Deputies arrested Jennifer Fleischhauer for DWI in Harris County, after conducting sobriety tests and securing a blood specimen. Her bond was set at $100.

Houston Texans safety Jimmie Ward was arrested on felony domestic violence charges for assaulting his fiancée, which included impeding breath/circulation.

HISD celebrates STAAR score improvements, but parents criticize management and spending decisions by Superintendent Mike Miles, focusing on issues like the firing of a librarian and broader systemic flaws in education.

Isiah Martinez was charged after a fatal crash in Southwest Houston, where an 11-month-old boy died, and his mother incurred minor injuries. Martinez allegedly fled the scene and was later found to be impaired.

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.