A manhunt underway in Harris County, TX, after a father shot at his son and exchanged fire with an off-duty officer. No injuries were reported. The suspect fled and remains unidentified.

A 5-year-old boy in North Harris County was safely rescued by authorities after being seen running in traffic; the non-verbal child was taken to a hospital, with his parents notified.

TGI Fridays is closing 36 "underperforming" restaurants in the U.S., including four in Texas, as part of a company strategy to strengthen its franchise model.

The Woodlands celebrated its 50th anniversary, highlighting its sustainable design and nature-urban balance, inspired by founder George P. Mitchell's vision.

Houston faces delays in crawfish season, affecting local restaurant supply and prices, with weather influencing the availability and size of the seafood.

An 18-year-old man, Benjamin Vega, was arrested in Harris County for carrying a loaded gun and marijuana after a routine traffic stop by Constable deputies.

A man was critically injured in a North Houston shooting, allegedly by his daughter, who now faces assault charges. The incident occurred in front of the suspect's child.

Three siblings in Laredo, Texas, pleaded guilty to smuggling ammunition to Mexico, with Rolando Herrera admitting to leading the operation, as they await sentencing.

An abandoned building in Houston's Greater Third Ward was destroyed by fire, resulting in a roof collapse and $10,000 damage. No injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation.

Houston's new Mayor John Whitmire opts to end the legal fight over firefighter pay, signaling his commitment to fulfill campaign promises and resolve the long-standing dispute.

Houston firefighters quickly responded to a fire at a previously burned vacant house on Collingsworth St., ensuring no injuries and preventing damage to neighboring properties.

Deputies from Constable Mark Herman's office recovered stolen electronic devices and arrested two suspects, one of whom provided a false identity, and were charged with theft.

John Whitmire, Houston's new mayor, is starting negotiations with the firefighter's union to resolve a protracted contract dispute, seeking a departure from legal battles towards a fair deal in his office.