Massachusetts House passes bill protecting libraries from book bans
Lawmakers in Massachusetts are hoping to put into law a bill to give librarians more authority to protect against book bans in schools and libraries.
David Clayton-Thomas, lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears, dies
David Clayton-Thomas, the lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears who was known for hits including “Spinning Wheel" and “And When I Die," has died at 84.
TSA finds hidden smoke grenades at Indianapolis airport
TSA officers at Indianapolis International Airport recently intercepted two live smoke grenades hidden inside a traveler's checked luggage.
Clear Lake Shores man convicted after child pornography found on laptops
A federal jury convicted Michael Harkless after a two-day trial in Galveston after child pornography images were found on devices in his closet.
Alex Murdaugh cites unknown male DNA in bid for new testing
Alex Murdaugh's defense team filed a series of motions seeking independent DNA testing, a change of venue and expanded access to case materials as the convicted South Carolina attorney continues…
Neymar makes World Cup debut for Brazil in first appearance since 2023
Neymar has finally played in this World Cup for Brazil, back in time for the knockout rounds.
Former Spring pastor convicted for continuous trafficking of a child
The former pastor of Deep Water Ministries in Spring, Texas, has been sentenced to 35 years in prison after being found guilty of continuous trafficking of a child.
Heat dome to bring parts of Texas first 100-degree day of the year
A heat dome that is building across the southern U.S. this weekend will push temperatures into the triple digits for much of Texas.
Woman arrested for allegedly stealing from Houston cemetery mausoleum
A woman was arrested for allegedly stealing keepsakes and valuables from a Houston cemetery mausoleum with her toddler in tow.
Elon Musk loses trillionaire status after tech sell-off erases billions from fortune
Elon Musk is no longer worth more than $1 trillion, less than two weeks after becoming the first person to reach the milestone.
Marcus Stuckett appointed new Harris County Flood Control Director
The Harris County Commissioner's Court has appointed a new executive director of the Harris County Flood Control District.