A severe crash involving two 18-wheelers, one carrying propane, has shut down Texas 321 near Cleveland, with emergency crews and Hazmat responding due to the risk of fire or explosion.

Acclaimed French chef Frédéric Perrier dies at 61 in Houston from a heart attack, leaving a legacy of expanding and improving the city's French dining scene.

Authorities are searching for 22-year-old Daniel Eugene Douglas, who escaped custody while being transferred to the Harris County Joint Processing Center.

Texas Tech Health El Paso and UTHealth Houston have formed a partnership aimed at improving health care and research, focusing on serving underserved communities in Texas.

A house fire in the Kashmere Gardens neighborhood caused $40,000 damage with no injuries; 41 firefighters responded, and the cause is under investigation.

Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick seeks to ban consumable THC, targeting retailers in Texas. This follows a raid on a business and introduces Senate Bill 3, which aims to close legal loopholes on hemp derivatives.

WalletHub's report named Texas the most financially distressed state in the U.S., citing low average credit scores and high bankruptcy rates, with 13 Texas cities among the top 100 most financially distressed.

A former Houston teacher received a 97-month prison sentence for child pornography charges and must also pay restitution, register as a sex offender, and face supervised release conditions.

Houston's weather is variable with mist and cooler breezes, expected chills, and a sunny but cool Friday. The weekend may bring rain and thunderstorms, while next week starts mild, with potentially cold mid-week temperatures.

Mexico's Congress has instated a $42 immigration fee for cruise passengers, impacting costs and potentially affecting the tourism industry and local economies.

The Houston Police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run involving a white Ford pickup and a woman on Mallow Street. The victim died at the hospital, and authorities seek information.

Authorities captured Johnny Leon Wilson, linked to the 2018 murder of his ex-wife Charine Wilson. She went missing after visiting his apartment, and he fled after posting bail. He awaits extradition to Harris County.

A hazmat spill after an 18-wheeler crash closed southbound lanes on Highway 288, causing five-mile backups. Cleanup efforts are expected to take hours.