A man was arrested Thursday in Freeport and charged with capital murder in the 2016 shooting death of James Bowman at 9400 Concourse Drive.

The Humble ISD Board approved a school marshal program allowing certain trained staff to carry guns on campus, prompting mixed reactions in the community.

Houston's Mayor John Whitmire and faith leaders unite to merge two separate MLK Day parades into one event for 2026, with METRO offering free rides to enhance accessibility.

Houston Police seek relatives for 57 unclaimed cremains found at Richardson Mortuary after Hurricane Beryl; 22 returned, 30-day claim period announced.

Dallas’ split over a high‑speed rail alignment pushed regional leaders to greenlight federal study steps without the city's buy‑in — a rift that could jeopardize funding.

Houston is set to enjoy sunny, warm weather with highs in the low 80s this weekend, though there may be some patchy morning fog and a chance of showers later in the week.

A Deer Park man, 66, was sentenced to 33 months in prison for operating an unlicensed financial scheme, which involved moving $2.3 million in funds, and purchasing a Cadillac. He will also face supervised release.

El Salvadorian national indicted for assaulting an ICE officer with a mug causing serious injuries; detained without bail, faces up to 20 years if convicted.

Franklin Joseph Perkins, ex-martial arts and gymnastics coach from Texas, was sentenced to 168 months for receiving and possessing child sexual abuse material.

Kevin Ramos-Posada was arrested for harboring two runaway juveniles and supplying them with alcohol in Harris County, as reported by Constable Mark Herman's deputies.

A man has been charged with murder after a fatal shooting on Russell Street, Houston. The suspect, Jose Amaya Martinez, was detained in Indiana and awaits court proceedings.

Construction projects in downtown Houston will disrupt traffic, with a long-term closure on Chartres Street and Polk Street closing for the George R. Brown Convention Center expansion. Detours are provided on TxDOT's website.

A resident in Harris County assaulted a USPS worker and a deputy, leading to charges and a $7,000 bond. The Constable's Office urges public awareness of local crime.