Federal civil rights lawsuit filed against Harris County following Kristopher McGregor’s death

A federal civil rights lawsuit was filed Thursday against Harris County following the death of a former University of Houston football player. The family of 39-year-old Kristopher McGregor says he died one year ago from an untreated strep throat infection while in custody.

Red Cross: National blood supply at critically low levels after winter storm disrupted blood drives

The Red Cross is continuing to experience a severe blood shortage after the winter storm canceled approximately 500 blood drives across the country. As a result, the Red Cross says more than 15,000 blood and platelet donations have gone uncollected since January 23.

Man attempts to break Luigi Mangione out of prison by posing as FBI agent: authorities

A man claiming to be an FBI agent appeared at a federal jail on Wednesday night and told officers he had a court order to release Luigi Mangione, the Associated Press reported through authorities.

Man shot in Fort Worth after refusing to share french fries

A man died after being shot in the head at a West Division apartment complex Wednesday following an argument with a friend over refusing to share his french fries.

WATCH: Texas troopers, protesters clash outside ICE detention facility

Texas Department of Public Safety troopers fired pepper balls into a crowd of protesters outside an ICE detention facility Wednesday where a 5-year-old boy from the Minneapolis area is being held.

Your child's car seat may not be as secure as you thought

Your child's safety seat in your car may not be as secure as you thought. Nearly one million vehicles on U.S. roads have recalled child car seat L.A.T.C.H. connectors that haven't been repaired, according to a new report.

Ex-Illinois deputy sentenced for murder of Sonya Massey

Sean Grayson, the former Sangamon County sheriff’s deputy who was convicted of second-degree murder for fatally shooting Sonya Massey in 2024, was sentenced on Thursday.

U.S. life expectancy reached new high in 2024: Here are the leading causes of death

Life expectancy in the U.S. rose to its highest in American history in 2024 as the COVID-19 pandemic dissipated and lower death rates were reported for all the nation’s top killers.

Houston weather forecast: Next cold front arrives Thursday night

A cold front will sweep through Thursday night, shifting winds to the north and beginning yet another round of windy and colder weather in Houston.

Why the next full moon is called the 'Snow Moon' — and how to see it

The 2026 'Snow Moon,' February’s full moon, peaks Sunday, Feb. 1. Named for winter’s snowier months, it will be visible at moonrise with easy viewing for skywatchers.

Planters looking for NUTmobile drivers - How to apply

Planters is looking for Peanutters to get behind the wheel of the NUTmobile and take the iconic vehicle on the road across the country visiting festivals, parades, college campuses, community events and more.

Withdrawal of ICE in MN depends on cooperation, Trump's border czar says

White House Border Czar Tom Homan, in his first briefing after taking over Operation Metro Surge, said he is working on a drawdown plan of federal agents in Minnesota, but it depends on cooperation with state and local officials.

ICE in Minnesota: Trump border czar says withdrawal of feds depends on cooperation

Immigration operations continue in Minnesota on Thursday. In White House Border Czar Tom Homan's first briefing after taking over Operation Metro Surge, he said they're working on a drawdown plan for federal agents in Minnesota, but it depends on cooperation with state and local officials. Find live updates on ICE operations in the state here.

Houston mom says man fell through apartment ceiling while she, daughter were sleeping

A Houston woman says she and her daughter were asleep early Tuesday morning when a loud bang woke them, and they discovered a man had fallen through the apartment ceiling from the attic.

Texas Democrats demand 5-year-old's release from ICE facility in Dilley

Three Texas Democrats visited the Dilley Detention Center demanding the release of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos. Liam and his father were taken into ICE custody in Minnesota last week.