U.S. News & World Report ranked Pearland and League City among the top places to live in the U.S. for 2025, focusing on quality of life and job market factors.

The Texas House unanimously passed "Trey’s Law," which prohibits nondisclosure agreements in sexual assault cases, responding to the tragic story of abuse survivor Trey Carlock.

Phil Robertson of "Duck Dynasty" fame died at 79. His death was confirmed by his family, who noted he is now "with the Lord." The cause of death is private.

Deputies apprehended a male suspect after a foot chase in response to a trespassing report; he had an outstanding arrest warrant. The precinct promoted its "C4 NOW" app for public safety updates.

The Texas legislature has passed a bill requiring that the Ten Commandments be displayed in public school classrooms, raising debate over the separation of church and state.

An ANA flight from Tokyo to Houston diverted to Seattle after a passenger tried to open the emergency exit. The situation was controlled, and the passenger was hospitalized for a medical crisis.

Texas Senate Bill 3, aiming to regulate THC products from hemp, has passed the House and Senate, threatening a substantial industry and sparking concern among business owners about economic and job impacts. Governor Abbott's decision is pending.

A Colombian man in Houston faces charges for stealing government funds and identity theft, after allegedly claiming over $588,000 in false SSA and Medicaid benefits since 2016.

A juvenile suspect fled from deputies during a traffic stop and crashed; found with a hidden loaded gun and charged with evasion and weapon possession.

Houston residents can expect mostly sunny Memorial weekend weather with high heat and humidity, temperatures peaking at 92°F, and heat index values near 101°F. There's a slight chance of rain, with storm probabilities increasing by Memorial Day.

TikTok star Alix Earle joins season 34 of "Dancing with the Stars," delighting fans with her background in competitive dance and recent rise to internet fame.

Harris County deputies arrested Paul Galindo for drug possession with intent to distribute during a traffic stop, finding Xanax, THC, marijuana, and codeine. His bond is $10,000.

Houston police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run that killed a 2-year-old girl at 3401 Ocee Street, seeking public help to find the vehicle and driver.