Christina Michelle Hejl, a Conroe mother, was sentenced to 40 years for a DWI crash killing two of her children and seriously injuring another. She must serve half her sentence before parole.

A deputy arrested Reginald Pugh for DUI after a traffic stop in Harris County; his breath samples were over twice the legal limit. His bond was set at $100.

A woman died in a car crash after her vehicle hit a tree and caught fire on West Bellfort Street, Houston. The incident is under investigation by Houston police.

Galveston County officials say H5 bird flu was detected in local birds and that residents should avoid handling sick or dead animals. The county says the public risk is low but is monitoring reports and evaluating exposed people.

A large fire destroyed at least 18 units in a Houston apartment, prompting evacuations and a mayday call as a firefighter temporarily fell through a floor. No injuries reported; cause under investigation.

RCI Hospitality’s CEO and CFO stepped back as interim leaders take over while the company faces a New York indictment alleging bribery and millions in unpaid sales taxes.

Two Rice University students were robbed at gunpoint in a campus parking lot, with the suspects still at large. The university police have increased patrols and are advising community vigilance.

Texas AG Ken Paxton is investigating fast fashion company Shein for possible unethical labor practices and consumer safety issues. The probe focuses on labor standards, product safety, and data privacy.

An HPD officer shot an armed robbery suspect who allegedly used an employee as a human shield during an attempted robbery in Greenspoint. The suspect was hospitalized; the worker and officers were unhurt.

Tilman Fertitta will return from Italy to accept an honorary doctorate at the University of Houston on Dec. 18. The visit highlights his years of donations and board leadership.

Avangene Harris was arrested for her second DWI offence in Harris County, with a $100 bail set after failing field sobriety tests.

At least 70 roosters — live and dead — were found at an alleged fighting ring on Little York Road in north Houston. Four people were detained as detectives investigate.

Houston's weather forecast includes rain and potential thunderstorms with a high near 50 degrees and strong chances of precipitation. A brief clearing and cooler temperatures are expected tonight before wet weather returns mid-week.