How new research led to North Dakota tornado's EF5 upgrade

A powerful tornado struck Enderlin, North Dakota, on June 20, causing significant damage and leading to a rare EF5 classification after new research. Here's what went into the new research that led to the upgraded classification.

Liberty Co. police lieutenant suspended after jail visit, Texas Rangers investigating

A Liberty Police Department lieutenant was suspended after officials say he visited Domingo Quintana in jail. Quintana was arrested following the hospitalization of his wife and three kids in a possible drowning.

Social Security recipients getting double payments this October; here's why

The Social Security Administration sends some benefits early when the 1st falls on a weekend or holiday. Here’s which recipients will get a double payment this month.

Houston weather forecast today: Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Prepare for temperatures to remain warm for October for all your outdoor plans this week. Rain chances are slim. Look for a few showers for the afternoon and evening through Wednesday.

The Insurrection Act: What is it and could Trump invoke it for National Guard?

As conflict over Trump’s deployment of federal troops continues, Trump said Monday he’d be willing to invoke the Insurrection Act if necessary to get active duty military in states. Here’s what that means.

Liberty County: 3 kids placed in foster care after being hospitalized, possible drowning

The three kids involved in an incident at their home on FM 1008 in Dayton are said to be in foster care and will be placed with a family after a judge granted DFPS Temporary Managing Conservatorship.

Harris County stabbing: Man killed on Sunbury Lane

The sheriff’s office is investigating a deadly stabbing at an apartment complex in west Harris County on Tuesday morning.

Harris County chase ends with shots fired, suspect in custody

A chase in Harris County ended with shots fired and a suspect in custody on Monday afternoon, authorities say.

Who is Oninda Romelus? Porter mother accused of shooting her 4 kids in Angleton

The Porter, Texas mother accused of shooting her four kids in Brazoria County was previously arrested in Fayette County, Georgia in April of 2022.

Porter mother accused of shooting 4 children in Angleton; court docs reveal disturbing details

Court documents revealed disturbing new details about the Montgomery County mother, Oninda Romelus, accused of shooting and killing two of her children and injuring two others over the weekend.

Deadly North Dakota tornado upgraded to EF5, the first in US in 12 years

A deadly tornado in Enderlin, North Dakota, on June 20 has been upgraded to an EF5, marking the first EF5 tornado in the United States in 12 years.

Parents facing charges in September 2024 death of 2-month-old Zayn Alston

Demari Ossain Alston and Trinity Nyomi Perez are facing felony charges in the death of their 2-month-old son. Their son was pronounced dead on September 11, 2024 in Houston.