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.

The 'No Kings' movement plans protests in Houston against Trump's perceived authoritarianism on June 14, coinciding with Flag Day, the Army's anniversary, and Trump's birthday.

A 12-year-old boy was killed in a hit-and-run while biking in Harris County. After falling, a black sedan hit him and fled; a suspect vehicle is sought.

A car theft and armed robbery in Houston led to a high-speed police chase where the suspect shot at officers. No injuries were reported; the suspect was apprehended and seemed intoxicated.

Houston police investigate a fatal shooting on Meadowglen Lane; the victim, 26, died from a gunshot wound. The incident involved an assault and a fleeing black Chevy truck. No suspects or motives yet.

Authorities in Tomball, Harris County, are searching for a missing 10-year-old girl with long brown hair last seen in pink shorts and a Disney-themed T-shirt.

An 18-year-old was fatally shot on Curry Road, Houston. Police are investigating, urging witnesses to contact them or Crime Stoppers. The victim's identity is pending while the family is notified.

Operation Soteria Shield, led by the FBI Dallas and North Texas Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, concluded with 109 children rescued and 244 arrests for child sexual abuse crimes.

Houston's Mayor announces the merger of two MLK Day parades into a single Unity Parade for January 2026, ending 32 years of separate events and emphasizing unity and safety.

A man died in a single-vehicle crash on the 10900 block of East Freeway in Houston. Authorities say the SUV struck a wall, rolled over, and the driver was ejected. The investigation is ongoing.

Houston is set to face intensified showers and thunderstorms Wednesday, with a 60% chance of rain and potential localized flooding, as per the National Weather Service and CW39 alert.

The TEA released STAAR EOC results for Texas students, showing mixed statewide outcomes with improvements in Algebra I and Biology but declines in English and History — while HISD recorded gains across all five tested subjects.