Valerie Lauren Mata, a Spring ISD theater teacher, was arrested for allegedly having a sexual relationship with a student, involving explicit texts and photos. She resigned following the investigation.

A man was fatally shot at a Houston McDonald's after trying to deescalate a dispute over an order. The shooter fled and remains unidentified; the investigation is ongoing.

A 15-year-old was hospitalized after being shot in Fort Bend County, Houston, with few details on the incident or suspect according to local authorities.

Harris County Constables seized various illegal drugs during a traffic stop, leading to an arrest and involvement of Child Protective Services. Further details are pending.

A victim was robbed at gunpoint by three suspects and a woman he met through Instagram, resulting in the theft of his TV and belongings, on Cypresswood Drive.

A man was fatally shot after trespassing in East Harris County; the property owner shot him and remained on-scene. Authorities are investigating the incident.

A dispute in Meadowview ended in a shooting, with stepson Lazarus Williams charged for killing stepfather Shawn L. Williams after a physical argument escalated.

A 17-year-old named Taylor DeShawn is missing in Harris County, prompting an Endangered Missing Alert. Last seen on Bellaire Blvd, he requires medication. Authorities seek public assistance.

A Conroe Police lieutenant died from injuries sustained during a tornado in Texas. His wife was also injured; the tornado confirmed by the National Weather Service.

The landing gear of a JSX plane collapsed after touchdown at Houston's Hobby Airport; one crew member was injured, while all passengers were reported safe.

A major crash in East Harris County involving an 18-wheeler carrying a crane shut down Spur 330. The driver was trapped but not injured; hazmat responded to a fuel spill.

Four people were shot at a south Houston gas station, with the shooter fleeing the scene. The victims sought immediate medical attention and all injuries were reported as non-life-threatening.

The Justice Department is suing TDCJ for religious discrimination, claiming the agency suspended and fired a clerk for wearing a religious head covering.