Houston faces a stormy week with a 70% chance of rain today and flood watch in effect, while the Tropical Atlantic shows no signs of cyclone activity.

An infant has died in a suspected DUI crash involving two vehicles in Houston, with two individuals in custody. Police are probing the car seat's security.

A federal lawsuit details an alleged assault by nine Harris County Jail officers on inmate Anasia Smith in July 2023, sparking claims of rights violations and highlighting a history of abuse at the jail.

Annise Parker, former Houston mayor, announced her candidacy for Harris County Judge in the 2026 elections to challenge incumbent Lina Hidalgo for the Democratic nomination, criticizing state and federal policies.

A 12-year-old boy was killed in a hit-and-run while biking in Harris County. After falling, a black sedan hit him and fled; a suspect vehicle is sought.

Houston's Mayor announces the merger of two MLK Day parades into a single Unity Parade for January 2026, ending 32 years of separate events and emphasizing unity and safety.

Traffic on I-10 East Freeway was delayed due to spools blocking lanes after a truck hit a bridge. No injuries were reported, and lanes reopened by 11:30 p.m.

A 64-year-old Nigerian man in Houston was sentenced to two years for mail theft and credit card fraud, with a restitution payment of $839,555.75 ordered.

Houston police arrested two suspects after a shooting near Texas Southern University, with a murder charge for Abraham Jackson and evidence tampering for Randy Masters.

A Texas DOJ employee is charged with capital murder for giving his girlfriend abortion pills without consent, leading to the fetus's loss and tampering with evidence by resetting his phone.

Houston police investigate a fatal stabbing on Bigwood Street; a 37-year-old man was killed following an altercation. Suspect was initially detained but then released pending further investigation.

The "Be Someone" graffiti in Houston, vandalized with a cryptocurrency slogan, has been restored by locals, reflecting the community's dedication to the city's emblematic mural.

Residents in Houston's Third Ward are disturbed by nightlife noise and traffic, prompting increased HPD patrols and the formation of a "club squad" to address the issue.