Douglas A. Williams, Jr. is appointed as the new FBI chief for the Houston division, succeeding the previous agent who moved to New York. Williams has a background in various crime-fighting roles.

A former Galleria Mall worker is charged with child sexual exploitation involving toddlers, with details indicating the abuse was recorded and shared online.

Texas law, House Bill 114, enforces disciplinary actions on students for vaping, with over 1,300 Houston-area students affected, stirring debate about its impact on education.

Houston prepares for the College Football Playoff game with traffic strategies, including lifted lane restrictions and enhanced transit services, to ease congestion.

A 17-year-old, Connor Hilton, faces murder charges after being re-arrested when the victim of a shooting he was involved in died. His lawyers claim the incident was due to a mental health crisis. Hilton had previously posted $1 million bail.

An officer-involved shooting in northeast Houston left one man hospitalized on Sunday evening; no officers were injured. Details are forthcoming as HPD investigates the incident.

John Whitmire is sworn in as Houston's 63rd mayor, promising to enhance public safety, infrastructure, and city services, while retaining key officials from the previous administration.

Governor Greg Abbott's push for school voucher legislation in Texas faces internal GOP opposition, resulting in setbacks that question his leadership and legislative strategy.

Researchers at Texas A&M developed a material inspired by fire ants that self-assembles and disassembles, potentially aiding advancements in medical and robotics technology.

OpenDoor's annual report identifies Texas ZIP codes Cypress and Katy as 2023's hottest areas for homebuyers, highlighting a trend for amenities without big-city congestion.

The Houston Texans won the AFC South and face the Cleveland Browns in the playoffs. Despite an earlier loss to the Browns, the Texans have playoff hopes, especially with quarterback C.J. Stroud's return.

Harris County deputies arrested Jared Nastos for unauthorized vehicle use after a traffic stop uncovered car theft.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has increased the State Operations Center to readiness level II in anticipation of severe weather, urging Texans to follow emergency management advice and prepare for conditions such as snow and high winds.