Texas laws around apartment complex swimming pools
Read full article: Texas laws around apartment complex swimming poolsA recent drowning of a 5-year-old girl at a west Houston apartment complex has sparked the conversation about the safety and accessibility of swimming pools in Houston apartment communities.
Houston leaders face tough choice: E-scooter ban, or smarter regulation
Read full article: Houston leaders face tough choice: E-scooter ban, or smarter regulationHouston City Councilโs Quality of Life Committee spent Thursday debating whether to ban all electric scooters โ rental and privately owned โ from Downtown, Midtown, and East Downtown.
Immigrant advocacy group FIEL warns of VAWA fraud targeting Houston families
Read full article: Immigrant advocacy group FIEL warns of VAWA fraud targeting Houston familiesFIEL, a Houston-based immigrant advocacy organization, held a press conference Thursday to raise awareness about a growing problem: Fraudulent legal advice related to the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
What to know if youโre planning on back-to-school shopping during Texasโ tax-free weekend
Read full article: What to know if youโre planning on back-to-school shopping during Texasโ tax-free weekendTexas shoppers can save sales tax on many back-to-school items during the stateโs annual sales tax holiday, which runs from Friday, Aug. 8, through Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025.
โDifficult decisionsโ: Chevron to layoff more than 500 employees in Houston
Read full article: โDifficult decisionsโ: Chevron to layoff more than 500 employees in HoustonChevron is expected to lay off more than 500 employees in Houston this fall as part of its integration with Hess Corporation, the company confirmed Thursday.
Texans announce full training camp schedule: What to know if you want to go
Read full article: Texans announce full training camp schedule: What to know if you want to goAs the Houston Texans prepare for the 2025-26 NFL season, the team released its full training camp schedule, which includes eight practices that are free and open to all fans.
Fetal remains found by crew working on sewage drain in Houstonโs south side
Read full article: Fetal remains found by crew working on sewage drain in Houstonโs south sideAuthorities are at the scene of a neighborhood in Houstonโs southside where the body of a fetus was possibly found in a drainage system.
Man arrested at Texas Childrenโs Hospital West Campus for online solicitation of a minor
Read full article: Man arrested at Texas Childrenโs Hospital West Campus for online solicitation of a minorA man who was arrested at the Texas Childrenโs Hospital West Campus on July 18 is now out on bail.
Judge awards more than $1M to families who lost money in Houston-based surrogacy escrow scandal
Read full article: Judge awards more than $1M to families who lost money in Houston-based surrogacy escrow scandalA Harris County judge has ordered Dominique Side, the former owner of Houston-based Surrogacy Escrow Account Management, or SEAM, and the company to pay families more than $1 million after its sudden collapse last year.
Bond lowered to $300K for Texas TikTok creator charged in Galleria mall parking garage murder
Read full article: Bond lowered to $300K for Texas TikTok creator charged in Galleria mall parking garage murderThe bond for a popular internet content creator charged in a confrontation inside the Galleria mallโs parking lot in early June, which resulted in the death of 30-year-old Marine veteran Anthony Sanders, has been lowered Tuesday morning.
Man seen in wild viral TikTok video ramming truck into parked cars in north Houston facing felony charges
Read full article: Man seen in wild viral TikTok video ramming truck into parked cars in north Houston facing felony chargesA man who was seen in a now-viral TikTok video slamming his truck into several parked vehicles outside a club in a north Houston parking lot is now facing five felony charges.
Woman claiming domestic violence abuse charged in 2-year Harris County fraud scheme
Read full article: Woman claiming domestic violence abuse charged in 2-year Harris County fraud schemeA woman who has been driving around Houston claiming she needs money to flee a domestic violence situation has been charged with aggregate theft by deception after investigators say she stole more than $3,000.
Inmate found hiding under bridge in Humble after escape from Atascocita facility
Read full article: Inmate found hiding under bridge in Humble after escape from Atascocita facilityAn inmate who escaped from a prison in Atascocita was captured Friday in Humble, according to the Harris County Sheriffโs Office.
Injured sea turtle rescued after getting tangled in fishing line at Texas City Dike
Read full article: Injured sea turtle rescued after getting tangled in fishing line at Texas City DikeFirefighters are being called โheroes of the half shellโ after rescuing injured sea turtles at the Texas City Dike.
Kerr County flood update: 3 still missing; 107 deaths confirmed, including 37 children
Read full article: Kerr County flood update: 3 still missing; 107 deaths confirmed, including 37 childrenThe Kerr County Flood Disaster Joint Information Center has confirmed that three people are still missing following the catastrophic and deadly July 4th flood.
Houstonโs Rescued Pets Movement faces setback after van accident, calls for donations
Read full article: Houstonโs Rescued Pets Movement faces setback after van accident, calls for donationsA Houston animal rescue group is asking for the communityโs help after one of its most vital transport vans was totaled in a crash late Friday night.
Gov. Abbott announces approval of Federal Disaster Assistance for Hamilton, Travis counties following Texas flooding
Read full article: Gov. Abbott announces approval of Federal Disaster Assistance for Hamilton, Travis counties following Texas floodingGov. Greg Abbott announced that the federal government has updated the presidentโs Major Disaster Declaration to include Hamilton and Travis counties in response to the recent flooding across Texas.
16-year-old shot multiple times in crossfire during downtown Houston shootout
Read full article: 16-year-old shot multiple times in crossfire during downtown Houston shootoutA 16-year-old was rushed to a hospital overnight on Saturday after a shootout between groups in downtown Houston, according to police.
River Oaks community remembers 4 members of the Burgess family killed in Hill Country floods
Read full article: River Oaks community remembers 4 members of the Burgess family killed in Hill Country floodsHundreds gathered at St. John the Divine Episcopal Church in River Oaks on Thursday to celebrate the lives of four Burgess family members who died in the devastating Hill Country floods earlier this month.
Lakefront short-term rental confrontation highlights issues between permanent residents and renters
Read full article: Lakefront short-term rental confrontation highlights issues between permanent residents and rentersA birthday celebration at a Lake Houston short-term rental property devolved into hostile confrontations between neighbors and renters, highlighting growing tensions over vacation rentals in residential areas.
Resident charged with murder after maintenance worker fatally shot at apartment complex in NE Harris County
Read full article: Resident charged with murder after maintenance worker fatally shot at apartment complex in NE Harris CountyA man who claimed self-defense in a shooting that left a maintenance worker dead has now been charged with murder.
โPower of communityโ: Pat Green raises over $1 million with livestream concert to benefit Hill Country flood victims
Read full article: โPower of communityโ: Pat Green raises over $1 million with livestream concert to benefit Hill Country flood victimsTexas country music star Pat Green hosted a livestream concert to benefit those impacted by the Hill Country floods in Central Texas.
Man sentenced to 35 years in prison for fatal shooting during fight outside Bacliff bar
Read full article: Man sentenced to 35 years in prison for fatal shooting during fight outside Bacliff barA Bacliff man has been sentenced to 35 years in prison after shooting a man during an altercation in the parking lot of a bar last year.
Houston woman accused of smuggling mother, her children into United States, holding them captive in garage
Read full article: Houston woman accused of smuggling mother, her children into United States, holding them captive in garageA Houston woman is accused of smuggling a mother and her children into the United States and then holding them captive inside her garage for years, according to court records.
Northbound lanes shut down on Highway 59 feeder road in Sugar Land after 18-wheeler crash
Read full article: Northbound lanes shut down on Highway 59 feeder road in Sugar Land after 18-wheeler crashAll northbound lanes of the US-59 frontage road at SH-99 in Sugar Land are closed after an 18-wheeler crashed, spilling a load of gravel all over the road.
From staycation magic, to a music and wine festival - Moody Gardens is where to spend you summer
Read full article: From staycation magic, to a music and wine festival - Moody Gardens is where to spend you summerLabor Day weekend is just around the corner, but now is the time get take advantage of their staycation deals!
2 Harris County men arrested for throwing rocks through passing carโs windshield for apparent social media trend
Read full article: 2 Harris County men arrested for throwing rocks through passing carโs windshield for apparent social media trendTwo men have been arrested in Spring for throwing rocks at a passing car as part of an apparent social media trend.
$100K reward offered for help finding couple caught on video stealing mail in Sugar Land
Read full article: $100K reward offered for help finding couple caught on video stealing mail in Sugar LandAuthorities are offering a $100,000 reward for information on a couple who was caught on camera stealing mail from multiple boxes in May and June.
New task force launches in Houston to take on transnational crime
Read full article: New task force launches in Houston to take on transnational crimeThe U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcementโs Homeland Security Investigations Houston field office and FBI Houston announced Thursday the creation of a Homeland Security Task Force in Houston to target growing threats from transnational criminal organizations in Southeast Texas.
Texas football players wear tie with initials of Camp Mystic flood victims at SEC Media Days
Read full article: Texas football players wear tie with initials of Camp Mystic flood victims at SEC Media DaysAmong the excitement and pageantry of the annual SEC Media Days conference in Atlanta, football players at the University of Texas used their platform to show support to the victims of the devastating Hill Country floods.
Texas TikTok creator accused of Galleria mall parking garage murder claims self-defense
Read full article: Texas TikTok creator accused of Galleria mall parking garage murder claims self-defenseNew court records obtained by KPRC 2 reveal new details of a deadly confrontation involving popular internet content creators inside the Galleria mallโs orange parking garage in early June, resulting in the death of 30-year-old Marine veteran Anthony Sanders.
Woman claims she was protecting herself in fatal shooting of 75-year-old woman collecting cans
Read full article: Woman claims she was protecting herself in fatal shooting of 75-year-old woman collecting cansAuthorities have detained a woman suspected of fatally shooting an elderly woman who was collecting aluminum cans at her apartment complex.
Armed man shot and killed by deputies after leading chase through Galveston County
Read full article: Armed man shot and killed by deputies after leading chase through Galveston CountyDeputies said the man crashed the stolen vehicle and then got into a shootout with deputies before he was shot and killed.
Houston steps up to help Kerr County flood victims with overwhelming support
Read full article: Houston steps up to help Kerr County flood victims with overwhelming supportAfter deadly floods swept through Texas Hill Country, Houstonians responded with truckloads of donations, led by a weeklong relief drive from the Harris County Sheriffโs Office.
Gov. Abbott requests federal disaster assistance for 3 new counties following Texas flooding
Read full article: Gov. Abbott requests federal disaster assistance for 3 new counties following Texas floodingTexas Governor Greg Abbott has requested disaster assistance for three additional counties in Texas due to severe flooding.
Harris County Sheriffโs Office donation drive brings relief to flood-ravaged Kerr County
Read full article: Harris County Sheriffโs Office donation drive brings relief to flood-ravaged Kerr CountyAs Kerr County continues recovering from devastating floods, the Harris County Sheriffโs Office is leading a major donation drive to support families who lost everything.
Pat Green hosting livestream concert to benefit Hill Country flood victims
Read full article: Pat Green hosting livestream concert to benefit Hill Country flood victimsTexas country music star Pat Gren is hosting a livestream concert to benefit those impacted by the Hill Country floods in Central Texas.
Man charged with intoxication manslaughter in car crash that killed couple in Kingwood
Read full article: Man charged with intoxication manslaughter in car crash that killed couple in KingwoodA driver involved in a car wreck that killed a husband and wife in Kingwood has been charged with intoxication manslaughter.
More deaths reported in Harris County Jail than 2024: Texas Jail Commission
Read full article: More deaths reported in Harris County Jail than 2024: Texas Jail CommissionSo far in 2025, as many as 12 inmates have died while in custody in Harris County Jail, surpassing the total number of 10 in all of 2024.
Death threats and uncertainty over total number of victims; key takeaways from Kerr County commissionersโ court
Read full article: Death threats and uncertainty over total number of victims; key takeaways from Kerr County commissionersโ courtKerr County officials met Monday for the first time since the deadly flooding that devastated the Hill Country area on July 4.
Man accused of flashing revolver during Galleria-area road rage incident
Read full article: Man accused of flashing revolver during Galleria-area road rage incidentA 34-year-old man is wanted for an apparent afternoon road rage incident in which heโs accused of pushing and then pointing a revolver at another man as the victim left the Galleria Mall.
Southern Smoke Foundation launches relief fund for food and beverage workers hit by Hill Country floods
Read full article: Southern Smoke Foundation launches relief fund for food and beverage workers hit by Hill Country floodsAs families across the Texas Hill Country continue to recover from the devastating floods that swept through the region over the Fourth of July weekend, a Houston-based nonprofit is stepping in to help a community that often serves others first: food and beverage workers.
Accidental shooting kills 12-year-old boy in southeast Houston home
Read full article: Accidental shooting kills 12-year-old boy in southeast Houston homeA 12-year-old was killed after an accidental shooting incident with his sibling at a home near southeast Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.
Man accused of hijacking airplane among more than 1,300 arrested by ICE in Houston in June
Read full article: Man accused of hijacking airplane among more than 1,300 arrested by ICE in Houston in JuneDuring the month of June, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested 1,361 Houston-area undocumented immigrants who were charged with or convicted of crimes after entering the United States.
Reed Sheppard shows flashes despite rocky shooting numbers in NBA Summer League action
Read full article: Reed Sheppard shows flashes despite rocky shooting numbers in NBA Summer League actionThe biggest story for the Houston Rockets heading into NBA 2K26 Summer League play was second-year guard Reed Sheppard, who was selected to play on the squad.
Astros avoid late collapse take down Rangers in 11-inning walk-off win
Read full article: Astros avoid late collapse take down Rangers in 11-inning walk-off winAfter losing four-straight games, the Houston Astros finally got back into the win column Saturday night, taking down the Texas Rangers in a 5-4 victory.
Officials invite Harris County residents to participate in meetings evaluating flooding
Read full article: Officials invite Harris County residents to participate in meetings evaluating floodingOfficials in Harris County are encouraging the public to participate in discussions and studies in the aftermath of the Hill Country floods.
Murder charge now filed against suspect in deadly carjacking in southwest Houston
Read full article: Murder charge now filed against suspect in deadly carjacking in southwest HoustonA suspect already facing charges in connection with a carjacking that left a victim shot and killed at a southwest Houston gas station has now been charged with murder, the Houston Police Department announced.
HPD officer faces second drunk driving arrest after crashing into METRO bus
Read full article: HPD officer faces second drunk driving arrest after crashing into METRO busA Houston police officer was arrested Tuesday afternoon for driving while intoxicated after he crashed into a METRO bus, KPRC 2 News has confirmed.
Whataburger, H-E-B among Texas companies donating millions to Hill Country flood relief
Read full article: Whataburger, H-E-B among Texas companies donating millions to Hill Country flood reliefIn the wake of the devastating Texas Hill Country floods, several Texas-based companies have banned together to provide relief those in need.
Remembering Camp Mystic: Devastated by flood waters, loved by generations of Texans
Read full article: Remembering Camp Mystic: Devastated by flood waters, loved by generations of TexansFor decades, Camp Mystic has been a destination where Texan girls learn skills beyond the usual camp itinerary. Sure, fishing and crafts are common activities for Mystic campers, but the true magic of Camp Mystic comes from the character lessons that the camp instills.
CHECK ZIP CODE: 1st West Nile Virus mosquito sample of 2025 confirmed in Fort Bend County
Read full article: CHECK ZIP CODE: 1st West Nile Virus mosquito sample of 2025 confirmed in Fort Bend CountyThe Fort Bend County Health and Human Services has confirmed the first positive West Nile Virus mosquito sample in the area for 2025.
Things to do on 713 Day: Celebrate Houstonโs Culture with Free Food and Events
Read full article: Things to do on 713 Day: Celebrate Houstonโs Culture with Free Food and EventsAlthough Houstonโs original area code (the namesake of this event) has changed, the cityโs culture and pride remain constant. This year, the lineup of citywide events is especially exciting, so get ready to make some tough choices!
Former Rockets forward Ben McLemore sentenced to 8 years in prison after rape conviction
Read full article: Former Rockets forward Ben McLemore sentenced to 8 years in prison after rape convictionA former member of the Houston Rockets has been handed a multi-year prison sentence after being found guilty of rape.
LIST: Here are the Houston-area sports teams who have made donations to the Hill Country Floods
Read full article: LIST: Here are the Houston-area sports teams who have made donations to the Hill Country FloodsIn the aftermath of the devastating Hill Country Floods, professional sports teams from the Houston area have stepped up to provide charitable contributions to the rescue and recovery efforts.
Elementary PE teacher at HISD wanted for posting explicit videos of his ex-girlfriend on social media
Read full article: Elementary PE teacher at HISD wanted for posting explicit videos of his ex-girlfriend on social mediaA PE teacher at Houston Independent School Districtโs Pleasantville Elementary is wanted for posting explicit videos of f his ex-girlfriend on his X account, according to court records.
Galveston Island Beach Patrol Chief Peter Davis fired after series of โback-to-backโ investigations
Read full article: Galveston Island Beach Patrol Chief Peter Davis fired after series of โback-to-backโ investigationsGalveston Island Beach Patrol Chief Peter Davis' employment was ended by interim CEO Marty Miles on Tuesday following a series of back-to-back investigations.
NASA using aircraft, sensor technology aid Texas Hill Country flood recovery efforts
Read full article: NASA using aircraft, sensor technology aid Texas Hill Country flood recovery effortsIn response to the Hill Country floods and the widespread devastation in Kerr County, NASA has deployed two aircraft to assist state and local authorities in ongoing recovery operations.
Friend of Humble ISD teacher killed in floods holds onto hope for missing wife and son
Read full article: Friend of Humble ISD teacher killed in floods holds onto hope for missing wife and sonSearch and rescue crews continue to sift through debris, hoping to find some of the victims swept away by floodwaters over the July 4 weekend alive.
Man charged with murder in Houston parking lot had been removed from U.S. multiple times, records show
Read full article: Man charged with murder in Houston parking lot had been removed from U.S. multiple times, records showA man suspected of fatally shooting someone in a parking lot in Houston had been previously deported from the United States on at least two occasions, court records indicate.
โItโs not that easy where you just push a buttonโ: Kerr County officials pressed on flood alert timeline
Read full article: โItโs not that easy where you just push a buttonโ: Kerr County officials pressed on flood alert timelineIt has been four days since catastrophic floodwaters swept through the Texas Hill Country, leaving more than 100 people dead and destroying homes and businesses across multiple counties.
โCould have been all of usโ: Houston family that lost beloved grandmother still displaced one year after Hurricane Beryl
Read full article: โCould have been all of usโ: Houston family that lost beloved grandmother still displaced one year after Hurricane BerylOne year ago, the Loredo familyโs morning was shattered when a tree crashed into the side of their northwest Harris County home as Hurricane Beryl made landfall.
James Avery donating 100% of proceeds from โHeart of Texasโ charm to Hill Country flood victims
Read full article: James Avery donating 100% of proceeds from โHeart of Texasโ charm to Hill Country flood victimsKerrville-based jewelry company James Avery Artisan Jewelry is giving back to the Hill Country community after the area faced catastrophic flooding.
Houston Astros commit $1 million to recovery efforts for flooding in Central Texas
Read full article: Houston Astros commit $1 million to recovery efforts for flooding in Central TexasThe Houston Astros organization has committed $1 million to support relief efforts for those impacted by the devastating flooding in Central Texas over the weekend.
LIST: Here are mental health resources offered to those impacted by the Central Texas floods
Read full article: LIST: Here are mental health resources offered to those impacted by the Central Texas floodsIn the aftermath of the devastating floods in Central Texas, several companies are reaching out to offer free mental health services to the impacted communities.
Gunman in tactical gear opens fire at Texas Border Facility before being shot to death by agents
Read full article: Gunman in tactical gear opens fire at Texas Border Facility before being shot to death by agentsA man wearing tactical gear and armed with a rifle opened fire at a Border Patrol facility in McAllen, Texas, Monday morning, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
Brookshire police officer to return after investigation into controversial dog shooting concludes
Read full article: Brookshire police officer to return after investigation into controversial dog shooting concludesA month-long investigation into the controversial shooting of a dog in Brookshire has concluded, with the police officer involved set to return from administrative leave, Brookshire Mayor Robert Richards announced Wednesday.
Cy-Fair ISD reverses decision after mother fights to keep school nurse for medically fragile son
Read full article: Cy-Fair ISD reverses decision after mother fights to keep school nurse for medically fragile sonIt was the last day of schoolโMay 29โwhen someone from Cy-Fair ISD told her that her 11-year-old son Liam would no longer have a one-on-one nurse at school. The decision shocked her.