Harris County Attorney candidate Abbie Kamin filling in as interim
Houston District C council member Abbie Kamin has been elected to finish the current term as Harris County Attorney. Kamin is currently in the running to fill the attorney position permanently.
Houston District C council member Abbie Kamin has been elected to finish the current term as Harris County Attorney. Kamin is currently in the running to fill the attorney position permanently.
Military training for arctic extremes begins in the Texas heat
Texas is not usually the first place considered when it comes to training for arctic conditions, but a new research facility at Baylor University will soon change that.
Texas is not usually the first place considered when it comes to training for arctic conditions, but a new research facility at Baylor University will soon change that.
SWAT: Suspect in custody after 4-hour long standoff, Long Academy in 'secure mode'
Houston ISD’s Long Academy was placed in “secure mode" Thursday due to nearby police activity, officials say.
Houston ISD’s Long Academy was placed in “secure mode" Thursday due to nearby police activity, officials say.
Body found in west Houston
A 911 call came in Wednesday about a body seen along South Barker Cypress Road.
A 911 call came in Wednesday about a body seen along South Barker Cypress Road.
Man arrested in deadly Cypress shooting; victim, suspect identified
The suspect allegedly reported the Regency Green Drive shooting to authorities.
The suspect allegedly reported the Regency Green Drive shooting to authorities.
Will Texas call a special election to replace Rep. Tony Gonzales?
The resignation of Rep. Tony Gonzales leaves an open seat in Texas' delegation to the U.S. House of Representatives, something that could be filled if Gov. Greg Abbott chooses to call a special election to fill the seat for the remainder of the term.
The resignation of Rep. Tony Gonzales leaves an open seat in Texas' delegation to the U.S. House of Representatives, something that could be filled if Gov. Greg Abbott chooses to call a special election to fill the seat for the remainder of the term.
North Houston: 3 arrested after shooting involving woman's current, ex-boyfriend
Houston police have placed a woman along with her current and ex-boyfriend in custody after a shooting broke out between them in the north Houston area late Wednesday evening.
Houston police have placed a woman along with her current and ex-boyfriend in custody after a shooting broke out between them in the north Houston area late Wednesday evening.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Here’s what we do — and don’t — know about preparations
Houston’s 2026 FIFA World Cup plans include seven matches at NRG Stadium, a Fan Festival in EaDo, expanded METRO service, rising hotel demand, security funding, and a DR Congo team base camp. Here’s what we know and what remains unclear.
Houston’s 2026 FIFA World Cup plans include seven matches at NRG Stadium, a Fan Festival in EaDo, expanded METRO service, rising hotel demand, security funding, and a DR Congo team base camp. Here’s what we know and what remains unclear.
Robert Cluck, mayor who brought Dallas Cowboys to Arlington, dies at 87
Former Arlington Mayor Dr. Robert N. Cluck, a visionary leader who transformed the city into a global sports and economic destination by bringing the Dallas Cowboys to town, has passed away at the age of 87.
Former Arlington Mayor Dr. Robert N. Cluck, a visionary leader who transformed the city into a global sports and economic destination by bringing the Dallas Cowboys to town, has passed away at the age of 87.
Pasadena crime: Man facing murder charge following stabbing on Mobile Drive
One man is behind bars in connection to a deadly stabbing that occurred on Monday in Pasadena, officials said.
One man is behind bars in connection to a deadly stabbing that occurred on Monday in Pasadena, officials said.
Defendants get combined 96 years for Lubbock meth trafficking ring
The final defendant connected to a large-scale meth trafficking ring in Lubbock has been sentenced.
The final defendant connected to a large-scale meth trafficking ring in Lubbock has been sentenced.
Experimental Cancer therapy shows promise in extending survival for brain tumor patients
Researchers with Diakonos Oncology are working to extend the lives of other patients diagnosed with other forms of cancer.
Researchers with Diakonos Oncology are working to extend the lives of other patients diagnosed with other forms of cancer.
Carnival Cruise ship rescues sailor and his cat from sailboat in distress
A sailor and his cat are safe after being rescued by a Carnival Cruise ship on Tuesday night, according to a release.
A sailor and his cat are safe after being rescued by a Carnival Cruise ship on Tuesday night, according to a release.
Texas' rising gas prices hit drivers hard with major year over year spike
These cities currently lead Texas with the lowest fuel costs, even as statewide gas and diesel prices remain significantly higher than they were a year ago.
These cities currently lead Texas with the lowest fuel costs, even as statewide gas and diesel prices remain significantly higher than they were a year ago.
Hartwick Road shooting: Boyfriend runs over man who shot his girlfriend, authorities say
A woman who was returning home from church was shot by a man who had an infatuation with her, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office. Authorities say the woman's boyfriend then ran over the suspect.
A woman who was returning home from church was shot by a man who had an infatuation with her, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office. Authorities say the woman's boyfriend then ran over the suspect.
James Talarico breaks national fundraising record in first quarter for Senate race
Texas state Rep. James Talarico has raised $27 million for his U.S. Senate campaign in the first quarter of 2026, breaking the record for any Senate candidate in a U.S. race.
Texas state Rep. James Talarico has raised $27 million for his U.S. Senate campaign in the first quarter of 2026, breaking the record for any Senate candidate in a U.S. race.
Houston weather: Warm temperatures expected for Thursday
More heat is on the way as Fleet Week continues in the Houston area.
More heat is on the way as Fleet Week continues in the Houston area.
Texas man sentenced to prison for tax evasion on Tax Day
A San Antonio man was sentenced to prison on Tax Day for dodging over $300,000 in taxes.
A San Antonio man was sentenced to prison on Tax Day for dodging over $300,000 in taxes.
Harris County set to consider 'Sanctuary' anti-ICE policy
The battle over the degree of cooperation local law enforcement should share with ICE is poised to surface at Thursday's meeting of Harris County Commissioners Court.
The battle over the degree of cooperation local law enforcement should share with ICE is poised to surface at Thursday's meeting of Harris County Commissioners Court.
Houston $100M funding crisis: HPD overtime suspended as city hall, Austin clash over immigration policy
Houston faces a public safety crisis as Texas has frozen over $100M in funding. Discover how a dispute over immigration ordinances is impacting HPD overtime and World Cup security plans.
Houston faces a public safety crisis as Texas has frozen over $100M in funding. Discover how a dispute over immigration ordinances is impacting HPD overtime and World Cup security plans.