Harris County constables demand pay equity following HPD's 38% pay raise, highlighting disparities and the potential exodus of deputies to higher-paying departments.

A Houston home health agency owner was convicted for leading a Medicare fraud and identity theft scheme, falsifying documents, and bribing a doctor to approve undocumented services.

A Tennessee man was sentenced to 18 months for smuggling 22 undocumented immigrants in a trailer, facing conditions with no escape means, after a guilty plea.

An Amber Alert has been issued for 15-year-old Sharolen Roque, last seen in north Harris County with Mauricio Ramos, a 20-year-old man. They may be in a black Mazda.

A man died and another was hospitalized after a concrete mixer ignored a stop sign and hit a Toyota Corolla in Houston. Police are investigating the incident.

Robbery suspect Earnest Duke Harrison died after being shot by Houston Police Officer L. Jumonji who feared for her safety. Investigations are ongoing.

Houston anticipates a brief cooling with a 20% chance of rain and thunderstorms plus patchy fog clearing by morning. Highs near 95°F and heat index at 102 are expected.

A three-vehicle crash near Pearland Airport in Brazoria County caused at least one person to be airlifted to the hospital, with an ongoing investigation.

The Houston City Council approved a new contract for the HPD, increasing officers' salaries and adding 500 positions despite the city's looming fiscal challenges.

Cody Johnson to close RodeoHouston 2026 with a full-length concert, hinting at continued success following the 2025 event's record attendance. Tickets go on sale August 21.

George Coulam, founder of the Texas Renaissance Festival, was found dead at home by a housekeeper; the cause of death is uncertain. His death follows a legal battle over the festival's sale.

A female pedestrian died following a crash involving a Nissan Titan at 200 East Crosstimbers, Houston; the driver cooperated with police, showing no intoxication signs.

A suspected intruder was fatally shot during a home altercation in Houston; a grand jury will review the case. A second suspect was arrested for burglary and evading arrest. The deceased had a past relationship with a resident, hinting at a motive.