$2.6M in meth found hidden in battery shipment at Texas-Mexico border
CBP officers at the Laredo Port of Entry seized $2.6 million worth of methamphetamine hidden inside a tractor trailer.
CBP officers at the Laredo Port of Entry seized $2.6 million worth of methamphetamine hidden inside a tractor trailer.
Texas earns 'D' on March of Dimes report as infant mortality worsens
Texas earned a "D" grade from the March of Dimes for its overall maternal and infant health outcomes, marking a deteriorating trend in the state.
Texas earned a "D" grade from the March of Dimes for its overall maternal and infant health outcomes, marking a deteriorating trend in the state.
Houston ranked 7th in U.S. for rats; how to prevent the costly critters
More property owners in Houston are saying, "rats!" Pest control company Rentokil Terminix analyzed the number of calls for rodent activity around the country and found Texas had a 23% increase last year. Houston ranks as the 7th highest city in the U.S.
More property owners in Houston are saying, "rats!" Pest control company Rentokil Terminix analyzed the number of calls for rodent activity around the country and found Texas had a 23% increase last year. Houston ranks as the 7th highest city in the U.S.
More SNAP recipients face work requirements: What to know
The Trump administration waived the new work requirements from his big spending bill for SNAP recipients in November, but they kick in for more adults in December. Here’s what to know.
The Trump administration waived the new work requirements from his big spending bill for SNAP recipients in November, but they kick in for more adults in December. Here’s what to know.
Which stores are open and closed on Thanksgiving 2025 in Houston, Texas?
Many major grocery and pharmacy chains will be open on Thanksgiving Day, but they may have altered hours. We've put a list together of Houston stores.
Many major grocery and pharmacy chains will be open on Thanksgiving Day, but they may have altered hours. We've put a list together of Houston stores.
Fall graduation checklist: Making sure students are on track
Education professionals are advising students to create a fall checklist to make sure they stay on track for the next semester.
Education professionals are advising students to create a fall checklist to make sure they stay on track for the next semester.
Houston Thanksgiving Day Parade 2025: Route, tickets, performers
Floats and performers will take to Downtown Houston for this year’s 76th Annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade. Here’s a look at the performers, parade route and how to watch.
Floats and performers will take to Downtown Houston for this year’s 76th Annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade. Here’s a look at the performers, parade route and how to watch.
Fund created for Texas Hill Country flood victims' families to receive trauma counseling
The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has launched a new fund aimed at providing critical mental health support for families who lost loved ones in the devastating July 4 floods.
The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has launched a new fund aimed at providing critical mental health support for families who lost loved ones in the devastating July 4 floods.
Houston City Council to vote on ordinance to place curfew for motor scooters
The City of Houston is considering an ordinance that would amend Chapters 26 and 45 of the City’s Code of Ordinances. If passed, it would add a curfew for motor scooters from 8 p.m. until 4 a.m., along with other enforcement measures.
The City of Houston is considering an ordinance that would amend Chapters 26 and 45 of the City’s Code of Ordinances. If passed, it would add a curfew for motor scooters from 8 p.m. until 4 a.m., along with other enforcement measures.
Winning $78 million lottery ticket sold in Texas hasn't been claimed
The sixth-largest ticket ever won in the Lotto Texas game's history will expire if the winner doesn't come forward in time.
The sixth-largest ticket ever won in the Lotto Texas game's history will expire if the winner doesn't come forward in time.
Man accused of shooting his uncle in Aldine, investigation underway
Authorities are investigating after a man allegedly shot his uncle in Aldine on Tuesday evening.
Authorities are investigating after a man allegedly shot his uncle in Aldine on Tuesday evening.
Affidavit reveals details of former NBA player Patrick Beverley's arrest
Court documents reveal more details about the arrest of former NBA player Patrick Beverley in Fort Bend County last week.
Court documents reveal more details about the arrest of former NBA player Patrick Beverley in Fort Bend County last week.
Federal judge orders removal of Ten Commandments from some Texas schools
The decision requires the religious rules to be removed from certain school districts by Dec. 1.
The decision requires the religious rules to be removed from certain school districts by Dec. 1.
Texas acquires thousands of acres for new state parks and Enchanted Rock expansion
Texas is embarking on a major expansion of its state park system, fueled by a $1 billion Centennial Parks Conservation Fund approved by voters in 2023, which has already led to the acquisition of thousands of acres for new parks and significant additions to popular sites like Enchanted Rock.
Texas is embarking on a major expansion of its state park system, fueled by a $1 billion Centennial Parks Conservation Fund approved by voters in 2023, which has already led to the acquisition of thousands of acres for new parks and significant additions to popular sites like Enchanted Rock.
THC Ban: Texas Ag Commissioner supports regulations over federal ban
In reopening the federal government, lawmakers passed a bill banning THC products across the country. Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller said he supports regulations over a ban and believes the federal government will ultimately make some changes before the new law goes into effect.
In reopening the federal government, lawmakers passed a bill banning THC products across the country. Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller said he supports regulations over a ban and believes the federal government will ultimately make some changes before the new law goes into effect.
Roblox ramps up age verification checks, groups younger users in age-based messaging
Roblox is introduces video-based age checks to restrict messaging by age group, aiming to boost child safety. Here’s what we know.
Roblox is introduces video-based age checks to restrict messaging by age group, aiming to boost child safety. Here’s what we know.
How every Texas House member voted on releasing Epstein files
The House of Representatives and Senate approved a bill on Tuesday that mandates the Justice Department to release all case files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
The House of Representatives and Senate approved a bill on Tuesday that mandates the Justice Department to release all case files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Texas could be home to new FEMA headquarters, source says
Texas Division of Emergency Management Chief Nim Kidd is reportedly being considered as the new FEMA leader, despite having previously turned down the position to focus on Texas.
Texas Division of Emergency Management Chief Nim Kidd is reportedly being considered as the new FEMA leader, despite having previously turned down the position to focus on Texas.
Federal court blocks Texas from using new congressional map
A federal court blocked Texas on Tuesday from using a recently passed congressional map.
A federal court blocked Texas on Tuesday from using a recently passed congressional map.