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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.