Houston faces a stormy week with a 70% chance of rain today and flood watch in effect, while the Tropical Atlantic shows no signs of cyclone activity.

An infant has died in a suspected DUI crash involving two vehicles in Houston, with two individuals in custody. Police are probing the car seat's security.

A 24-year-old man in west Harris County assaulted his mother with a hammer, critically injuring her. After a friend convinced him, he called 911. He tried to conceal the crime but was arrested and charged with aggravated assault.

A Texas man was sentenced to 11 years prison for leading a scheme to control the transmigrante forwarding industry by using violence and intimidation. He must also pay a $2 million fine and will have supervised release.

A motorcyclist died after falling from a Houston freeway interchange onto Pierce Street below. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.

A Mexican national was sentenced to 21 months for his fifth illegal U.S. entry after previous deportations and felony convictions, including drug-related charges.

Jose Manuel Cruz-Diaz, previously removed from the U.S. four times, received a 57-month federal prison sentence for illegal reentry and faces removal post-imprisonment. His criminal history includes drug dealing and other felonies.

Texas AG Ken Paxton leads a coalition urging the DOJ and FBI to address rising antisemitic violence, following attacks on Israeli embassy staff and an arson linked to anti-Israel sentiment.

Constable Mark Herman's Office arrested Oscar Mendez for his fourth DUI after a traffic stop and sobriety tests indicated intoxication, underlining the issue of repeat drunk driving offenses.

A federal lawsuit details an alleged assault by nine Harris County Jail officers on inmate Anasia Smith in July 2023, sparking claims of rights violations and highlighting a history of abuse at the jail.

The Houston Police continue seeking info on the fatal shooting of Jahlill Zachary. Two males seen with him before his death are persons of interest, not suspects.

Annise Parker, former Houston mayor, announced her candidacy for Harris County Judge in the 2026 elections to challenge incumbent Lina Hidalgo for the Democratic nomination, criticizing state and federal policies.

Google offers buyouts to employees as part of cost-cutting, including staff from search, ads, research, and engineering, and asks some remote workers to return to hybrid work.