Houston's Metro faces challenges in transitioning to zero-emission buses by 2030, with technological and infrastructure hurdles leading to the purchase of new diesel buses.

Laredo gun shop owner Ricardo Estevis Jr. faces charges for selling a firearm to a known felon, as part of the Justice Department's efforts to prevent gun violence.

A 16-year-old boy was killed in a shoot-out in a Houston neighborhood. Police are investigating the incident and searching for an unknown assailant who drove a red sedan. The motive is unclear, and tips are being sought.

The Eleanor Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library in Houston reopens on April 15, 2024, with an event that includes speeches, activities, and giveaways.

A Texas high school teacher and her son face charges of running a child sex trafficking ring, involving the recruitment and prostitution of runaway students. They have both been arrested and the investigation is ongoing.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sues to stop Harris County's guaranteed income program, arguing it's unconstitutional and an "illegal government overreach."

A 2-year-old girl was safely recovered after a stolen vehicle she was in was pursued by Houston police and crashed. The suspect fled and remains at large.

Maximiliano Gamez is charged with aggravated assault causing serious bodily injury after Andres Marroquin died following a June 2023 attack in North Houston.

Houston police exchanged gunfire with two armed men at a taqueria, wounding the suspects without officer injuries. The suspects were wanted for various felonies.

Houston expects a partly sunny day with a chance of showers and high winds, followed by a clear and windy night. The weekend looks warm and sunny, but severe storms are possible in the broader region. A marine warning is in effect for nearby waters.

Jason Detenbeck was charged with soliciting a minor online, after the minor's parents alerted authorities, leading to his arrest in Galveston County, Texas.

Authorities in Harris County arrested wanted man Eric Reed on April 8 for an outstanding warrant after a call about a suspicious person on Kuykendahl Road.

A loose expansion joint at the North Freeway caused vehicle damage and traffic delays in Houston. TxDOT is working on repairs with lanes partially closed.