Houston weather: Showers possible Tuesday, Wednesday

Southeast Texas remains locked into a warm pattern more typical of April than February. Afternoon highs will stay well above normal, generally in the upper 70s and low 80s with mild overnight lows.

Texas secures $68M settlement to freeze land sales at Colony Ridge

Texas and the DOJ have reached a $68 million settlement with Colony Ridge developers to halt "illegal" development, freeze new property sales for three years, and implement strict new buyer identification and lending requirements.

Trump's federal Religious Liberty Commission, led by Dan Patrick, sued over 'unfair bias'

A federal commission on securing "religious liberty" for U.S. citizens, established last year by President Donald Trump, has been sued by a group of interfaith leaders over alleged bias towards Christianity.

Woman wanted in deadly Sunnyside apartment shooting

Dasja Wilmore is accused of shooting and killing Asia Stewart during a fight over the weekend.

These states offer singles the best chance at finding love in 2026

While everyone has their own criteria for an ideal romantic partner, a new report sheds light on the states that provide the best opportunities to find a meaningful connection.

Mass shooting in Texas Panhandle leaves 5 dead

Troopers with the Texas Department of Public Safety are investigating a mass shooting in a Texas panhandle neighborhood that left five people dead early Saturday morning, including the suspected gunman.

Thousands of air steamers recalled due to severe burn injury risk

Nearly 200,000 handheld steamers were recalled after hot water incidents left dozens burned. Here’s which models were affected and what to do if you own one.

Texas voting guide: Early voting for the March primaries begins next week

Texas primary elections are set for March and Democrats and Republicans will have a chance to decide which candidates they want on the November general election ballot.

Texas troopers seize 19 pounds of meth 'candy' pills during I-10 traffic stop

State Troopers seized 19 pounds of methamphetamine pills disguised as colorful candy during a Friday night traffic stop on I-10 in Jefferson County.

Two Conroe sisters accused of enslaving 12-year-old child

Prosecutors claim the victim was repeatedly beaten, restrained with zip ties, and forced to perform labor over a six-month period in 2025.

American optimism drops to record low in new poll

How optimistic are you about the future? New polling found that Americans’ hope for their future is at an all-time low.

Houston security guard killed in illegal game room robbery, police say

A security guard was shot and killed Monday night during a robbery at an illegal game room disguised as an insurance office in southwest Houston, police say.

145-mph chase ends in fiery Splendora crash, self-inflicted gunshot wound

A high-speed chase reaching 145 mph ended when a serial evader crashed a burning vehicle into a ravine near the San Jacinto River. The suspect had a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the lower jaw, authorities say.

Fort Bend ISD consolidation discussion draws packed meeting, parents and students raise safety concerns

Fort Bend ISD leaders faced public pushback during a packed board meeting as families raised concerns about school consolidation, safety, and transparency. District leaders also cited survey participation numbers and said final decisions won’t be made until March.

Residents raise health concerns at Northeast Houston apartment complex

Residents at Houston’s Drysdale Village Apartments are calling for urgent repairs and health inspections following reports of severe rodent infestations, mold, and raw sewage leaks at the complex.