A woman was arrested at a Walmart for skip-scanning items totaling over $170. After being detained by law enforcement, she was booked and charged with theft. Her bond was set at $100.

The controversial expansion of Hawthorn Park Landfill was canceled, a move praised by Mayor Whitmire and local residents concerned about health risks and local infrastructure.

Edgar Olivo was arrested for his second DWI offense after failing sobriety tests during a traffic stop in Harris County, as reported by Constable Herman's Office.

Houston prepares for its 46th annual MLK Day parade with marching bands, floats, and a theme of brotherly love, featuring high-profile participants like Benjamin Crump.

Houston authorities warn of fraudulent parking app websites that trick drivers into paying for parking, risking tickets and tows. They advise downloading ParkHouston or Parkmobile apps directly from official app stores to avoid scams.

Houston faces a weather roller coaster with a sunny Friday, followed by a cold blast Sunday, and chilly Martin Luther King Jr. Day with possible rain or freezing drizzle.

The owner of the Houston Texans, Janice McNair, is disputing her son's claim in court that she is incapacitated, amidst an ongoing family legal battle.

A Harris County Sheriff's deputy was hit by a truck on the East Freeway, and is in serious condition along with another person; a third individual is in fair condition. The crash closed the freeway for investigation.

A woman asleep while cooking caused a fire in a west Houston apartment complex, with one ground-floor unit severely damaged and others affected by smoke.

A man named Aidan Allnut was arrested during a traffic stop in Harris County for possessing drugs and weapons, according to Constable Mark Herman's Office.

New Yorkers are urged to wear blue for National Human Trafficking Awareness Day to support victims, while Texas statistics on trafficking are highlighted, emphasizing the importance of public awareness and the National Human Trafficking Hotline.

Alize Velosa is charged with aggravated assault against a family member after allegedly stabbing her partner, a 38-year-old woman, who sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

Six Houston-based Cubans face charges for allegedly trafficking 300+ protected birds, violating wildlife laws, with potential 5-year imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.