Six theft suspects fled police in Houston, leaving a baby in their vehicle; four were caught while two escaped. The incident linked to a store heist, occurred in The Heights. Authorities and CPS are caring for the infant.

A large fire broke out at a Houston community building housing a church, an Alcoholics Anonymous group, and an apartment, with firefighters battling the blaze and laying out hoses due to low water supply.

Two men died from gunshot wounds in a west Houston shooting, with HPD investigating the incident as a result of an argument. No suspects or victim identities have been released yet.

A 5-year-old girl was killed and her mother injured in a wrong-way crash in Northeast Harris County involving suspected alcohol use by the other driver.

Ken Paxton is set to speak at Texas State University for a Turning Point USA event, emphasizing the role of young conservatives in shaping the future.

Houston experienced a weather swing from near-record heat to two cold fronts, with a forecast of temperatures ranging from the 30s to the 80s within days.

Court documents say a North Houston man dug a pit behind his home and filled it with appliances, wire insulation and other debris on CenterPoint land. CenterPoint crews estimate cleanup will cost about $10,000.

A person was found shot inside a car Friday near Kempwood and Blalock in Spring Branch. Homicide detectives processed the scene and police asked the public for tips.

Five suspects, including two adults and three juveniles, are charged with capital murder for a fatal shooting in Houston, resulting in one teenager dead and another wounded.

A body, believed to be of a missing jet skier, has been found in Harris County following a two-day search after he fell into the water and struggled without a life vest.

Gabriel Menefee is charged with the murder of Jaylon Ward in a Houston hotel, with an additional suspect, Kaleb Bates, charged with auto theft related to the incident.

Galveston prosecutors dropped the aggravated kidnapping case against Uber driver Sameh Chami after video raised questions. Civil and federal reviews are ongoing.

A new Texas A&M report finds congestion hit record highs in 2024. In Houston the result is unpredictable, all‑day gridlock on major freeways.