Texas runoff for GOP Senate nominee heats up after Trump misses dropout deadline

The Republican runoff election for the U.S. Senate primary race in Texas is officially on after President Donald Trump missed the boat to pick a candidate to drop out of the running. 

Top Iranian officials killed as strikes continue in the Middle East

President Donald Trump's claims of a lack of support to secure the Strait of Hormuz come amid Joe Kent, director of the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center, announcing his resignation on Tuesday.

Houston weather: Chilly night ahead for Tuesday, but not as cold

Temperatures drop again Tuesday night under clear skies, but not frigid as Monday night. It will still feel cool by early Wednesday morning, especially in outlying areas, but overall conditions are moderating and a warming trend will kick in beginning on Wednesday.

Houston Rodeo implements new dress code, citing 'family-friendly' values

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has officially updated its guest code of conduct to include a stricter dress code, targeting "inappropriate" or "excessively revealing" attire for the remainder of the 2026 season.

Texas police warn of viral DMV text scam targeting drivers over fake traffic tickets

Texas law enforcement agencies are warning residents of a text message scam that impersonates the DMV to trick people into paying fraudulent traffic tickets.

Judge orders Texas to extend deadline on school voucher program

A federal judge on Tuesday ordered the extension of the application deadline for Texas' school voucher program because of the state's exclusion of Islamic schools.

US military draft disqualifications list: See if you're exempt

Learn the latest 2026 U.S. military draft disqualifications and exemptions, including medical fitness standards, conscientious objector status, and the registration rules under the NDAA.

These American service members have died in Iran conflict

Since the U.S. and Israel launched coordinated attacks on Iran on Feb. 28, at least 13 American service members have been killed. Here is a look at those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the country.

Missouri City crash involving Amtrak train, 18-wheeler

A 18-wheeler and an Amtrak train carrying more than 100 people were involved in a crash on Tuesday.

39 pythons found hidden in semi at Texas-Mexico border

CBP officers seized 39 live pythons hidden inside a commercial tractor at the World Trade Bridge in Laredo as the vehicle attempted to cross into Mexico.

Harris County district attorney declares years-long case backlog eliminated

Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare declared Tuesday that the criminal case backlog that has plagued the local justice system for years has been eliminated.