Kentrell Brumfield received a life sentence for a Houston shooting that killed Brittani Simmons and wounded Lioneicia Malveaux. He had a violent history with Malveaux, the survivor.

Deputies, assisted by Texas Department of Transportation Air Support, arrested Robert Cooper in Harris County for driving a stolen vehicle and having an open misdemeanor warrant.

A judge ruled that the CROWN Act does not cover hair length in school dress codes, affecting Houston student Darryl George's case over his dreadlocks.

A senior woman was killed by a Chevrolet Suburban while crossing a Houston street; the driver, not intoxicated, has not been charged pending investigation.

AT&T users nationwide faced disruptions in service, affecting calls, texts, and internet connectivity. Verizon and T-Mobile also saw some outages. The cause remains unclear, and the impact stretched to emergency services and media operations.

The Woodlands celebrates its 50th anniversary with mixed economic signals, as major employers cut jobs but overall employment grows due to midsize companies.

Montgomery County Deputy Charles Rivette died in a car crash in Centerville while transporting an inmate; another deputy and the inmate were seriously injured.

Snooze an A.M. Eatery has opened a new location in Stafford, offering inventive breakfast options, commitment to sustainability, and local charity partnerships.

Leonardo Barroso, 32, of Brownsville, Texas, has been sentenced to federal prison for smuggling guns and identity theft. His scheme involved stealing customer information to purchase firearms for cartels.

A Texas man, Sonny Adams, was arrested for DWI after officers observed signs of intoxication. He failed field sobriety tests and was booked into Harris County Jail.

The new H-E-B store opened in Katy, Texas, offering giveaways, special pricing, and a donation to Katy ISD, enhancing local retail and job opportunities.

Houston area swimmers impress at UIL State Girls Championship, with potential Olympians setting records, while collegiate athletes compete at Mountain West Championships.

BoomerJack's Grill & Bar opens its first Houston-area location in Webster, offering a large indoor space, covered patio, and specials like $3 margaritas for National Margarita Day.