Texas expands screwworm inspector training to quicken response
The state of Texas has released an online course designed to train more animal health, livestock and agriculture professionals in identifying infestations of the New…
Indiana man allegedly pulls gun on teens after they called him ‘cute,’ police say
An Indiana man is facing several charges after he allegedly pointed a gun at teenagers because they called him "cute."
Iran latest: Trump says US-Iran peace deal could be signed this weekend
After calling off new military strikes on Iran on Thursday, President Donald Trump told reporters a peace deal could be signed by both countries as soon as this weekend.
Pasadena police release video of officer shooting inside department parking garage
Pasadena police released video showing an officer accidentally shooting another officer in the department’s parking garage during what the chief described as horseplay involving loaded guns.
Body reported in empty field near Denmark Street, HPD says
Houston police are investigating reports of a body found in northeast Houston on Thursday morning.
FIFA World Cup: Texas DPS sends explosive detection K-9 teams to Houston
Texas DPS is sending six explosives detective K-9 teams to Houston, to help secure FIFA World Cup events this month.
Houston activates FIFA World Cup emergency hub, launches public safety alert system
As Houston gets ready to take the global stage, city officials are locking down their safety and communication plans. The city has set up two distinct text message tracks depending…
Houston shooting: Suspect points gun at man and child, officers on Westheimer; suspect now in local hospital
The Houston Police Department is on the scene following an officer-involved shooting on Thursday evening, officials said.
Houston dog rescue seeks help after screwworm restrictions halt out-of-state adoptions
A Houston-area nonprofit dog rescue is urgently seeking adopters, foster families and donations after new restrictions tied to Texas screwworm concerns abruptly halted plans to transport 16 rescued dogs to…
Texas man declared dead by Social Security forced to prove he was alive after benefits stopped
A Texas man says he spent weeks trying to convince the Social Security Administration that he was still alive after receiving a condolence letter informing him of his own death.
Family continues calls for justice after deputy fired in John Mendoza Jr. shooting
Friends and family of John Mendoza Jr. are continuing their calls for justice after former Brazoria County Deputy Kevin Tippit was fired for violating department policy involving the handling and…