Harris County officials warn families as e-bike, e-scooter injuries surge
Officials say the devices are becoming increasingly popular among elementary and middle school students, but many families may not fully understand how fast they can travel or the injuries they can cause.
Officials say the devices are becoming increasingly popular among elementary and middle school students, but many families may not fully understand how fast they can travel or the injuries they can cause.
Mold in Friendswood ISD school postpones school year
Westwood Elementary remains closed as Friendswood ISD addresses mold found around the campus over the summer.
Westwood Elementary remains closed as Friendswood ISD addresses mold found around the campus over the summer.
Texas county accused of changing voting maps after primary elections
Voting rights groups say Galveston County plans to use new precinct maps in November after holding March primaries under older boundaries.
Voting rights groups say Galveston County plans to use new precinct maps in November after holding March primaries under older boundaries.
DOJ: Kingwood clinic owner sentenced for selling 3 million opioids to 'drug dealers'
Officials say the owner of a Kingwood clinic sold prescriptions for opioids to drug dealers who posed as “providers." The charges were tied to a nationwide crackdown that led to over 300 being charged for alleged healthcare fraud.
Officials say the owner of a Kingwood clinic sold prescriptions for opioids to drug dealers who posed as “providers." The charges were tied to a nationwide crackdown that led to over 300 being charged for alleged healthcare fraud.
19-year-old fatally shot in front of little brother; 3 wanted
The siblings were reportedly being robbed by three people who shot at them as they tried to escape.
The siblings were reportedly being robbed by three people who shot at them as they tried to escape.
Erica Schwartz: Who is the new CDC director?
The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Here’s what to know about her.
The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Here’s what to know about her.
Texas investigates American Academy of Pediatrics over childhood vaccine recommendations
The Texas Attorney General’s Office said Wednesday it has opened an investigation into the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) over the group’s promotion of childhood vaccines.
The Texas Attorney General’s Office said Wednesday it has opened an investigation into the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) over the group’s promotion of childhood vaccines.
$1.1M in cocaine seized at Texas border
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized more than $1 million in illegal drugs over the course of two separate incidents at the U.S.-Mexico border.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized more than $1 million in illegal drugs over the course of two separate incidents at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Democrats set sights on open Texas border district in expansion of midterm targets
On Wednesday, the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee added 12 new districts to their “Districts in Play," a group of Republican-held or open seats in the House of Representatives that they feel are prime for a Democratic takeover.
On Wednesday, the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee added 12 new districts to their “Districts in Play," a group of Republican-held or open seats in the House of Representatives that they feel are prime for a Democratic takeover.
British citizen living in Katy faces sentencing for illegally voting in U.S. election
A British citizen living in Katy admitted to illegally voting in the 2020 federal election, officials say.
A British citizen living in Katy admitted to illegally voting in the 2020 federal election, officials say.
Large alligator with ‘old bullet hole’ found lounging in Texas pool
A large alligator who had clearly been through it was recently found lounging in the backyard pool of a South Texas home.
A large alligator who had clearly been through it was recently found lounging in the backyard pool of a South Texas home.
Multiple people killed in North Carolina mass shooting
Multiple law enforcement agencies responded to a mass shooting in the Prospect Hills area of North Carolina Wednesday.
Multiple law enforcement agencies responded to a mass shooting in the Prospect Hills area of North Carolina Wednesday.
Commanders signing All-Pro WR Stefon Diggs: report
Four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver and Maryland native Stefon Diggs is reportedly signing with the Washington Commanders.
Four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver and Maryland native Stefon Diggs is reportedly signing with the Washington Commanders.
Man dies from medical emergency while cutting tree in northwest Harris County, officials say
A man died after suffering a medical emergency while cutting a tree in a northwest Harris County neighborhood on Wednesday morning, officials say.
A man died after suffering a medical emergency while cutting a tree in a northwest Harris County neighborhood on Wednesday morning, officials say.
Michigan primary results: How the progressive candidates did
Michigan’s primary results are in, and the three progressive candidates backed by Sen. Bernie Sanders all won their respective races Tuesday night.
Michigan’s primary results are in, and the three progressive candidates backed by Sen. Bernie Sanders all won their respective races Tuesday night.
Remains found on remote Alaska island identified as hunter missing since 2009
Human remains found on a remote island off Alaska's western coast have been identified as a 79-year-old hunter who disappeared 17 years ago.
Human remains found on a remote island off Alaska's western coast have been identified as a 79-year-old hunter who disappeared 17 years ago.
Major Atlantic hurricane landfall odds 'well below-average' this season
Colorado State University (CSU) maintained its Atlantic hurricane season forecast Wednesday, saying the odds of a major hurricane making landfall in the continental United States remain "well below-average."
Colorado State University (CSU) maintained its Atlantic hurricane season forecast Wednesday, saying the odds of a major hurricane making landfall in the continental United States remain "well below-average."
Tupac Shakur murder: Trial for suspect Duane 'Keffe D' Davis set to begin Monday
Duane “Keffe D" Davis is heading to trial for his alleged role in arranging the 1996 drive-by shooting that killed rap legend Tupac Shakur. Davis is the only suspect ever formally charged in connection with the crime.
Duane “Keffe D" Davis is heading to trial for his alleged role in arranging the 1996 drive-by shooting that killed rap legend Tupac Shakur. Davis is the only suspect ever formally charged in connection with the crime.
Judge approves request to dismiss Jan. 6 cases against Oath Keepers
A U.S. judge granted the U.S. Justice Department's request to dismiss cases against members of the Oath Keepers militia who took part in the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, according to a court filing.
A U.S. judge granted the U.S. Justice Department's request to dismiss cases against members of the Oath Keepers militia who took part in the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, according to a court filing.
Pornhub challenges effectiveness of Texas age-verification rules
Last week, Pornhub sent a letter to state officials across the United States, including Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton, calling the current age-verification laws “performative, ineffective, and unenforceable."
Last week, Pornhub sent a letter to state officials across the United States, including Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton, calling the current age-verification laws “performative, ineffective, and unenforceable."