Texas unveils new specialty license plates honoring veterans and first responders

Texans will have several new ways to display their military service, professional background, and charitable support on their vehicles following the release of a new series of specialty license plates.

Beaumont Highway crash: Man knocked into ditch trying to retrieve jet ski

A man was hospitalized after he was hit while trying to retrieve his jet ski off Beaumont Highway in northeast Harris County near Sheldon.

Houston murder investigation leads to federal drug trafficking and firearms charges

Johna Robinson faces murder and federal drug charges after the fatal shooting of Terribia Dembry on Grant Rd. in Feb. that led to an investigation into meth trafficking and illegal firearms.

Richardson father of 6, who served with U.S. forces, dies in ICE custody one day after arrest

An Afghan wartime ally and father of six died Saturday morning less than 24 hours after being taken into federal immigration custody in North Texas, according to family members and officials.

Texas Longhorns secure No. 1 seed in 2026 NCAA Women’s Tournament

Six Texas schools have secured spots in the 2026 NCAA women’s tournament, led by a top-seeded Texas Longhorns squad with national championship ambitions.

Texas dominates NCAA tournament with seven teams headed to March Madness

Seven Texas college basketball programs, led by championship contender Houston and a surging Texas Tech, have officially secured spots in the 2026 NCAA tournament field.

Motorcyclist killed in Almeda Road crash

A motorcyclist was struck by a minivan on Almeda near Hepburn Street.

Meet Houston's 'Metro' Man: From crash survivor to crosswalk guardian

At the bustling intersection of Montrose Boulevard and Westheimer Road, drivers are often moving too fast to notice the pedestrians on the curb. But for the last five months, Davonta Robbins (AKA "Metro") has made sure they are seen.

Carnival closes early at Houston rodeo out of 'abundance of caution'

The carnival at the Houston rodeo closed early Saturday night out of an “abundance of caution,” Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo said.

Harris County Commissioners Court agenda creating talk of a union for county employees

Harris County leaders are divided over a proposed worker consultation policy involving a major public-sector union, with supporters saying it would give employees a stronger voice in workplace issues and critics warning it could lead to unnecessary unionization.

New Dallas County district attorney could alter Texas 7 retrial

The election of a new Dallas County district attorney could mean changes in the upcoming retrial for a member of the infamous Texas 7.

1 killed in Brookshire crash while riding ATV

An 18-wheeler reportedly caused a chain reaction, leading to an ATV rider being killed.