A federal judge sentenced a Houston man to 45 years after prosecutors say he coerced minors online into explicit videos; investigators say hundreds of files were seized.

A single-vehicle crash early Tuesday on inbound U.S. 290 near Fairbanks North Houston Road left one person dead and forced lane closures as investigators work the scene. Officials say the vehicle caught fire and the cause remains under investigation.

Early voting in Harris County runs April 20–28 ahead of the May 2 special election, which includes the Texas Senate District 4 race and local ballot measures.

A 24-year-old man was found shot and killed in his car at an apartment complex in Gulfton. HPD’s Homicide Division is investigating and asking the public for tips.

A 20-year-old driver was killed after his Cadillac overturned and partially submerged on SH‑288; HPD’s Vehicular Crimes Division is investigating.

An early-morning crash on U.S. 290 at Windfern Road killed one person and closed eastbound lanes for hours, snarling traffic in northwest Houston.

The Woodlands board will weigh a 25‑year cell‑tower management deal, permit‑fee changes and a multi‑million dollar parks renovation at Thursday's meeting.

A Spring ISD theater arts teacher faces evading charges after a downtown police chase ended with a half-naked foot pursuit, court records show.

President Trump used the Defense Production Act to order DOE to expand coal, oil, gas, LNG and grid projects. The White House says funds are available, but legal fights and market limits could slow pump relief.

Houston police say three people were detained while officers searched near 9300 N. Wayside for armed robbery suspects; DPS air and ground teams assisted. Few details have been released.

Deputies taped off a Spring-area garage after a man was found with a gunshot wound. Investigators are canvassing the neighborhood and seeking tips.

Light rain this morning will intensify into widespread showers and thunderstorms Tuesday. Expect pockets of heavy rain and possible street flooding.

Cornyn's campaign accused Ken Paxton of cutting a 'sweetheart' plea in the Adam Hoffman case, a new flashpoint as the May 26, 2026 GOP runoff approaches. The move has prompted outcry from Cornyn's team and questions about prosecutorial discretion.