A 20-year-old was injured in a Houston shootout following an altercation, and he's expected to recover. This incident follows another recent local shooting. No arrests have been made.

A 14-year-old boy is critically wounded after a shooting in southwest Houston, with police seeking public help in the investigation.

The Houston Police Department faces scrutiny over its disciplinary processes amid a sexual assault case scandal, with former Chief Finner's actions in question and tension with the officers' union.

The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory for Houston with severe weather potential including thunderstorms and high heat index values around Memorial Day.

Harris County Sheriff's Chief of Staff Jason Spencer was arrested for allegedly violating a protective order by parking outside a restricted residence.

A Louisiana man drowned in Galveston after being caught in a rip current. Despite red flags and lifeguard warnings, Joshua Acevedo and friends swam out and were trapped. After an extensive search, he was pronounced deceased at the hospital.

A man, Edin Cac-Che, was arrested after leading a car chase with a child standing in his vehicle, sparking safety and accountability concerns. He faces charges of child endangerment and evading arrest.

Michael Robertson was arrested on FM 1960 after he spat on and hit a deputy, following a previous warning to stay away from the area. His charges include Harassment, Assault on a Police Officer, and Retaliation.

A Harris County deputy shot a man wielding a metal bat after a reported disturbance. The suspect, known to have mental health issues, was hospitalized in critical condition. No deputies were injured, and an investigation is underway.

A 29-year-old man died in a motorcycle crash on the Eastex Freeway in Houston. The incident occurred early Saturday morning, and investigations by HPD are ongoing.

Harris County deputies captured Caleb Nelams after a high-speed chase when he evaded a traffic stop. Nelams was charged with evading arrest and unlawful weapon possession.

Two Lamar CISD schools closed amid a manhunt for a suspect linked to a domestic violence incident nearby. No threats were made against the schools but they were shut as a precaution. The suspect faces burglary and assault charges.

A Black Texas student, Darryl George, is suing his school district over a hair policy he believes is racially and gender discriminatory, implicated in federal court regarding the hairstyle he maintains.