Texas driver dies after vehicle is swept away by fast-moving floodwaters
A woman died Monday after her vehicle was swept into a creek by high, fast-moving waters and carried several miles downstream, authorities said.
Trump signs order affecting job protections for 8,000 federal employees
As part of a broader overhaul to the federal workforce, on Wednesday, President Trump signed an executive order to make it easier to terminate thousands of government workers.
Melinda French Gates pledges $215M to advance women’s health worldwide
Melinda French Gates will expand her giving to improve women’s health globally, pledging another $215 million.
2 fans banned from NBA arenas for life after incident during Game 1 of Finals: report
Two people have been banned from NBA arenas for life after an incident that happened during Game 1 of the Finals on Tuesday night, according to a report.
The Woodlands teen killed in apparent accidental shooting: MCSO
A 16-year-old boy was killed at a home in The Woodlands in what appears to be an accidental shooting, authorities say.
Ohio State approves $100M settlement for former student athletes abused by doctor
Ohio State University agreed to pay approximately $100 million to settle sexual abuse claims from hundreds of former student athletes.
USDA confirms first US case of flesh-eating screwworm in Texas calf, triggering quarantines
Federal agricultural officials on Wednesday confirmed the first U.S. case of the destructive New World screwworm in a Texas calf, triggering emergency quarantine measures and sparking a sharp political clash…
Iran latest: Trump hints at critical weekend in Iran negotiations
A handful of Republicans joined Democratic lawmakers to pass a War Powers Resolution in the House that would force President Donald Trump to withdraw U.S. forces from the conflict with…
Acres Homes shooting: 3 injured in drive-by outside convenience store
Three people were injured after a drive-by shooting in the Acres Home area, according to Houston police.
Texas rides Teagan Kavan, Katie Stewart to 7-3 win over Texas Tech to open WCWS title series
Teagan Kavan pitched a complete-game three-hitter, Katie Stewart hit her fourth home run in as many games, and Texas opened the Women’s College World Series championship round with a 7-3…
Watch: Trooper performing traffic stop runs for cover after impaired driver rams into patrol car
A Kansas Highway Patrol trooper had a close call after an impaired driver rammed into the back of his cruiser.