Bodycam footage of a Houston police officer fatally shooting Edmundo Meza during a loitering check has raised debate over the shooting's justification.

Sharpstown International School was placed on lockdown after a report of a student with a gun; no firearms found. Nearby Neff Elementary was on "secure status." No injuries reported.

Two men died and nine were injured in a Houston drive-by shooting at a block party. Police seek a white truck linked to the incident.

A mother was fatally shot by the father of her children during a birthday party in Houston, with the children present. The suspect fled and is sought by police.

Former soccer player, Jorginho James, is charged with assaulting his ex-partner and violating bond conditions related to a prior charge of strangulation.

Sen. John Cornyn leads in fundraising with $18.3 million for GOP, positioning him as a serious contender to replace Sen. Mitch McConnell as Senate GOP Leader.

A man from Mission is facing federal charges for health care fraud and identity theft, accused of scamming Medicaid for $2 million by filing false claims.

Taco prices in Houston have risen by 5.9% to $5.81, with an overall 4.6% increase in quick-service restaurant prices nationally. Houston has the nation's highest grocery price inflation at 7.8%.

A lawsuit in Houston targets landlords and RealPage, accusing their software of rent-fixing, which they deny. Pending lawsuits and a DOJ inquiry probe the issue further.

Jolun Rodgers, 20, was arrested and charged with the murder of Elijah Heyliger, 21, in Houston following an investigation into the August 25 shooting.

Two people were shot dead at Bauer Pocket Park in Houston, with one victim being a teenager and the other an adult male. Witnesses reported the shooting and the police are investigating.

A judge issued a gag order in the case of Jocelyn Nungaray's death, restricting lawyers' public comments, following the DA's controversial remarks linking the suspects' immigration status to broader political issues.

Houston ISD increases school security due to online threats against several Texas schools, although no direct threats to HISD confirmed. Enhanced patrols and investigations are underway. Other Texas districts are also taking precautions.