1 dead, 1 detained in Grimes County shooting
A disturbance between two men escalated into a fatal shooting in Grimes County on Saturday afternoon, leaving one man dead and another in law enforcement custody, authorities said.
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Houston city council adopts more equitable park funding model
The new system will redistribute some park funds from well-to-do neighborhoods to less affluent areas.
WATCH: Selena Gomez, Gregg Sulkin, Jennifer Stone return in 'Wizards Beyond Waverly Place' finale
Step back into the magic. Selena Gomez, Gregg Sulkin and Jennifer Stone return for the finale season of "Wizards Beyond Waverly Place." Watch the trailer.
Pamela Colloff’s 'Catch the Devil' tells a harrowing story of crime and lies on the Gulf Coast
The book details the saga of a former Austin cop-turned-con-artist who landed a man on death row for a murder he says he didn’t commit.
Study shows a blood test can help identify healthy people at high risk for Alzheimer's disease
Already large clinical trials are testing if certain drugs could prevent or at least delay the disease - and if any of those pan out, doctors will need an easy way to tell who should try them.
ABC13 Weather Watch: Wednesday's heavy rain could lead to street flooding
Another round of showers and storms will roll through Southeast Texas Wednesday, beginning in the morning and lasting through the early afternoon. While no flash flooding is expected this time, minor ponding on roads and street flooding could be a concern.
FBI says there could be drugs in van involved in deadly ICE shooting, warrant states
The latest details come as authorities said they found "white crystal-like substance packaged in small plastic bags," according to documents.
Tesla driver manually overrode FSD, reached speeds of more than 70 mph in deadly crash: NTSB report
The agency's preliminary report confirmed the driver manually overrode FSD by pressing the accelerator all the way before crashing into a home, killing a woman inside.
Constable Ryan Gable holds Press Conference on Multi-Agency Operation for FIFA World Cup
Constable Ryan Gable held a press conference today, Wednesday, July 15, at the Montgomery County Precinct 3 Constable's Office located at 1520 Lake Front Circle, Suite 900, The Woodlands, Texas 77380. The press conference outlining the multi-agency operational strategy in...
Joe Biden publishing 'Promise Me, America' memoir after November midterm elections
Former President Joe Biden will publish a memoir, "Promise Me, America," which he says will touch upon everything from the economy to his decision to drop his bid for reelection.
Wildfires expose millions in the Midwest and Northeast US to dangerous smoke
Heavy smoke from several large wildfires blazing in Canada and Minnesota is expected to engulf large swaths of the Midwest and Northeast U.S. this week, exposing millions of people to dangerous air pollution.
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Collin County Dems accuse Ken Paxton of voter fraud in formal complaint
The complaint to the Texas Secretary of State comes after a Texas Tribune and ProPublica investigation that found Paxton may have been registered to vote at an address in which he no longer lived.
Houston officials request a Texas Rangers investigation into ICE shooting. Here’s what that means
Houston Police Chief Noe Diaz sent a letter, at Mayor John Whitmire’s request, to the Texas Department of Public Safety, requesting such an investigation. The fatal shooting has already prompted local and federal investigations.
Heavy rains keep drenching South Texas; tornado reported in San Antonio
The National Weather Service said a tornado touched down in the northwestern part of San Antonio near Interstate 10. Videos posted on social media showed what appeared to be a small twister.
Trump overturns temporary pause on ICE traffic stops, source says
President Trump has overturned the temporary pause on ICE traffic stops, according to a source familiar with the discussion, allowing the traffic stops to resume.
26 Meta employees sue, alleging AI-driven layoff picks hit workers on medical and parental leave
A group of 26 Meta employees has sued the company, claiming it used artificial intelligence systems to select people for layoffs, disproportionately targeting those on medical, parental or family leave.
1 killed, 3 missing after boat sinks in water near Alcatraz in San Francisco; rescue underway
At least one person was killed, and three others are missing, after more than a dozen people were rescued from the water as a boat sank in the San Francisco Bay Tuesday afternoon.
Houston man charged for alleged antisemitic death threats to Georgia company
A Houston man is facing serious federal charges after authorities say he targeted an Atlanta company with explicit, antisemitic death threats.
Camp Mystic moves flood lawsuit to federal court, citing bankruptcy
The move adds another layer of uncertainty to five lawsuits filed by families accusing Camp Mystic operators of failing to protect their children during last year's catastrophic flooding in the Texas Hill Country.
Camp Mystic moves flood lawsuit to federal court, citing bankruptcy
The move adds another layer of uncertainty to five lawsuits filed by families accusing Camp Mystic operators of failing to protect their children during last year’s catastrophic flooding in the Texas Hill Country.
Slavery panels replaced at President's House site in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania amid months-long battle with Trump admin.
Slavery panels were replaced at the President's House site in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania amid a months-long battle with the Trump admin.
29th annual Woodlands Landscaping Solutions set for September 26
The Woodlands Township is now accepting vendor applications and sponsorship inquiries for the 29th annual Woodlands Landscaping Solutions, a free community event celebrating sustainable landscaping, gardening and environmental stewardship. The event will take place on Saturday,...
ESPN honors Houston native for service and advocacy
"Talent is everywhere, but opportunity isn't." A Houston teen who launched a nonprofit supporting disadvantaged athletes is being honored by ESPN.
Think you’re covered? Experts say many are using sunscreen wrong
As summer heats up and UV rays surge, Houston Methodist dermatologists warn skin cancer, the nation’s most common cancer, according to the CDC, is still on the rise. “People often think they’re doing enough to protect their skin, but we see the consequences of missed spots,...
DHS: ICE officer on way home from work renders lifesaving care to driver involved in crash
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer on his way home from work is being hailed a hero after he helped rescue a seriously injured driver from a crash in Missouri.
Arcola Mayor Fred Burton arrested on several charges, including illegal voting, indictment says
Fred Burton was taken into custody overnight on five charges, which include illegal voting and tampering with government records.
8th Annual Fall Montgomery County Home & Outdoor Living Show returns to Conroe
Homeowners looking for inspiration, expert advice, and the latest products for their homes and outdoor spaces won't want to miss the 8th Annual Fall Montgomery County Home & Outdoor Living Show at the Lone Star Convention & Expo Center in Conroe. Admission and parking are FREE,...
Texas flooding: Over 25 rescues reported in Uvalde area as torrential rain continues
Parts of South Texas are still dealing with heavy rain and flooding Wednesday, with several counties in South and Central Texas under Flash Flood and Flood warnings.
San Antonio tornado causes damage on northwest side of city
A tornado hit part of San Antonio on Wednesday morning.
HCSO credits Flock cameras to bank robbery suspect's arrest
Authorities said the suspect was found wearing the same outfit and had the handwritten note and money from the bank.
National Hurricane Center flags area in Gulf to watch this weekend
The National Hurricane Center has flagged an area to watch in the Gulf of America this weekend.
Arcola Mayor Fred Burton arrested on 5 felony charges
Arcola Mayor Fred Anthony Burton has been arrested on several charges, officials confirm.
R. Kelly formally asks Trump to commute 30-year sentence for sexual misconduct convictions
Disgraced R&B star R. Kelly has formally asked President Donald Trump to commute his 30-year sentence for sexual misconduct convictions.
Houston Restaurant Weeks 2026 Menus are Now Live before the August 1 kick off
At a moment when many Houston restaurants are working harder than ever to keep their doors open, Houston Restaurant Weeks™, produced by The Cleverley Stone Foundation, is officially kicking off the 2026 dining season with the launch of the first round of menus. Beginning today,...
In reversal, Mayor Whitmire says ‘HPD is conducting an investigation’ into ICE shooting
Whitmire and the Houston Police Department repeatedly claimed last week the department lacked jurisdiction to investigate, which was disputed by local legal experts.
Frustration grows as thousands of Camp Lejeune water plaintiffs continue to wait for settlements
Judges handling the thousands of lawsuits from sick veterans and family members have ordered lawyers to hammer out a mass settlement plan by the end of October.
Pole dancing mishap leads to water damage in multiple apartment units
A Houston woman's pole dancing ended in disaster after the pole hit a fire sprinkler and flooded her and a neighbor's apartment.
A Muslim celebration was canceled because of a new Texas law. Organizers say they were targeted
Organizers and local leaders say other private religious events have been held at publicly owned venues without issue — and that the canceled event at Epic Waters in Grand Prairie was targeted by politicians.
Teens charged in murder of Illinois family
A 16-year-old boy and 15-year-old girl were charged in the killings of five members of an Illinois family in East St. Louis during the weekend, according to police.
Man fleeing immigration officers in Florida is struck and killed by tractor trailer, police say
A man running from an encounter with immigration and other federal agents in Florida was struck and killed by a tractor trailer on Tuesday, authorities said.