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Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo discusses the readiness of the region's infrastructure for upcoming weather emergencies, emphasizing the importance of roads, bridges, and flood-control systems. Ongoing efforts include road repairs and flood mitigation projects, with a focus on fiscal responsibility and proper oversight to protect taxpayer funds.

A 17-year-old male was fatally shot on Thursday night in the 200 block of Uvalde Road, east Harris County, near the Cloverleaf neighborhood. He was transported to a hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. Homicide detectives and crime scene investigators are investigating the incident.

Norman Johnson, 42, was denied bail by a Harris County judge after being accused of fatally shooting Trinette and Christopher Lopez in Katy, Texas. Authorities suspect the motive may be tied to a child custody dispute, as the Lopez's adopted daughter is Johnson's biological child. Johnson, originally from Austin, was apprehended in Williamson County on a separate harassment charge. His next court appearance is scheduled for February 10.

Two Houston-area men have been found guilty of multiple felony counts in connection with a murder-for-hire plot that left an innocent man seriously injured after being mistaken for the intended target.

Following a report on Houston homeowner Frances Holt's unactivated solar panels resulting in a $134,000 bill, many have expressed concerns about misleading solar panel sales practices. Complaints involve high-pressure sales, confusing contracts, and unexpected costs, prompting consumer advocates to advise filing complaints with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). This process helps address individual grievances and identify industry-wide issues, with a focus on providing detailed information to facilitate investigations.

Students at several Houston-area high schools are planning a student-led walkout on Friday, Feb. 6, to protest U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) policies, according to information shared by students and community organizers.

Fort Bend County Judge KP George's attempt to disqualify District Attorney Brian Middleton and his office from George's criminal cases was denied by Judge Maggie Jaramillo. The motion, based on a claim that Middleton was under criminal investigation, was deemed insufficient in evidence, leading to the denial of the request. George faces trial for felony money laundering charges in March.

A Memorial Hermann organ transplant physician has been indicted on federal charges related to allegedly falsifying medical records in a way that made liver transplant candidates ineligible for organ donations.

A Houston detective was injured in a Midtown crash involving a stolen vehicle that overturned and caught fire. The incident began earlier in the day when the vehicle was reported stolen and later spotted by police, leading to a chase. The detective, unrelated to the chase, collided with the stolen car, resulting in minor injuries and burns, while the suspect, who escaped the burning vehicle, was taken into custody and faces multiple charges. Both the detective and the suspect were hospitalized but are expected to recover.

KPRC 2 and American Furniture Warehouse are surprising 20 deserving high school seniors with scholarships in 2026.

Exactly 24 hours later, traffic is back flowing Thursday afternoon on the East Freeway (I-10) after a water main break caused the roadway to crumble.

The NBA has been on a roster carousel ahead of the 2026 trade deadline, but the Rockets have been unexpectedly absent from the mayhem.

A 17-year-old male was fatally shot on Thursday night in the 200 block of Uvalde Road, east Harris County, near the Cloverleaf neighborhood. He was transported to a hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. Homicide detectives and crime scene investigators are investigating the incident.

Norman Johnson, 42, was denied bail by a Harris County judge after being accused of fatally shooting Trinette and Christopher Lopez in Katy, Texas. Authorities suspect the motive may be tied to a child custody dispute, as the Lopez's adopted daughter is Johnson's biological child. Johnson, originally from Austin, was apprehended in Williamson County on a separate harassment charge. His next court appearance is scheduled for February 10.

Two Houston-area men have been found guilty of multiple felony counts in connection with a murder-for-hire plot that left an innocent man seriously injured after being mistaken for the intended target.

A Memorial Hermann organ transplant physician has been indicted on federal charges related to allegedly falsifying medical records in a way that made liver transplant candidates ineligible for organ donations.

Galveston police will provide details Thursday morning on the arrest of a man charged with aggravated kidnapping and sexual assault of a child. Graham Michael Dunn faces aggravated kidnapping and sexual assault charges.

A Harris County trucking company faces a felony illegal dumping charge after investigators say more than 22,000 pounds of dirt were dumped at an unauthorized site.

Skyrocketing detentions, violent arrests, troops in cities. One year into President Donald Trump’s second term, we look at how it’s changed the lives of immigrants and citizens.

Other Texas Republicans have called for the Trump administration to double down on sending immigration officers to Minnesota and blamed Democrats for the violence, while others have remained silent.

Senate Bill 4 returns to the 5th Circuit with border crossings at record lows, a sharp reversal from the influx that inspired Texas’ law authorizing state police to arrest undocumented immigrants.

After his corruption indictment last year, the Laredo Democrat forfeited his role as the top Democrat on the House Appropriations subcommittee that oversees more than $65 billion in annual spending.

Nuevo Laredo was dumping millions of gallons of sewage a day into the Rio Grande. The U.S. and Mexico worked together to find a solution.

The former president of Mexico sat down for a virtual interview with Berenice Garcia, Rio Grande Valley reporter for The Texas Tribune.

The article outlines the 17 proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution that voters have approved to pass in the 2025 Texas General Election. These propositions cover a wide array of topics, including funding for education and infrastructure, tax exemptions, criminal justice reforms, and public health initiatives. Each amendment is summarized with its purpose, and impacts, providing a comprehensive overview of how these changes will affect residents across the state.

The city learned about plans to build a new barrier along the southern border during a regular meeting with the Department of Homeland Security.

As the Texas school voucher program opens statewide, many parents are weighing whether private school is finally within reach. But new data shows that even with vouchers, the cost of private education in Houston remains a major financial commitment for most families.

Tornado statistics for winter months

Galveston police will provide details Thursday morning on the arrest of a man charged with aggravated kidnapping and sexual assault of a child. Graham Michael Dunn faces aggravated kidnapping and sexual assault charges.

Deputies and Spring Fire crews rescued three adults and nine dogs, including five puppies, from a house fire on Farm Hill Road in Harris County.

A Harris County trucking company faces a felony illegal dumping charge after investigators say more than 22,000 pounds of dirt were dumped at an unauthorized site.

As Texas rolls out its new school voucher program, public school educators and teacher advocates are raising concerns about how the policy could impact classroom funding across the state.

La policía de Houston informó que agentes acudieron alrededor de las 8 de la noche a un complejo de apartamentos cerca de Grow Street, en el noroeste de la ciudad, tras reportes de una pelea grande afuera del lugar.

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