Nick Reiner's preliminary hearing for murder of parents pushed to September

On Wednesday, a Los Angeles judge decided to push back court proceedings to September for Nick Reiner, accused in the double murder of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner.

Bandit, 1 of 13 Sloth World rescued sloths, dies, zoo says

Bandit, a sloth that was rescued from warehouse for a planned Sloth World attraction in Orlando, has died, according to the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens.

Poll finds Texans 'very concerned' about rising gas prices

A new poll from the University of Texas' Texas Politics Project shows more than half of all Texans are very concerned about rising gas prices amid the war in the Middle East.

Photo shows Cole Allen in hotel room before attack as DOJ moves to keep him jailed: investigators

Investigators say the man accused of trying to storm the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner and attempting to kill President Donald Trump took a photo of himself in his hotel room just minutes before the attack. 

Ex-FBI Director Comey indicted again in probe over online post officials call a Trump threat

Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted again Tuesday, this time over a social media photo of seashells arranged on a beach that officials say amounted to a threat against President Donald Trump.

Military recruiting surge: Hegseth says recruits being turned away

Military recruiting is up, so much so that Hegseth said this week recruits are being turned away. The military wants to budget for another 44,500 troops next year.

BP profit doubles as US gas prices hit highest levels since Iran war began

Petroleum giant BP has earned more than double its profit since the conflict with Iran began two months ago, far exceeding last year’s total. 

Supreme Court rules on key Voting Rights Act rule, voids majority Black congressional district in Louisiana

The Supreme Court on Wednesday limited the scope of a key Voting Rights Act provision that restricts how states draw districts affecting minority voters, constraining states' use of race as a factor when drawing congressional maps ahead of the 2026 midterms. 

He-Man creator Roger Sweet dies at 91: Report

Roger Sweet, the creator of the He-Man action figure, which spawned the popular cartoon series “He-Man and the Masters of the Universe,” has died.

More alligator sightings in Houston area during mating season

It’s alligator mating season, which means there have been more gator sightings across the Houston area. Wildlife experts say this is a normal, seasonal pattern, but it also means residents should be cautious when spending time outdoors near water.

Planning a summer trip? Experts say waiting could cost you

Travel experts say rising jet fuel prices are driving up airfare and making last-minute flight deals harder to find. Here’s how Houston travelers can save this summer.

Houston-area woman targeted by scammers while searching for her lost pet gets her beloved dog back

A Texas woman searching for her lost Yorkie is celebrating a reunion after nearly a week, crediting a microchip for bringing her dog home—and warning others about scammers who targeted her during the search.

French bulldog stolen at gunpoint during walk in Houston neighborhood

A Houston-area family is pleading for help after an armed suspect allegedly stole their French Bulldog, Nova, during a morning walk last Friday, a brazen incident that has shaken the neighborhood and left children who relied on the dog for emotional support heartbroken.