Harris County commissioners denied Judge Lina Hidalgo's request for funding to bring staff on a Paris trade mission, amid budget concerns and criticism of the expense.

Two people died in Houston when a man in a stolen vehicle initiated a police chase, crashed into another car, and then died of a self-inflicted gunshot.

Houston Police seek help to find an armed suspect from a robbery at a fast-food restaurant on W. Bellfort. A $5,000 reward is offered for information leading to arrest.

Henry Gibson was arrested for an existing warrant and new charges of assault and resisting arrest after a disturbance and pursuit at an Exxon Gas Station.

Robbery suspect Earnest Duke Harrison died after being shot by Houston Police Officer L. Jumonji who feared for her safety. Investigations are ongoing.

A suspected intruder was fatally shot during a home altercation in Houston; a grand jury will review the case. A second suspect was arrested for burglary and evading arrest. The deceased had a past relationship with a resident, hinting at a motive.

Local authorities are investigating a fatal train and truck collision in Fort Bend County, with limited details currently available about the incident.

Benjamin Frakes is charged with the capital murder of his father and stepmother in Spring, Texas. The suspect was arrested at a poker club and has a criminal history. The case's motive is unclear, and a family SUV is missing.

Houston officials are investigating a fire on Bob White Drive that led to the discovery of a 65-year-old woman's body; no foul play is apparent at this stage.

Heights High School in Houston is dealing with a broken AC system during a heatwave. Techs are working on repairs as the school takes measures to cool students, some of whom were seen outside.

The 19th Annual Houston Firefighters' Charity Golf Classic raised funds for the Houston Firefighters' Protection Fund to aid firefighters and their families in times of crisis.

A truck crashed into Darielas Boutique in Pasadena, causing significant damage and hospitalizing one man. Despite the destruction, the business reopened the next day, while the cause remains under investigation.

A female suspect was arrested for an outstanding theft warrant and probation violation after a traffic stop by Deputy J Santiago in the 14000 block of Walter's Road.