Texas Rangers execute search warrant to investigate former Brazoria County deputy in John Mendoza Jr.’s death
A search warrant affidavit is revealing new information in connection to the death of John Mendoza, Jr. in Lake Jackson last month.
Confirmed case of West Nile Virus reported in Montgomery County
The Montgomery County Public Health Department has confirmed its first case of West Nile Virus in a Montgomery County resident.
Johns Hopkins University lays off 110 workers after losing some federal funding
Johns Hopkins University laid off about 110 employees, citing significant cuts to federal research funding. Here's what to know.
Man, 18, accused of dragging Sugar Land police officer during traffic stop
An 18-year-old man has been charged after an incident that left a Sugar Land police officer with a broken arm and a broken leg, authorities say.
Texas leaders approve Bible stories as required reading in schools
The Texas Board of Education has approved controversial changes to required reading lists for Texas public school students. They now include Bible passages.
Texas lake ‘infested’ with invasive species, officials say
An invasive species of shellfish has “infested" a lake near Amarillo, according to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
73-year-old arrested for deadly Texas City shooting
Police were called for a welfare check and found a woman with a gunshot wound. Anyone with more information can contact detectives or Crime Stoppers.
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.
Nancy Guthrie: TMZ receives new email claiming to have video evidence of suspect
A person claiming to know the identity of Nancy Guthrie's abductors has contacted TMZ again. The message claims a secured phone holds videos, photos, names, and ages of the suspects.
Houston East Side street renamed following Cesar Chavez allegations
The street’s new namesake, Joe E Ramirez Boulevard, has deep, historic ties to the immediate neighborhood.
Waxing kit recall expanded due to overheating concerns
The recall for a popular waxing kit has been expanded due to possible fire and risks after some have reported overheating.