74-year-old woman, 2-year-old child die after drowning at Harris County pond
A 74-year-old woman died and a 2-year-old child was hospitalized after they were pulled from a neighborhood pond in northeast Harris County, authorities said.
Houston weather: Steamy Tuesday, heat and humidity throughout this week
Heat and humidity will be a common theme across Houston this week. On top of that, expect the chance of scattered storms beginning Tuesday through Saturday.
Standoff ends in southeast Houston after suspect was found dead inside apartment
A standoff in Houston has ended with a suspect found dead inside an apartment on Tuesday evening, authorities said.
Houston non-profit, Kids’ Meals, is seeking donations as summer break increases need for child hunger relief
As schools across the Greater Houston area dismiss for summer break this Friday, Kids' Meals, is ramping up efforts to ensure thousands of children continue receiving daily meals. The nonprofit…
Canadian man gets 33 years for online sextortion targeting American children
A Canadian man has been sentenced to 33 years in U.S. federal prison for a yearlong online sextortion scheme that targeted at least 145 American children.
Family, advocates gather for vigil honoring Persia Amara Conway, call for answers in death investigation
Family members, advocates and community leaders gathered in Houston to honor the life of Persia Amara Conway and call for answers as police continue investigating her death. Speakers at the…
Houston weather: Another stormy day on the way for Wednesday
More storms and rainfall will be possible for Wednesday across the Houston area.
Houston power outage tracker: Over 29,000 customers without power in Houston area following afternoon storms
Over 29,000 customers are currently without power following Tuesday afternoon's storms that rolled across the area.
Jane Nelson, Texas’ top election official, stepping down as Secretary of State
Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson said Tuesday she will leave the post next month.
Rio Grande compact between Texas, New Mexico, Colorado approved by Supreme Court
The U.S. Supreme Court has approved a compact between Texas, New Mexico and Colorado related to water rights of the Rio Grande.
Houston weather: Severe Thunderstorm Warnings in effect for several Houston-area counties
The National Weather Service has issued multiple severe thunderstorm warnings due to storms rolling across the area.