Third Ward neighbors frustrated with city leaders, police over nightlife chaos

A Houston neighborhood says nonstop weekend partying is turning their streets into a nightmare and contacted city leaders who they say have been inconsistent on enforcement.

After dogs shot dead in California, activists push for oversight at rescue shelters

An attorney said that 138 carcasses have been exhumed from Miranda's Rescue in Humboldt County. The Sheriff's Office estimates roughly 725 dogs are missing, a tally reflecting data from 2025 to 2026 alone.

Dallas estimates $1.8M security cost for the upcoming Republican National Convention

Dallas officials estimate police security for the upcoming Republican National Convention could cost $1.8 million as the city explores reimbursement options.

Why a North Georgia town meant so much to Dolly Parton

North Georgia fans and locals gathered in Ringgold to lay flowers at a mural for country music icon Dolly Parton.

31-year-old career criminal granted bond for violent crime even though she's wanted in 3 states

Veronica Kiana Jones, who has six felony convictions and was wanted on bond forfeiture warrants, was granted a $50,000 bond in Harris County on an aggravated assault with a deadly weapon charge.

Laredo Crime Stoppers Most Wanted suspect arrested at International Bridge

Federal officers have arrested one of Laredo’s most wanted fugitives after catching him at a border crossing for a 2021 shooting that left one dead and five injured.

Texas mourns Dolly Parton: George W. Bush and state leaders react to music legend's passing

From former President George W. Bush to state leaders, Texas officials from both sides of the aisle are paying tribute to country music icon and philanthropist Dolly Parton following her death at age 80.

Trial delayed again for Florida teen accused of killing stepsister on Carnival cruise

The federal murder trial for Timothy Hudson, accused of killing his stepsister aboard a Carnival cruise ship, has been delayed for a second time to now take place on Nov. 2.

Houston weather: More triple digit heat on the way for Wednesday

Highs reach the upper 90s to low 100s through Wednesday with heat index values climbing above 105°. A Heat Advisory remains in effect Tuesday and has been extended through 7 p.m. Wednesday.

Texas governor’s race: Abbott widens lead over Hinojosa in new poll

A new poll has found that while the Texas governor’s race is much tighter than similar races in the past, the gap between the candidates has widened.

Texas appeals court denies bid to block Galveston County’s new voting map

A Texas appeals court denied a request to block Galveston County from using voting maps drawn after the March primary elections for its November elections.

Montrose restaurant owner loses thousands to tap-to-pay fraud as local BBB warns small businesses

Owner Leighton Dickson estimates losing $5,000 to $6,000 across 30 to 40 chargebacks since opening on Mother's Day, a growing trend verified by Leah Napoliello of the Better Business Bureau of Greater Houston.

Washington Post ordered to reinstate columnist fired over Charlie Kirk post

An arbitrator ordered The Washington Post to reinstate an opinion writer terminated over social media posts following the death of Charlie Kirk.

Family raises concerns over air conditioning issues at Houston ISD’s Oates Elementary

A concerned relative of students at Oates Elementary School is raising concerns about ongoing air conditioning issues at the Houston ISD campus as temperatures remain high across the Houston area.