At least one tourist dead after massive fire nearly destroys Caribbean resort, 1,690 evacuated
At least one Italian tourist is dead with several more injured after a massive fire in the Dominican Republic resort town Bayahibe on Friday.
Tren de Aragua gang leader extradited to Texas on federal terrorism, drug charges
A high-ranking leader of the Tren de Aragua gang has been extradited to Texas to face federal terrorism and drug trafficking charges as the U.S. intensifies its crackdown on the…
Deer Park woman charged in one of the most horrific cases of animal cruelty anyone can imagine
A 31-year-old Deer Park woman is facing a felony animal cruelty charge after prosecutors say she strangled, drowned and partially consumed her family’s 8-year-old miniature poodle, according to court documents…
Parents, students speak out against Houston ISD’s proposed special education plan
Dozens of parents, students, and community members spoke out against Houston ISD’s proposed special education plan during a packed school board meeting at district headquarters Tuesday night.
Edward Busby’s Texas execution to proceed Thursday after SCOTUS lifts stay
A Texas man convicted of murder is expected to be executed Thursday night after the Supreme Court of the United States reversed a decision preventing his death.
Suburban Houston resident admits to killing bald eagle
A Houston-area man admitted to killing a bald eagle, according to a statement from Acting U.S. Attorney John G.E. Marck.
These Texas cities were the fastest growing in the US
Smaller cities around Texas metro areas were the fastest growing cities in the United States last year, according to data released by the U.S. Census Bureau Thursday.
Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
Former Katy ISD teacher accused of online solicitation of a minor
A former Katy ISD teacher is accused of online solicitation of a minor, according to court documents.
North Texas county among first to attempt moratorium on data centers
A county near the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex is among the first to instate a pause on the construction of data centers.
A positive attitude may help you live longer, new study finds
Growing research suggests that optimism may protect the heart. Here’s what to know.