Mario Young has been "no-billed" by a grand jury, dropping the murder charge connected to the shooting of clerk Asif Maknojia over an alleged shoplifted bag of chips.

The trial of Patrick Clark for Takeoff's murder may face challenges due to alleged forensic errors by dismissed Harris County analyst Rochelle Austen, not directly linked to his case.

A Houston teen shot two assailants in self-defense during a robbery at home; one died. In a separate incident, a 7-year-old was injured in a drive-by shooting. Police investigations are ongoing.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission announced updates to hunting regulations for the 2024-25 season, affecting migratory game bird, desert bighorn sheep, and wild turkey hunting.

Houston parents are protesting HISD's removal of local zoning at two sought-after dual-language schools, impacting children's enrollment and possibly property values.

Andrea Josten was arrested at Buffalo Wild Wings for allegedly pushing a deputy when asked to leave, charged with interfering with a public servant's duties.

HUD extends disaster assistance for Houston's affordable housing plan post-Hurricane Harvey, reviving the city's initiative to create 120 affordable homes.

Johnson and Cook face off in a Democratic primary runoff for Texas Senate District 15, emphasizing their differing experiences and taking critical stances on key issues.

Top HISD officials, including Superintendent Mike Miles, receive substantial salary increases, while the district plans to raise teacher and hourly employee wages in the next academic year.

A man was arrested for shoplifting at a Lowe's store after attempting to steal merchandise valued over $248. Identified as Rickey White, he was detained by deputies and is now facing theft charges with a $100 bond.

A traffic accident in Harris County led to the arrest of Judy Jones, who had an existing felony warrant for tampering with a government document. Her bond is set at $2,000.

Two Laredo residents were sentenced to prison for attempting to smuggle firearms and ammunition to Mexico, with Recio and Carrillo receiving 78 and 63 months respectively.

Houston's weather forecast includes morning fog followed by mostly cloudy skies and potential weekend thunderstorms, with a marginal risk of severe weather. Temperatures will vary with a cooler Sunday anticipated.