A Honduran national with residency status was arrested for human smuggling and an outstanding sexual assault warrant during a traffic stop in Laredo, Texas.

Bandera, the "Cowboy Capital of the World," is now a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community, recognized for its Western heritage tourism which is vital to the local and state economy.

John Booth was arrested by U.S. Marshals in Houston on charges of aggravated murder in the death of Tosha Williams, found dead by her child in Cleveland.

Texas House Bill 3 proposes taxpayer-funded vouchers for private schooling, including increased public school funding.

Two teens were arrested for planning a mass casualty attack on Memorial High School in Texas, involving pipe bombs and guns. No weapons were found; investigation is ongoing. The school is increasing security measures.

A fatal house fire in Mission Bend resulted in one death and two minor injuries. The fire, which began in the early morning, is under investigation, with the cause still undetermined.

Houston is under an Extreme Cold Warning with single-digit wind chills expected; a Cold Weather Advisory is in effect. The weather should shift by the weekend, with warmer temperatures and sunshine returning early next week.

Driver Juan Ramirez was arrested for open traffic and theft warrants, and possession of Ecstasy, during a routine traffic stop by Constable Mark Herman's Office. His bond was set at $2,500.

Houston police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run involving two vehicles. The victim, a male pedestrian, was struck while crossing a street. Authorities seek information on a red Dodge sedan and a box truck involved.

Constable Mark Herman's deputies arrested Taylor Neveaux for DUI with a BAC of 0.217, nearly triple the legal limit.

A manhunt is underway in Houston for Eric Brown, suspected of assaulting and robbing a UH student. A DA's office error led to his release; a $5,000 reward is offered for his capture. UH is boosting security in response to the incident.

The Conroe Independent School District considers cutting its dual language program, facing community backlash and raising financial and cultural concerns.

The Houston Zoo introduced a jaguar cub named Rojo, emphasizing his role in conservation awareness and the zoo's support for sustainable wildlife tourism.