A Texas DPS trooper died in a fiery crash while responding to a call. The accident happened near the East Fork San Jacinto River bridge when the trooper's vehicle hit a tree and caught fire.

A sex offender named Paul Edwards Evans received a 10-year prison sentence for sex trafficking offenses and not meeting sex offender reporting requirements.

Houston residents have reported unsettling sightings of low-flying military helicopters due to Department of Defense and local agency joint exercises, which include search and rescue drills.

Judge Lina Hidalgo of Harris County confirmed she will not seek reelection in 2026, ending her term that included handling crises and budget debates. Multiple candidates are eyeing the position for the upcoming elections.

Houston continues to face mid-90s temperatures with minimal relief and overnight lows around 74-75 degrees. Rain chances may increase slightly into the weekend, and vigilance is advised during hurricane season.

Deputies arrested Jade Grigsby after she led them on a pursuit in a stolen vehicle while the owner clung to the bed of the truck, providing live updates to 911.

YouTube and Twitch star IShowSpeed received a permanent ban from Houston's Galleria Mall after his visit caused fan disturbances during his national tour.

Barnes & Noble is expanding in Texas, opening multiple stores in the Houston area and a new location in Prosper, signaling a strong physical book-selling industry.

Police pursued masked burglary suspects in Deer Park, Texas, catching one while residents witnessed a heavy, yet non-communicative law enforcement presence.

An elderly man using a walker was robbed of cash and pushed to the ground in a Houston convenience store parking lot; police seek information on the suspect.

A METRO bus collided with a sedan in north Harris County, causing delays and an unknown number of injuries. Traffic was disrupted as emergency crews responded.

Harris County authorities seek a male suspect for attempting to use counterfeit $100 bill in Cypresswood, urging public assistance for his identification.

Houston held a vigil for the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Mourners celebrated Kirk's faith and debating style, while reflecting on the impact of his assassination on political discourse.