Summer travel season is nearly here, and so are the sticker shocks.

Emergency crews are responding to a reported asphalt tank failure in the 300 block of Christy Place, where authorities say there may be a fatality.

A grand jury has handed down a capital murder indictment against a man accused of shooting and killing an 11-year-old boy who was playing a neighborhood prank.

One person has died following a reported accident at an industrial property in Sugar Land, according to initial information from authorities.

Gov. Greg Abbott announced a $20.8 million grant from the Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund to Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. to expand its manufacturing operations in Sugar Land.

According to the Missouri City Police Department, officers conducting a standard stop uncovered evidence that led to a large-scale auto chop shop operation.

Two men have been sentenced to life in federal prison for orchestrating a murder-for-hire plot that left a Katy-area man seriously wounded as he drove to work.

Three people have been charged after allegedly tampering with thousands of gift cards from stores in several TX counties

An unidentified intruder entered Cypress Woods High School on Tuesday morning, prompting a brief lockdown, according to school officials.

New details have emerged following a shooting Tuesday afternoon in northwest Harris County, where investigators said the person who fired a weapon was the victim of an attempted robbery.

The rollout of Texas’ new Education Freedom Account program is off to a high-demand start, with more than 274,000 applications submitted in less than two months, according to the Texas Education Freedom Account (TEFA) program.

The man accused in one of Houston’s most haunting cold cases has died before he could face justice in court.

Un tiroteo ocurrido durante la madrugada en el centro de Houston dejó una persona muerta y dos más heridas, luego de una pelea que terminó en disparos afuera de un club nocturno.

A new snapshot from the Kinder Institute for Urban Research at Rice University offers a detailed look at how residents across the Houston region view some of today’s most debated political and social issues.

The Kinder Institute for Urban Research at Rice University has released its 2025 Area Survey Report, which paints a complex picture of life across the Houston region in 2026.

Prosecutors say a grand jury is expected to indict Gonzalo Leon on a capital murder charge Monday in the shooting death of 11-year-old Julian Guzman.

A shooting involving multiple people and vehicles erupted Sunday evening at a shopping center in southwest Houston, leaving one person dead and others detained as police continue to search for additional suspects.

A deadly train incident is under investigation after a pedestrian was struck Sunday evening in northeast Houston.

Records show former Sweeny Volunteer Fire Chief Tim Webb Sr. has been arrested and formally indicted on multiple child sex crime charges.

A 20-year-old man was killed early Sunday morning following a shooting that erupted during a large after-prom gathering off U.S. Highway 146 in Dayton, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

Residents in Houston’s Heights neighborhood say a dangerous intersection has caused crash after crash — and despite repeated attempts to get the city to act, they’re still waiting for a fix.

The Houston police officer who was suspended after an Instagram video surfaced showing her using racist slurs is still receiving pay while the department’s Internal Affairs investigation continues.

Violence against women is a problem we don’t talk about enough—until it hits someone we know. But the numbers already tell the story: globally, nearly one in three women has experienced physical or sexual violence.

Travelers flying out of Houston now have a new way to speed through airport security.

With 50 days until Houston hosts the FIFA World Cup, the city is about to see some of its most visible changes yet, and residents will start noticing the transformation almost immediately.

A ground stop was issued at Houston’s William P. Hobby Airport due to thunderstorms in the area.

A Harris County grand jury has returned a capital murder indictment against a suspect in one of Houston’s most haunting cold cases, more than three decades after two young people were found brutally killed in west Houston.

A grand jury returned a no bill Tuesday for six detention officers who were involved in a physical altercation with a 32-year-old man at the Harris County Jail who later died after his release.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Houston field office announced it arrested 277 people over a two-week period in April who the agency says were in the country without legal authorization and had prior criminal convictions.

It didn’t take much rain to flood a low-lying underpass along Navigation Boulevard again this week, cutting off a key route in east Houston and renewing concerns about drainage infrastructure and maintenance.

Authorities in Harris County are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a fugitive accused of using fraudulent documents to carry out vehicle registration and title transfer transactions.

La cantante colombiana se ha convertido en una de las artistas más grandes de la música latina, mezclando reguetón, pop y urbano. Canciones como “Tusa”, “Provenza” y “Bichota” la han llevado a lo más alto de las listas a nivel mundial.

Now, Karol G is taking that success back on the road—and Houston is on the list.

As the Houston Rockets look to even their first-round series in the NBA Playoffs against the Los Angeles Lakers, the injury status of their star player remains uncertain.

The Texas Department of Transportation is alerting drivers to a long-term closure of the Alabama Street bridge as part of the ongoing I-45 North Houston Highway Improvement Project.

A former senior executive at Space Center Houston is wanted on a felony charge after investigators say he diverted nearly $88,000 from a nonprofit organization over several months.

A new report from Harris County Public Health shows Houston is leading the state in rates of tuberculosis, underscoring ongoing concerns about a disease many consider a relic of the past.

A Houston police officer has been relieved of duty after a video circulating on social media allegedly shows her making offensive, racist remarks, according to the Houston Police Department.

Starting this summer, college graduates will be stepping into a different student loan landscape, one that involves fewer ways to pay back what you owe as well as changes to debt forgiveness.

Troy Finner has officially been sworn in as the new police chief of the Missouri City Police Department, marking the start of his leadership with a standing-room-only ceremony attended by elected officials, law enforcement and community members.

The wanted man accused of killing a pregnant Houston woman whose disappearance sparked widespread concern has been taken into custody in Louisiana, according to new information confirmed Monday.

A chaotic and dangerous situation unfolded in west Harris County after a crash involving multiple vehicles may have stemmed from a rolling disturbance and gunfire between drivers, according to deputies.

A Spring caretaker in the is facing a felony charge after investigators say she left two disabled adults without proper supervision for several hours.

Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a shooting involving two teenagers at an apartment complex in north Houston.

Drivers in north Harris County are being urged to avoid a busy intersection following a major crash that has prompted a large emergency response.

A Houston Police Department lieutenant has been arrested and charged with online solicitation of a minor following an undercover investigation, authorities said.

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is expected to speak Thursday afternoon on immigration and federal enforcement efforts during a press conference following the Harris County Commissioners Court meeting.

Hundreds of Houston-area small business owners are scrambling after Painted Tree Boutiques, an indoor marketplace with six locations across the Houston area, abruptly shut down all of its stores nationwide with little to no warning.

A certified nurse midwife with Ben Taub Hospital says barriers to basic health care along with systemic racism continue to fuel disproportionate maternal deaths among Black women in Harris County, even as Houston sits in the shadow of one of the world’s largest medical centers.

A Montgomery County man is facing multiple felony charges after investigators say he used a rideshare encounter to contact and allegedly solicit minors.

State records show Lamar CISD Police Chief Henry Garcia and Lieutenant Maria Molina no longer work for the school district as of last week.

A woman has been hospitalized after being shot by a man who had been stalking her, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

Houston immigrant families and advocates are reacting after Mayor John Whitmire moved to reverse a city ordinance limiting certain cooperation between Houston Police Department officers and federal immigration authorities, following a state threat to withhold more than $110 million in funding.

Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office say two people were hospitalized after a vehicle struck a large sinkhole in north Harris County.

A school counselor at a Goose Creek CISD high school is wanted on felony charges related to allegations of a sexual relationship with a student.

Homeowners in Harris County have until April 30 to claim property tax exemptions they may qualify for, and officials say a new online tool is making the process easier than ever.

Grocery price increases slowed in March, offering some relief to consumers, but food costs remain higher than a year ago, according to new federal data and economic analysis.

Houston is already feeling the impact of a growing dispute with the State of Texas over its newly passed immigration ordinance, as Governor Greg Abbott issued a sharp warning and police overtime has been halted.

Former Houston Police Department Chief Troy Finner has been hired as the new police chief of Missouri City, according to an email sent by the city manager on Monday.

Texas EquuSearch has joined the search for a missing 23-year-old woman who is eight months pregnant and considered at high risk.

A significant law enforcement presence has been reported along Sheldon Road, stretching from Interstate 10 to the Bear Bayou area, as authorities actively search for a reported fugitive.

Federal agents were seen at a home in Spring on Monday morning as part of what authorities describe as a court-authorized law enforcement operation.

Texas education leaders have approved a draft of new social studies standards, sparking debate over the role of religion, race, and how history should be taught in classrooms across the state.

An investigation is underway after a man was found dead at a home he was renovating in northwest Harris County, with authorities now saying foul play is suspected.

Authorities are actively searching for a missing man after a boating incident in the Crosby area on Sunday.

Rory McIlroy was able to two under par on Sunday to shoot -13 for the weekend, holding off Scottie Scheffler by two strokes to secure his second consecutive green jacket.

A vehicle fire is causing major disruptions along one of Houston’s busiest corridors Sunday afternoon.

Nakia Holmes, co-owner of Turkey Leg Hut, has been cleared after a Harris County grand jury declined to move forward with charges against her, according to an official statement released Friday.

A scary situation unfolded in a Houston neighborhood overnight when a group of thieves tried, and failed, to steal a Ford Raptor pickup truck parked on the street.

The Texas Education Agency has opened an investigation into a Splendora ISD teacher accused of staging a stabbing and blaming a student, officials confirmed.

Sienna Parkway was closed in Missouri City Thursday evening due to a reported “emergency.”

Cenac broke in immediately to the Cougars lineup under Kelvin Sampson and started 36 of the Cougars 37 games. He also averaged double figures in scoring and rebounding in UH's three tournament games.

Nicole Truelove, 53, has been charged with filing a false report and felony tampering with evidence.

Splendora High School was placed on lockdown mode Thursday morning in Montgomery County.

A shooting investigation is underway after a violent incident unfolded at a busy intersection in southwest Houston Thursday morning.

A former Houston-area public official accused of misusing millions in public housing funds will take a plea deal in the case, according to his attorney.

Officials have released more information regarding a major federal law enforcement operation in Houston’s Clinton Park neighborhood has resulted in 10 arrests on drug and firearms charges, authorities confirmed Tuesday.

A major transformation could soon be underway at Toyota Center, as a $180-million renovation plan is expected to go before officials for approval later today.

The entire city of Arcola is currently without water Wednesday due to issues at its water plant, according to Arcola Police Department.

A train derailment in Rosenberg is causing major traffic problems in the Richmond area Wednesday morning, according to the Richmond Police Department.

Police are investigating a shooting that occurred late Wednesday morning near Telephone Road and the Gulf Freeway.

A major federal law enforcement operation is underway Tuesday in the Clinton Park neighborhood in east Houston, involving multiple agencies executing court-authorized search warrants.

A bomb threat reported Tuesday morning led to the evacuation of a business in Pearland, according to Pearland Police Department.

A routine patrol turned into a police pursuit after an officer spotted a driver behaving erratically along the Gulf Freeway corridor.

NASA officials shared new details on the Artemis II mission, highlighting life support limits, technical challenges, and what astronauts may observe during their trip around the Moon.

A major accident involving a utility terrain vehicle (UTV) has left three juveniles injured in northwest Harris County, prompting a large emergency response Monday.

Americans lost nearly $21 billion to cyber-enabled crimes in 2025, with cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence-related scams among the costliest, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s latest Internet Crime Report.

Small changes in your habits—and your vehicle—can make a noticeable difference in how much you spend.

Police in Houston are investigating a deadly shooting after a man was discovered early Sunday morning with multiple gunshot wounds near a crashed vehicle.

NASA officials shared new details on the Artemis II mission, highlighting life support limits, technical challenges, and what astronauts may observe during their trip around the Moon.

Authorities are investigating a late-night fire in Magnolia that damaged a structure being converted into a home spa, officials confirmed.

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston is under a ground stop.

A fatal crash that left multiple people injured in downtown Houston is under investigation Friday morning, according to the Houston Police Department.

A man has been arrested, several days after his girlfriend was found shot to death at an apartment in northeast Houston.

A man who was already in custody for an unrelated offense has now been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a Fifth Ward man from over two years ago, officials confirm.

Pearland police say reckless e-scooter and e-bike riding has become a daily complaint, and far too often, a crash scene.

Houston police have released new details on the officer-involved shooting that left a man armed with a butcher knife dead in Southwest Houston.

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is standing firm amid growing political pressure following a controversial incident at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

More than four decades after a series of murders along a stretch of Southeast Texas known as the “Texas Killing Fields,” prosecutors say they are making progress—and the investigation is far from over.

Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office are responding to a reported shooting in the Katy area Thursday afternoon.