Rice University is grieving the death of Claire Tracy, a 19-year-old sophomore and former Rice women's soccer player. The school and athletic program have issued statements while counseling resources are being offered.

A Montgomery County deputy shot a suspect during a traffic stop near Carl Barton Jr. Park in Conroe. The man was hospitalized and investigators have sealed off the park.

Harris County police are investigating a series of tailgate thefts with suspect Samuel Worthy accused of stealing over 20. Evidence from Worthy's property linked him to the thefts. He is wanted and previously on felony probation for similar crimes.

A tanker believed to be carrying sulfuric acid caught fire on the I‑610 South Loop ramp to the Gulf Freeway Tuesday; HFD hazmat crews say the tank did not rupture and no injuries were reported.

Texas AG Ken Paxton succeeded in scrapping a Biden-era HHS rule, reaffirming state authority to probe healthcare practices, including those related to abortion and gender transition treatments.

Authorities in Houston are investigating a robbery where suspects stole $1.5 million in gold and jewelry from a delivery truck using a crowbar. Police seek information on a dark blue Chrysler minivan linked to the crime.

State MVCPA data show Houston led Texas in stolen vehicles for November, with pickups dominating and several sedans repeatedly targeted.

The HISD settled a lawsuit to use a student's legal name and female pronouns, addressing the parents' complaints about pronoun use and religious rights.

A Houston man faces multiple felony charges after a Gulf Freeway crash that left a woman dead. Police say he fired shots and allegedly carjacked multiple vehicles before his arrest.

Constable Mark Herman's office says Mohsin Hammad is wanted after a Dec. 5 disturbance in Memorial Estates left a child visibly injured. Deputies are asking for tips.

State officials say TxROP has made 193 arrests in Houston, including 135 repeat offenders.

A theft at The Galleria touched off a police chase down Westheimer that ended near Chimney Rock, with several suspects taken into custody, police say.

The National Weather Service forecasts a sunny Tuesday for Houston with a high around 65 degrees and a calm wind shifting south. The week will warm up slowly, with a minor cold front arriving Wednesday.