A Houston man was fatally shot while playing billiards at home; two suspects fled in a Nissan Maxima. Authorities seek public assistance in the investigation.

A man faces intoxication manslaughter charges after a fatal crash on Houston's North Freeway, where a woman died after a vehicle hit a concrete barrier.

A man died in a high-speed car crash on Wheatley Street in Houston on the morning of Christmas Eve, according to the HPD. His identity is pending verification.

Houston reports a 20% decrease in homicides in 2023, surpassing the national average, with the Houston Police linking the decline to strategic initiatives.

A Christmas Day fire in Houston led to a man being hospitalized and another arrested for suspected arson at the Fairmount Apartments. Firefighters rescued a disabled man during the blaze that started after a domestic dispute.

A fire damaged several units in a west Houston townhome complex with no injuries reported; the cause is under investigation by Houston Fire Department arson unit.

A Houston couple died of a suspected murder-suicide on Christmas night, with their three children at home during the incident. Police are investigating and support resources have been offered.

A pedestrian carrying Christmas presents was fatally struck by a Jeep in Baytown, Texas. The accident occurred in an area lacking street lights and sidewalks. The driver cooperated with the investigation, which did not indicate impairment.

A man on a scooter was fatally hit by a suspected drunk driver near La Marque High School on Christmas Eve; the driver, Bertha Lee Anderson, is in custody.

League City police shot and killed an armed robbery suspect outside a Walmart. Officers were waiting for the suspect, as the stolen vehicle he was linked to was found in the parking lot.

Beyoncé's former Houston home caught fire early on Christmas, but no injuries were reported as firefighters quickly contained the blaze. The cause is under investigation.

Whitney White was arrested for a DWI after a car incident in Northwest Freeway; her BAC was 0.296. Details on the crash and her representation are not disclosed.

A cold front has brought cooler temperatures to Houston post-Christmas with sunny days but highs around 10 degrees below average and potential light freezes.