Texas City refinery fire prompts shelter-in-place
The fire is said to be at the Marathon Refinery. A shelter-in-place is in effect from 14th Street to 34th Street.
Newsom warns Californians to avoid Chevron over high gas prices
California Gov. Gavin Newsom urged drivers to avoid Chevron gas stations over Memorial Day weekend because of higher fuel prices.
Montrose home invasion suspect met resident on dating app
A man is in custody after allegedly forcing his way into a Montrose home on West Alabama Street after meeting a resident on a dating app, police report.
Imperial Valley Drive shooting: Man killed at north Harris County apartment
A man was shot multiple times and killed at an apartment complex in north Harris County, officials said.
Mother demands answers after 14-year-old shocked by light pole at Houston park
A mother is demanding answers after her 14-year-old son was shocked by an energized light pole while playing at F.M. Law Park in southeast Houston Tuesday evening. Authorities say the…
Hershey’s chocolate products will shift back to classic recipes amid lower cocoa prices
Hershey’s move toward classic recipes follows lower cocoa prices and complaints from consumers.
Far-west Texas state park grows by 1,000 acres to protect bighorn sheep habitat
The furthest west state park in Texas is growing by more than 1,000 acres after a new land acquisition by the state parks and wildlife department.
Texas tribe to open new casino on southern reservation
A new casino is opening this summer on a reservation in South Texas.
Fort Bend County increasing patrols at mosques following San Diego shooting, Houston incident
In the wake of Monday’s deadly mosque shooting in San Diego and a recent incident in Houston, leaders and civil rights advocates gathered Thursday in Fort Bend County to condemn…
Houston weather: Flood watch remains for several counties through the weekend, more rounds of rain possible
Additional rounds of scattered to widespread showers and thunderstorms are coming the next few days as deep Gulf moisture remains in place. Some storms could produce heavy rain and gusty…
Houston jewelry store owner, manager accused of selling counterfeit products
The owner and manager of Houston Jewelry Buyers were arrested and charged with trademark counterfeiting.