Abbott declares major disaster in 28 Texas counties as flood recovery begins
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott declared a major disaster Friday in 28 Texas counties that have been impacted by this week’s flooding in the Hill Country.
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87 Years Old, One Red Corvette, and a Conroe Car Show You'll Wish You'd Caught
Wayne Grover is 87. His Corvette is spotless. And on a warm afternoon at the Golden Corral on I-45, he and a lot full of gleaming classics reminded Montgomery County why a good local car show is one of the best free tickets around — and why you'll want to be there for the next one.
Law enforcement to ramp up speed limit enforcement during 'Operation Slowdown,' TxDOT says
Operation Slowdown began July 18, and TxDOT said law enforcement will increase their presence on Texas roads to "remind motorists what a safe speed looks like."
Iceberg lettuce recalled in 27 states due to potential cyclospora contamination
Check your fridge. Iceberg lettuce sold in 27 states has been recalled due to potential cyclospora contamination.
US military launches new airstrikes to punish Iran for deaths of US troops
The U.S. military says it has launched new airstrikes against Iran to "swiftly punish" the country's Revolutionary Guard for an attack in Jordan that killed two U.S. troops
Hot and hazy weekend continues, monitoring the tropics in the eastern gulf
Dry air and high pressure will give us a hazy, hot, and rain free weekend! Meanwhile, we're keeping an eye on the eastern gulf for potential tropical development through early next week.
Vintage WWII aircraft makes emergency landing on Georgia highway
A historic Vultee BT-13A emergency landing disrupted traffic in North Georgia after the World War II-era plane suffered mechanical issues
Trump approves Texas flood emergency declaration, authorizing FEMA relief
President Donald Trump approved a federal emergency declaration for 28 Texas counties on Saturday, authorizing FEMA to coordinate disaster relief and reimburse 75% of emergency response costs following severe regional flooding.
Volunteers honor legacy of slain father, husband: 'Loving like Lou'
The family of a man killed while searching for his stolen truck spent a morning doing the community service he liked to do, calling it "Loving like Lou."
Woman hospitalized after being shot multiple times inside La Marque home, police department says
La Marque police said multiple gunshots were fired outside the home, striking the woman who was inside at the time.
Taylor Farms recall: States where lettuce pulled over Cyclospora fears
Taylor Farms de Mexico’s statement detailing the recall on its products that contained iceberg lettuce from central Mexico linked to a Cyclospora outbreak lists what is included, as well as when and where those items were sold.
Person shot at SE Houston car wash, suspect still wanted
Police say a suspect ran off after shooting someone on Sabo and Fuqua on Friday.
Liberty Co. jail inmate escapes custody in Kingwood, multi-agency search underway, authorities say
Liberty County authorities said the 31-year-old inmate escaped custody on foot while being treated at an emergency room in Kingwood.
No arrest after assault report leads to north Houston SWAT scene
Police were initially called to Briaircliff Drive after a man was reportedly seen assaulting a woman.
Venezuela earthquakes death toll surpasses 5,000
The death toll from two powerful earthquakes that shook Venezuela last month rose to 5,069 late on Friday, local authorities said.
Liberty County prisoner escapes Kingwood hospital
Officials say Yorlan Reyes fled from a Kingwood emergency room early Saturday morning.
Minor shot during gathering near Houston's Discovery Green
Police say the minor was a bystander during a fight that broke up between a group of men Friday night.
Juvenile shot during large gathering near Discovery Green in Downtown Houston, police say
A juvenile was shot near Discovery Green, and police are still searching for a suspect, the Houston Police Department said.
Federal appeals court rules that New Jersey's assault weapons ban is unconstitutional
This is the first time a federal appeals court has struck down a state ban on such weapons, and it comes as the U.S. Supreme Court is set to consider whether bans on semiautomatic rifles violate the Second Amendment.
New menus for Houston Restaurant Weeks go live ahead of fall event
Houston Restaurant Weeks is a multi-week event from August through September that helps raise funds for the Houston Food Bank.
Monitoring potential for tropical development over the eastern Gulf
Tropical development is possible in the eastern Gulf, development odds are currently at 30%
Man charged after impersonating federal agent to park in restricted lot, Pct. 1 says
According to Precinct 1, 54-year-old Artis Davis repeatedly told a Pct. 1 sergeant he was a federal agent on his way to court and needed to park in the agency lot.
Back-to-back I-10 closures could slow Houston drivers this weekend
Drivers in Houston and Galveston County should prepare for several road closures this weekend affecting I-10 and I-45.
Unidentified woman found dead outside vacant trailer in Harris County
Sheriff's deputies are investigating the death of an unidentified woman who was found unresponsive outside an unoccupied trailer early Saturday morning.
House of Representatives passes bill that makes the shift to daylight saving time permanent
America already tried permanent daylight saving time, and it lasted less than a year. Could it work now?
High pressure brings extreme summer heat waves and tropical threats build in the Gulf
As high pressure builds just off the Coast, temperatures soar into the middle to upper 90s for the weekend.
Garlic powder recalled over bacterial contamination concerns
A popular garlic powder is being recalled due to potential microbial contamination, Canadian health officials announced this week.
United denies offering travelers free flight changes to avoid landing at Trump International Airport
An internal memo says United Airlines will offer free flight changes for customers who object to the renamed Donald Trump International Airport. United says the message was "poorly worded and not accurate."
National Ice Cream Day 2026 deals and freebies
From Dairy Queen to Cold Stone, National Ice Cream Day 2026 is serving up some sweet deals.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1604: Hydrogen
Episode: 1604 In which hydrogen balloons bind science to technology. Today, hydrogen — in 1783.
Alvin ISD investigates former employees over alleged handling of special education students
Alvin ISD says three former employees at Nolan Ryan Junior High are no longer with the district after allegations they inappropriately physically handled students in a self-contained special education classroom.
Where is Kalie Goodwin? Man suspected of Baytown woman's murder indicted on kidnapping: Officials
Quan Flowers, 41, is said to be involved in the suspected murder and disappearance of then 24-year-old Kalie Goodwin.
Woman sentenced to 3 years after posing as Camp Mystic victim's father, asking for donations, Pct. 1 says
Court documents state that Maitlin Page White, 28, was charged with two felony counts of online impersonation in Harris County.
Texas flooding: Family mourns loss of man swept away in Kerrville floods
Two people are dead from this week's devastating floods. Now, we're hearing from the family.
Costco adds hot fan favorite to food court menu as shoppers debate taste and value
Costco shoppers have a new reason to linger after loading their carts with bulk paper towels and oversized snack packs: The retailer has added chicken strips to its famously affordable food court menu.
Texas launches Operation Slowdown with increased speed patrols starting July 18
Texas law enforcement agencies are launching the annual "Operation Slowdown" campaign from July 18 through August 2, increasing patrols and speed enforcement to reduce the state's leading cause of traffic fatalities.
Convicted Harris County double killer arrested in New York after skipping prison sentence for nearly 3 years
A man who admitted to killing two teenagers in northwest Harris County was arrested in Brooklyn after spending nearly three years on the run, following a judge's decision to let him remain free over a weekend before he was supposed to begin serving a 50-year prison sentence.
Brenda Fricker, the first Irish actress to win an Oscar for 'My Left Foot,' dies at 81
Brenda Fricker, who won an Academy Award for her role as Bridget Fagan Brown in the 1989 film "My Left Foot,'' has died. She was 81.
1 hurt after shooting at car wash in southeast Houston, shots fired toward deputy, HPD says
A Precinct 2 deputy was shot at, and a person was injured after a shooting at a southeast Houston car wash, according to HPD.
I-10 at Garth Road expected to close over weekend due to work on power lines, CenterPoint says
I-10 at Garth Road is expected to close over the weekend due to work on power lines, according to CenterPoint.
Minnesota prosecutor talks strategy after deadly Houston ICE shooting
After a man was killed by ICE agents in Houston, the Harris County District Attorney's office is conducting its own investigation and turning to leaders in Minneapolis for guidance.