A man faced multiple charges after brandishing a rifle at Houston police, resulting in officers firing their weapons. He was arrested after a pursuit.

American Robert Prevost was elected as Pope Leo XIV by the College of Cardinals, becoming the first U.S. pontiff. He was seen in St. Peter's Square in traditional papal red.

Suspect Makesi George arrested in Harris County for a hit-and-run, with Constable Herman's office confirming and providing updates.

Jayson Direnzo was arrested for his second DWI after being found asleep at the wheel on Cypresswood Drive; his bond was set at $1,000 by Constable Mark Herman's Office.

Houston officials are examining Mayor Whitmire’s $7 billion budget proposal, which includes workforce reductions and departmental consolidations without raising taxes. Concerns arise over potential service gaps due to the cuts.

The FBI is offering a $3,000 reward for information leading to the capture of Miziah Brice Shepherd, a suspect in the 2020 Bar 5015 arson case in Houston.

Deputies arrested Daniel McKibben in Harris County for DWI after a crash; his BAC was 0.201. He refused sobriety tests and was booked with a $100 bond.

A man robbed a Houston store twice on New Year's Day and police seek tips, with Crime Stoppers offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to an arrest.

Houston police shot a suspect in southwest Houston after he reportedly fired on officers; the man survived with minor injuries due to his ballistic vest.

An off-duty San Jacinto Police officer shot two men in his backyard in East Harris County, killing one and injuring the other; the incident's circumstances are under investigation.

Houston Police are probing a fatal stabbing at 8205 Crestview Drive, where a 25-year-old male died from injuries. The victim was stabbed during an argument and the suspect is at large. Authorities seek public assistance.

Houston's weather forecast includes morning fog, a warm and dry Mother's Day, and a possible early summer heatwave with temperatures potentially reaching into the 90s.

Ex-NFL player Kevin Ware Jr. was sentenced to 30 years for murdering his girlfriend Taylor Pomaski. He pleaded guilty, concluding a case that started after her 2021 disappearance.