Tilman Fertitta, billionaire and owner of the Houston Rockets, is reportedly being considered by President-elect Trump for the U.S. ambassadorship to Italy.

The HISD's annual lottery for the 2025-26 academic year is now open, offering families the chance to apply to various magnet programs and specialized schools.

Houston businessman Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale is set to have open-heart surgery due to a heart condition. He plans to return to work 10 days post-surgery.

A 15-year-old boy was fatally struck by a train in southeast Houston while crossing the tracks, sparking community calls for improved safety measures.

ICE has deported Carlos Montano-Velasquez, an 18th Street Gang member wanted in El Salvador, back to his country.

Police arrested Adrian Odell McGee, 22, for the murder of Johnny Felder, 34, in Houston. With one person of interest still at large, the HPD calls for public help.

A man was fatally struck by a Chevrolet Camaro while crossing a street in Houston; the driver, an 18-year-old male, was not impaired and faces no charges. Police are investigating the incident.

A lawsuit has been filed against James Harden's restaurant for allegedly over-serving an intoxicated customer responsible for a deadly crash in Houston.

One dead, another injured in a shooting in west Houston following an argument at a convenience store. The shooter is at large, and police are investigating.

A 64-year-old man was struck and killed while crossing the East Freeway in Houston. The driver stopped and cooperated with police. The victim was wearing a hospital bracelet.

Anthony Ray Boyce has been arrested for assaulting 80-year-old Earl Hollins over a parking spot at a Harris County grocery store; the victim is critically injured.

Elderly man critically injured in an assault at a Harris County Food Town parking lot; initial robbery report in error. Suspect, a large man in his 50s or 60s, fled in a Ford F150. Authorities seek information.

An upper-level low pressure system will bring showers and potential thunderstorms to Houston this weekend, with a 60-80% chance of rain and concerns for localized flooding.