US homicides on pace for a historic low in 2026, report finds
New data collected from major cities across the nation show that homicides have dropped sharply in the first half of 2026, part of a continuing three-year decline in violent crime.
New data collected from major cities across the nation show that homicides have dropped sharply in the first half of 2026, part of a continuing three-year decline in violent crime.
Henderson County data center plans scrapped by developer
Diode Ventures has withdrawn plans for a data center near Cedar Creek Lake in Henderson County.
Diode Ventures has withdrawn plans for a data center near Cedar Creek Lake in Henderson County.
State Fair of Texas: Big Tex getting new wardrobe
Big Tex will look a little different at the State Fair of Texas this year.
Big Tex will look a little different at the State Fair of Texas this year.
Majority of Americans want Iran war to end now, poll finds
Most Americans want the war in Iran to end now, according to a recent poll conducted by the University of Maryland.
Most Americans want the war in Iran to end now, according to a recent poll conducted by the University of Maryland.
Friendswood apartment shooting: 17-year-old charged with murder
A teen has been arrested for allegedly shooting and killing a woman at an apartment in Friendswood.
A teen has been arrested for allegedly shooting and killing a woman at an apartment in Friendswood.
Buc-ee's reveals managers can earn up to $275K without college degree
Popular gas station chain Buc-ee's has sparked an online debate after displaying signs advertising employee pay, including salaries of up to $275,000 a year for some store managers without a college degree.
Popular gas station chain Buc-ee's has sparked an online debate after displaying signs advertising employee pay, including salaries of up to $275,000 a year for some store managers without a college degree.
Harris County shooting: Second person arrested in connection to deadly April 2026 shooting
A second person has been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred in April, officials said.
A second person has been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred in April, officials said.
Washington Avenue tattoo shop says months of harassment escalated when brick shattered front door
A Washington Avenue business says months of ongoing problems reached a dangerous turning point this week after a brick thrown during a confrontation shattered the front door of the shop.
A Washington Avenue business says months of ongoing problems reached a dangerous turning point this week after a brick thrown during a confrontation shattered the front door of the shop.
Community meeting held in Houston's East End following deadly ICE shooting
A community meeting on immigration enforcement was held Wednesday night in Houston's East End following the ICE shooting that killed Lorenzo Salgado Araujo.
A community meeting on immigration enforcement was held Wednesday night in Houston's East End following the ICE shooting that killed Lorenzo Salgado Araujo.
Harris Co. judge repeatedly ended woman's probation 'unsatisfactorily' before new theft charge, records show
A Harris County woman accused of being part of an organized retail theft ring remained free despite repeatedly violating probation after a judge ended three probation cases with an "unsatisfactory termination" — a practice critics say is unique to Harris County and allows repeat offenders to avoid prison.
A Harris County woman accused of being part of an organized retail theft ring remained free despite repeatedly violating probation after a judge ended three probation cases with an "unsatisfactory termination" — a practice critics say is unique to Harris County and allows repeat offenders to avoid prison.
Houston crash: Vehicle falls from HOV lane onto Southwest Freeway, roadway closed
IH-69 Southwest Freeway northbound at Beltway 8 West will be closed for several hours after a vehicle crash on Wednesday evening.
IH-69 Southwest Freeway northbound at Beltway 8 West will be closed for several hours after a vehicle crash on Wednesday evening.
Mathew Knowles brings the story of Destiny's Child to Houston
The Destiny’s Child: Iconic Reimagined Tribute transforms the group’s biggest hits into a beautiful candlelight performance by a live string quintet, while Knowles shares behind-the-scenes stories and memories from the group’s incredible journey.
The Destiny’s Child: Iconic Reimagined Tribute transforms the group’s biggest hits into a beautiful candlelight performance by a live string quintet, while Knowles shares behind-the-scenes stories and memories from the group’s incredible journey.
Houston leaders declare 2026 World Cup a triumph, cite $500M legacy and future bid ambitions
City and host committee leaders declared Houston’s role in the 2026 FIFA World Cup an overwhelming success, drawing over 1.1 million total participants and half a million out-of-town visitors across seven matches and a top-rated Fan Fest in East Downtown.
City and host committee leaders declared Houston’s role in the 2026 FIFA World Cup an overwhelming success, drawing over 1.1 million total participants and half a million out-of-town visitors across seven matches and a top-rated Fan Fest in East Downtown.
Federal judge bars deportation of witness in deadly Houston ICE shooting
A federal judge has barred the deportation of one of the passengers who was in the van the day Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was shot and killed by an ICE officer in Houston.
A federal judge has barred the deportation of one of the passengers who was in the van the day Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was shot and killed by an ICE officer in Houston.
30% of Americans admit to shoplifting, annual survey finds
More Americans say they're turning to shoplifting as inflation and financial strain continue to squeeze budgets. A new survey reveals who's stealing and what they're taking.
More Americans say they're turning to shoplifting as inflation and financial strain continue to squeeze budgets. A new survey reveals who's stealing and what they're taking.
Woman attacked by brown bear while hiking with friend and 3 dogs near Alaska state park
A woman was attacked by a brown bear Saturday while hiking with a friend and three dogs near a state park in Alaska, authorities said.
A woman was attacked by a brown bear Saturday while hiking with a friend and three dogs near a state park in Alaska, authorities said.
Texas extends deadline for flood-related SNAP replacement benefits
The federal government has granted a Texas request to extend the deadline for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients who were impacted by July flooding.
The federal government has granted a Texas request to extend the deadline for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients who were impacted by July flooding.
Teen gets hefty payout for rare find from NBA legend
A teen found a rare Los Angeles Lakers warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain and received a massive payout.
A teen found a rare Los Angeles Lakers warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain and received a massive payout.
Texas congressman files bill to keep Boca Chica Beach from being renamed
The measure would require congressional notification before federal officials consider renaming places in a lawmaker’s district.
The measure would require congressional notification before federal officials consider renaming places in a lawmaker’s district.