A 2-year-old brought an unloaded gun to a Sugar Land daycare, leading to the mother being charged for making a firearm accessible to a minor. No one was harmed, and the daycare resumed its normal activities after police intervention.

After 12 years in Chinese detention, Houston native Mark Swidan says rebuilding his life back home has been harder than surviving prison.

Harris County Sheriff's Office seeks info on a deadly hit-and-run. A dark Dodge struck Jose Escobar-Ferix on Nov 22. The driver fled, and the victim died. Call 713-221-6000 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS with tips.

Em Café quietly opened Dec. 12 on Spencer Highway in Deer Park, serving Vietnamese phin coffee, matcha and boba. A grand-opening date hasn't been announced.

An 11-year-old was struck by a vehicle Tuesday in Spring near Cypresswood Heights; emergency crews treated the child and investigators are on scene.

Harris County deputies are searching for Jose Aaron Henriquez, 44, wanted on murder and DWI-with-child warrants. Officials say he may be armed and ask anyone with tips to contact detectives or Crime Stoppers.

A woman died after being pinned between two vehicles on the 3500 block of Corder Street in South Houston. Police say a chase and a potentially intoxicated driver are under investigation.

A draft ICE solicitation envisions converting warehouses into massive detention hubs that could hold more than 80,000 people, with proposed sites including a facility near Dallas. The plan has already drawn tribal outrage and local concern over staffing, zoning and humane care.

Houston firefighters battled a large warehouse fire fueled by tires, with no reported injuries and the fire contained by 5 a.m.; arson investigation underway.

Houston's Christmas Eve forecast predicts a warm and foggy day with a high of 78 degrees, persisting warm conditions through the week, and a potential cool shift around New Year's.

Home Slice Pizza became the first pizzeria inducted into the Austin American-Statesman’s Restaurant Hall of Fame, capping 20 years on South Congress. The honor recognizes neighborhood roots and steady growth.

An 11-year-old child was hit by a vehicle in Spring; emergency services responded and an investigation is ongoing. Details on the child's condition are not yet disclosed.

Houston stores close for Christmas, with a few like 99 Ranch Market and CVS open. Banks, post offices, and stock markets will be closed. Some chain restaurants like Starbucks and IHOP will be open.