A police officer and two children were hospitalized after a crash in Baytown which involved a police cruiser and a van. The cause is under investigation.

Houston expects showers and potential thunderstorms with a 40% chance of precipitation today, increasing through the weekend, amid a month-long dry spell.

Two children died and two adults were injured in an apartment fire in Greenspoint, Houston. Firefighters responded late Wednesday to the blaze. The cause is under investigation.

Authorities are searching for 11-year-old Tyrek Jackson, who went missing in Fort Bend County, Texas, wearing grey clothing. No foul play is indicated, yet concern for his safety is high.

Galveston County has implemented a burn ban in unincorporated areas due to severe drought conditions, prohibiting outdoor burning except in certain enclosed situations. Violations may result in fines or charges.

Texas AG Paxton's office detained 35 for immigration violations, citing a partnership with Trump's administration under Section 287(g) of the Immigration Act.

A Houston man was charged with murdering Julian Comeaux after a February shooting in Midtown Houston and was partially identified by a Croc sandal he left at the scene.

Houston anticipates heavy rain and thunderstorms on Saturday, with a 90% chance of precipitation, possible street flooding, and 1-2 inches of rain forecasted. Conditions may disrupt outdoor activities.

A judge denied lowering the bond for Jose Romero, accused of manslaughter in a crash killing USPS worker Steve Marks. The defense requested a reduction from $250,000 to $50,000. Conditions for release include a curfew and no driving.

The Houston Fire Department extinguished a large apartment fire on Market Street, rescuing several people. No injuries were reported, and the cause is being investigated, with the Red Cross assisting affected residents.

A four-year-old boy in Houston shot himself after finding a gun at home; he survived and was taken to hospital, with the incident currently under investigation.

Deputies arrested Jaime Cortes for DUI in Precinct 4 after he failed sobriety tests with a BAC of 0.147. Cortes also had two open misdemeanor warrants.

Houston's Montrose neighborhood faces the removal of a rainbow crosswalk following an order from Gov. Abbott, sparking local protests in support of the LGBTQ+ community.