Gov. Abbott calls for 'Chief State Prosecutor' to overturn DA decisions

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said he is calling on state lawmakers to create a position that would be able to override prosecutorial decisions made by district attorneys in the state.

South Side Houston crash: Woman dead after losing her leg during chase

A woman was killed after losing her legs during a chase and crash involving a man in the South Side area of Houston, police report.

Harris County law enforcement increasing safety awareness during holiday shopping

As last-minute holiday shopping ramps up, law enforcement officials are urging shoppers to stay alert and take extra precautions to avoid becoming targets of crime. Harris County Constable Precinct Four says deputies are increasing patrols in busy retail areas throughout the holiday season.

Acres Homes senior living residents frustrated after elevator stopped working for weeks

"Stop putting a band-aid on it": Residents at Chelsea Senior Community in Acres Homes shared concerns about their elevator that stopped working about a month ago.

'Significant amount of food' dumped ahead of Houston Super Feast

The club says this jeopardizes their goal to feed over 30,000 people on Wednesday. They're now turning to Houstonians for help.

Galveston plane crash: NTSB investigating; 6 dead including child patient

The NTSB is investigating after a medical support plane crashed from Mexico in Galveston Bay, killing six people. A witness from the scene described what he saw.

Harris County authorities seeking information on fatal November hit-and-run

Jose Escobar-Felix was fatally struck late November in the northwest Harris County. Anyone with information can contact the sheriff's office or Crime Stoppers.

Texas may be holding money for you. Here's how to claim it

Texas keeps track of the unclaimed property and money owed to residents, and laying claim to yours is easy.

Texas law age-restricting app stores blocked by federal judge

The decision is a win for major developers of app stores represented in the federal lawsuit, including Apple, Google and Amazon.

AG Paxton refutes Islamic groups' lawsuit against Texas in federal court

Paxton maintains the state's authority in response to the chapters' legal claims, generally denying overreach by Texas and actual harm to the plaintiffs.

Texas pursuit ends with discovery of meth, ghost guns

The officials say the incident ended with the finding of over two pounds of meth and nearly 20 guns.