Carl Sampson Solomon, 43, of Port Arthur, was sentenced to 46 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to a firearms violation. His arrest followed a traffic stop where officers found a gun and marijuana.

A Houston man confessed to defrauding hopeful immigrants by falsely promising them legal status and citizenship for large fees, extracting over $1.45 million.

A second suspect, Javeon Washington, is charged with capital murder in a Houston shooting, joining Tyrell Robinson, who faces a murder charge. Both are linked to Jermon Williams' death.

Houston's weather pattern includes daily afternoon showers and thunderstorms with a 40% chance of rain and a high near 92 degrees. The evening may see partly cloudy skies and a comfortable 77 degrees. Storm chances continue through the weekend.

Devastating floods at Camp Mystic in Texas led to the tragic deaths of two Houston girls, Mary Kate Jacobe and Greta Katherine Toranzo, deeply affecting their families and communities.

A man died after a confrontation involving a Taser with detention officers following his release from Harris County Jail; an investigation by the Texas Rangers and an internal review are ongoing.

NASA aids Texas flood recovery using aircraft and sensor technology to gather data, despite cloud cover limiting satellite use, enhancing emergency response efforts.

A man from Rio Grande City was sentenced to two years in prison for his part in a human smuggling operation, using his girlfriend and her daughter as a ruse.

Deputies arrested Kenden Jones for fleeing a crash site in Harris County; his low bond of $100 for the hit-and-run incident has sparked community concern.

An 89-year-old man died following a car crash on Katy Freeway last month; HPD is investigating the incident involving a tire blowout and vehicle rollover.

A man died in Houston after his Ford Escape crashed into a retention pond on Flower Garden Lane; Houston police are investigating the solo-vehicle incident.

Chief Peter Davis of the Galveston Island Beach Patrol was terminated following investigations into the Park Board's operations and allegations of resource misuse. Interim Chief Austin Kirwin takes over as policy and procedure reviews are underway.

Harris County Deputies arrested Joseph Caccamo for attempted burglary and criminal mischief; he caused damage but didn't enter the home. His bond was set at $100. The constable's office promotes their "C4 NOW" app for public safety updates.