AC issues continue and causing students to get sick
Parents at Neff Elementary in Sharpstown are speaking out again, raising concerns about ongoing air conditioning issues they say are making classrooms unbearable.
Parents at Neff Elementary in Sharpstown are speaking out again, raising concerns about ongoing air conditioning issues they say are making classrooms unbearable.
Houston weather: Summer-like weather starting the week
Southeast Texas kicked off the week very warm and humid with highs around 90 degrees.
Southeast Texas kicked off the week very warm and humid with highs around 90 degrees.
Huntsville ISD employee terminated, charged with injury to a child
A Huntsville ISD employee is facing charges following an investigation, according to a news release.
A Huntsville ISD employee is facing charges following an investigation, according to a news release.
Texas AG sues chemical manufacturer in Freeport for illegally releasing chlorine, other chemicals
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against a chemical manufacturer in Freefort for illegally releasing chlorine and other chemicals.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against a chemical manufacturer in Freefort for illegally releasing chlorine and other chemicals.
Cases involving ex-Houston police officer Ashley Gonzalez under review
The Harris County District Attorney's Office is now reviewing cases involving former Houston police officer Ashley Gonzalez, who was terminated last week following an investigation into a racist rant.
The Harris County District Attorney's Office is now reviewing cases involving former Houston police officer Ashley Gonzalez, who was terminated last week following an investigation into a racist rant.
Baytown father charged with capital murder in 7-week-old son's death
Capital murder charges have been filed against 26-year-old father Christopher Leon Jenkins in Baytown for his alleged involvement in the death of his 7-week-old son.
Capital murder charges have been filed against 26-year-old father Christopher Leon Jenkins in Baytown for his alleged involvement in the death of his 7-week-old son.
Houston crash on Gessner Road leaves woman dead; man charged
A man has been charged with intoxicated manslaughter after a Houston crash that left a 24-year-old woman dead over the weekend.
A man has been charged with intoxicated manslaughter after a Houston crash that left a 24-year-old woman dead over the weekend.
Supreme Court reinforces ruling allowing redrawn Texas congressional map
The U.S. Supreme Court has reinforced its prior decision allowing Texas to use a redrawn congressional map for the 2026 midterm elections, effectively ending legal challenges, for now, at a time of nationwide redistricting battles.
The U.S. Supreme Court has reinforced its prior decision allowing Texas to use a redrawn congressional map for the 2026 midterm elections, effectively ending legal challenges, for now, at a time of nationwide redistricting battles.
Texas voting guide: What to know for the May runoff elections
The deadline to register to vote in the 2026 runoff elections is April 27.
The deadline to register to vote in the 2026 runoff elections is April 27.
Former Sweeny Fire Chief Timothy Dale Webb arrested on child sexual assault charges
Former Sweeny Fire Chief Timothy Dale Webb was arrested on several charges, including sexual assault of a child, just three months after the arrest of his son.
Former Sweeny Fire Chief Timothy Dale Webb was arrested on several charges, including sexual assault of a child, just three months after the arrest of his son.
2026 NFL Draft: Full list of picks as Texans prioritize protection for C.J. Stroud
The Houston Texans utilized the 2026 NFL Draft to protect quarterback C.J. Stroud and bolster their defensive front, headlined by a first-round trade-up for offensive guard Keylan Rutledge.
The Houston Texans utilized the 2026 NFL Draft to protect quarterback C.J. Stroud and bolster their defensive front, headlined by a first-round trade-up for offensive guard Keylan Rutledge.
Family pleads for answers after man shot, killed in SUV in northeast Houston
Houston police are still searching for a suspect after Floyd Washington was shot and killed while sitting in an SUV near Laura Koppe Road and Bertwood Street. His family held a balloon release and is asking anyone with information to come forward.
Houston police are still searching for a suspect after Floyd Washington was shot and killed while sitting in an SUV near Laura Koppe Road and Bertwood Street. His family held a balloon release and is asking anyone with information to come forward.
Houston weather: Hot, humid temperatures on the way this week
It will be another hot and humid day across the Houston area for your Sunday.
It will be another hot and humid day across the Houston area for your Sunday.
New details released after HPD Lieutenant was arrested, accused of soliciting a minor online
Court documents are revealing new information following the arrest of a Houston Police Department Lieutenant on the charge of soliciting a minor online.
Court documents are revealing new information following the arrest of a Houston Police Department Lieutenant on the charge of soliciting a minor online.
Houston traffic alert: All lanes reopen on I-45 Gulf Freeway following crash, driver critically injured
All lanes are back open following a vehicle crash in Houston on Sunday afternoon.
All lanes are back open following a vehicle crash in Houston on Sunday afternoon.