Texas is considering Audrii's Law, which would require child grooming offenders to register as sex offenders, inspired by the murder of 11-year-old Audrii Cunningham by Don Steven McDougal, a man with a prior related offense.

Houston Fire Department tackled a house fire in Fondren Gardens, which caused $250,000 in damages but no injuries; it was accidentally caused by an electrical cord.

A black ice-induced crash involved seven vehicles on SH-99 in Houston, closing westbound lanes and resulting in multiple hospitalizations and significant traffic delays.

A pipeline owned by Kinder Morgan caught fire in Wharton County, Texas. No injuries were reported, and the road remained open. The fire was controlled by closing the pipeline valve.

A fire in a fast-food restaurant's kitchen in The Briar Forest area was quickly extinguished by Houston firefighters, with no injuries and limited damage of $70,000.

A man, Rwangamugayo Emmanuel, was charged with intoxication manslaughter and assault after a Houston crash killed a construction worker and injured others.

A 10-year-old boy from Atascocita reported missing was found safe the same evening by the Harris County Pct. 4 Constable’s Office. Details of his disappearance and discovery haven't been revealed.

Houston airports Bush and Hobby will resume operations after a closure due to a rare snowfall. Travelers should check flight statuses as educational institutions remain closed.

Two infants found on a sidewalk during a Houston snowstorm; their mother, showing signs of intoxication, is with them. Their conditions are unclear, and it's unknown if charges will be filed.

Martial arts instructor Stephen Zarruk was arrested for alleged indecency with a child, previously worked as a substitute teacher, and has been released on bond.

Houston is preparing for severe winter weather by setting up shelters and warming centers to offer refuge during the expected freezing temperatures and snow.

The Chevron Houston Marathon and Aramco Houston Half Marathon saw thousands gather despite cold weather, with record performances and winners including Addisu Gobena and Senayet Getachew.

Late-night shooting in Houston leaves a young woman dead and a man injured; police are investigating their relationship and the circumstances of the incident.