Texas Supreme Court halts Robert Roberson's execution in 'shaken baby syndrome' case
The Texas Supreme Court halted the controversial execution of Robert Roberson on Thursday night after an unorthodox move by Texas lawmakers.
Texas man invents 1.5K-mile adventure trail for hikers, bikers and horseback riders
For hikers and bikers, there’s a new adventure route in town that's set to rival the Pacific Crest, Appalachian and Continental Divide trails.
Dog thrown over fence at Atlantic County shelter adopted, living her best life
In July, surveillance video showed a man throwing the dog over a fence at the Humane Society of Atlantic County. But, now she has a loving family of her own.
Cards Against Humanity sues Elon Musk’s SpaceX over alleged trespassing in Texas
The makers of Cards Against Humanity allege SpaceX has essentially treated the game company’s property as its own for at least the past six months.
LIVE: La Porte pipeline fire near Spencer Highway causes road closures, evacuations, 4 total injuries reported
A pipeline fire near Spencer Highway and Summerton has caused major disruptions.
Brenna Swindell, daughter of former MLB pitcher, found in Oregon; ex-boyfriend arrested
Brenna Swindell, the daughter of former Longhorns and MLB pitcher Greg Swindell, was located in Oregon after she went missing on August 22.
Bearded creature washing up on Texas beach is that of 'worst nightmares'
Fireworms, also known as bristle worms, are small worms covered in tiny, needle-like spikes that are filled with venom.
Texas man hides fentanyl in child's toy, faces nearly a decade in prison
A Dallas man was sentenced to over eight years in federal prison for trafficking fentanyl, including stashing the drugs inside his child’s stuffed bear.
Texas man tried to kill 4-month-old daughter by feeding her gasoline, police allege
The mother says she was not home when her daughter’s father allegedly fed her gasoline, but she arrived home shortly afterward. “I asked him, ‘Why does it smell like gas in my house?’"
‘I don't want to die,' student tells 911 dispatcher from Uvalde school during mass shooting
911 calls, body camera footage and surveillance videos from May 24, 2022 were included in a massive collection released by Uvalde city officials after a prolonged legal fight.
Videos and 911 calls from Uvalde school massacre released by officials after legal fight
The release of the records came in response to a lawsuit by news organizations after Uvalde officials refused to publicly release documents related to the shooting at Robb Elementary School.
VP Kamala Harris to attend funeral service of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee in Houston
The "Celebration of Life" service for the late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee will be attended by Vice President Kamala Harris.
Downtown Dallas fire: First Baptist Dallas historic sanctuary partially destroyed
The historic First Baptist Church sanctuary built in the 1800's went up in flames Friday evening.
Democratic Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee from Houston dies at age 74
U.S. Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, who was known by many in Houston for her hard work and public service, passed away at the age of 74.
Trump assassination attempt: Sen. Cornyn calls for Secret Service director to resign
U.S. Sen John Cornyn posted on X, formerly Twitter, that the attempted assassination was a “total failure by the Secret Service to execute their core mission.”
Texas Congressman Ronny Jackson says nephew was injured during Trump rally shooting
Texas Congressman Ronny Jackson (R-Amarillo) says his nephew was at the Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania and was injured in the assassination attempt.
Harris County Deputy Fernando Esqueda shot, killed; suspect charged with capital murder
Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez says the person of interest wanted following the deadly shooting of a Harris County Sheriff's Office Deputy has been taken into custody.
Baby boomers flock to fastest-growing city known as the ‘cruise ship on land’
A new Wall Street Journal report stated that boomers are driving the local population boom as they move into an age-restricted community association.
Hurricane Beryl: 10 killed, more than 2 million without power
Beryl has now claimed at least 10 lives. One woman in the Houston area died after she couldn't use her oxygen machine when her power went out.
Hurricane Beryl aftermath: NRG stadium roof sustains damage
Hurricane Beryl's recent passage through Houston has left a significant mark on the city, with one of the notable casualties being the roof of the iconic NRG Stadium.