Two people — a man and a child — were critically injured after an Amtrak train struck their car at a Lockwood Drive crossing in northeast Harris County. Investigators are working the scene.

Precinct 3 deputies found an adult man shot after a reported carjacking near Sam Houston Parkway; he was flown by Life Flight and detectives are investigating.

Patchy fog slows the morning commute and highs hit about 87°F. Strong storms with damaging winds and hail are possible after sunset.

A pedestrian was struck and killed on State Highway 6 in west Houston early Sunday; police have detained a person for questioning as the Vehicular Crimes Division investigates.

A man in his 20s was killed after a red Tesla left the roadway, rolled several times and struck a tree in Spring early Sunday. Deputies say speed may have been a factor as HCSO investigates.

Montgomery County detectives arrested a Porter man in connection with a deadly hit-and-run on U.S. 59 that left Gary Belvin dead. The suspect faces a second-degree felony charge.

Kenric Henry was sentenced to 30 years after pleading guilty to aggravated assault for a December 2021 shooting and pistol‑whipping; the state's high court has allowed a limited review.

An infant was found dead Saturday at a Sunnyside apartment complex; homicide detectives are on scene and the cause of death is pending.

A nearly 9,000-square-foot penthouse once tied to Bob McNair's family is listed at The Belfiore for $11M, boasting European finishes, terraces and a rumored J.J. Watt plaque.

Harris County Treasurer Dr. Carla Wyatt was arrested in Galveston County and booked on a DWI charge. The arrest follows earlier legal trouble, including a dismissed 2023 DWI and a no‑billed December burglary case.

A Liberty County judge found problems with evidence in the 2015 Brandon Jenkins murder trial, sending the case to the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals and renewing family hopes.

A man was shot in the leg late Saturday outside Diamond Ridge Apartment Homes in northwest Houston; police detained a driver and recovered a firearm.

Winfield's recalled five dark‑chocolate novelties sold at its three Houston shops after 'milk' was left off ingredient labels.