A Houston firefighter was treated and released after a roof collapsed during an early-morning building fire in the Third Ward; investigators are probing the cause.

A disturbance on West Village Drive in northeast Houston left a woman dead and her husband injured, deputies say.

A bomb squad was dispatched to the Idlewild Apartments in northwest Harris County after a suspicious item was found, leading to an investigation and safety precautions for residents.

Residents near Carter Lake Dam in Polk County face flooding risks; authorities urge immediate evacuation and report efforts to stabilize the structure.

A constable's routine patrol led to Alan Mireles's DWI arrest after a traffic stop and his refusal to perform sobriety tests in Harris County. His bond was set at $100.

Uriah Urick was convicted of capital murder for killing his girlfriend’s grandmother, Tammy King, leading to a life sentence without parole. He and his girlfriend Tara, who also faces charges, allegedly killed Tammy and stole from her safe.

Houston experienced a weather swing from near-record heat to two cold fronts, with a forecast of temperatures ranging from the 30s to the 80s within days.

Court documents say a North Houston man dug a pit behind his home and filled it with appliances, wire insulation and other debris on CenterPoint land. CenterPoint crews estimate cleanup will cost about $10,000.

A person was found shot inside a car Friday near Kempwood and Blalock in Spring Branch. Homicide detectives processed the scene and police asked the public for tips.

A new Texas A&M report finds congestion hit record highs in 2024. In Houston the result is unpredictable, all‑day gridlock on major freeways.

Rice University begins the "Gateway Project," a $120 million redevelopment of Rice Stadium to improve fan experience, reduce seating, and support diverse events.

Galveston launches a new cruise terminal, expecting a surge in tourism and cruises, with the MSC Seascape relocating there, bringing local-themed attractions and economic benefits.

Houston Police appeal for help in identifying a man who pushed an employee and stole cigarettes from a drug store on Studemont. A reward is offered for information leading to an arrest.