Galveston, Texas is experiencing a boom in its cruise industry, with increasing ship activity and economic growth. New terminals attract major cruise lines, and the port is becoming a significant player in the market, rivaling Florida's ports.

HPL celebrates Black History Month with events including workshops, cultural performances, and author talks focusing on Black Americans' contributions.

15-month-old Matheo Vasquez was found safe after a Houston AMBER Alert; his uncle, the suspect, is still at large.

ICE raids a Houston business, arresting at least two employees, part of broader immigration enforcement actions across Texas where nearly 2,000 arrests occurred. Local immigrant rights group FIEL Houston advises communities amid fear.

The Trump administration paused the Refugee Admissions Program and other legal immigration avenues, affecting Houston's refugee plans and stranding over 22,000 approved refugees.

A man was shot dead in Houston after recently moving from Louisiana; his identity and motive for the shooting are unclear, and police seek public assistance.

Houston residents are distressed by noisy, disruptive car meet-ups in their neighborhood, seeking intervention from city officials and the property owner.

An 11-year-old boy is in critical condition after being shot in a home invasion in northeast Houston. The suspects, a man and a woman, fired into the home and fled; no arrests have been made.

Houston expects cool weather and potential strong storms with flood risks. Forecasts indicate fog, showers, and increased storm chances midweek, with severe weather possible Thursday.

An infant died following a three-vehicle crash in Houston; initial reports cited loss of vehicle control and speed as factors. The investigation is ongoing.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has deployed over 400 state troops and air assets to the US-Mexico border to enhance border security with the Border Patrol.

An 18-wheeler crash caused extensive traffic on the Southwest Freeway in Houston, with unclear causes pending an investigation. Similar incidents occurred on I-69, but no injuries were reported.

Man arrested on outstanding warrants for theft and assault also charged with firearm possession after a traffic stop by Constable Mark Herman's deputies in Harris County.