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National Hurricane Center warns Tropical Depression Two could target Texas this week
Southeast Texas is facing a heightened threat of tropical weather later this week, as a developing system in the northeastern Gulf is projected to march toward the Texas coast.
Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office seeks help finding missing 5-year-old in Katy area
The Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office said there is no indication of foul play and is seeking help locating the missing 5-year-old to verify his well-being.
Amber Alert: 5-year-old reported missing in Katy
Edward Hall was last seen wearing black pants and a black shirt with Elmo on the front.
Tropical Depression Two forms in the Gulf, impacts to Texas are possible later this week
Hot and dry for now, Tropical Depression Two has formed in the Gulf and could bring impacts later this week.
17 US service members have died in the Iran war, reflecting a conflict fought largely in the air
The U.S. military reports three more service members have been killed in the conflict with Iran, bringing the total to 17.
US announces another troop death as Israel warns Iran's attacks are coming close
The U.S. military said a service member was killed in Iraq on Saturday during the "controlled detonation" of a downed Iranian drone, and it launched more airstrikes at Iran on Sunday in response to the killing of U.S. troops.
$11K reward for Florida murder suspect Isabelle Johnson as search widens
A multi-state manhunt is intensifying across Florida, Georgia and Alabama for 38-year-old Isabelle Rose Johnson, who is wanted for murder.
Hundreds protest ICE operations in Houston, demand justice for Lorenzo Salgado Araujo
Protesters gathered at Ervan Chew Park Sunday afternoon, calling for transparency and accountability for the killing of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, who was shot by Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agents. Ronaldo, Salgado Araujo’s son, said the family laid their father to rest...
FIFA World Cup Final 2026: Spain are champions; second time in nation's history
Argentina ultimately fell to Spain 1-0.
James Talarico challenges Ken Paxton to 3 televised Texas Senate debates
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico has challenged Republican incumbent Ken Paxton to three televised debates, accusing his opponent of avoiding public scrutiny for over a decade.
JD, Usha Vance welcome baby boy, first child born to sitting vice president in more than 150 years
Vice President JD Vance and his wife, second lady Usha Vance, on Sunday announced the birth of their fourth child, the first born to a sitting vice president in more than 150 years.
Tropical Depression 2 forms in the Gulf, Texas could be impacted
TD2 is expected to strengthen into a Tropical Storm within 24-48 hours, and could eventually impact Texas.
18-year-old killed, family member injured in shooting outside north Harris County cantina
Officials say a 19-year-old shot the victims and drove off, but another person followed him while giving details to 911.
19-year-old charged with murder after shooting that killed man, injured another, HCSO says
A 19-year-old man is being charged with murder after a shooting near Mexcal Cantina Pacifico in north Harris County, the sheriff's office said.
Northwest Houston fire kills 1 person trapped in home
A man was found dead inside a home near Beltway 8 and West Road. Two others escaped.
Second death reported in Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City
A second person has died in connection to the ongoing Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City.
5.5 magnitude earthquake hits Peru's Andes region and kills at least 6 people
A 5.5 magnitude earthquake shook the Andes region of Peru, killing at least six people, local authorities said on Sunday.
1 dead, 2 hospitalized after house fire in northwest Harris County, fire marshal's office says
According to the Cy-Fair Fire Department, emergency crews responded to the deadly fire in the Maple Leaf Gardens Subdivision, with the Harris County Fire Marshal's Office investigating the incident.
Popular scuba gear recalled over parts that could fail underwater
Federal regulators have recalled popular scuba gear that can crack and break, “posing a risk of serious injury or death from drowning.”
Man admits to killing girlfriend in NE Harris County shooting
The suspect reportedly told detectives that his girlfriend threatened to end their relationship before he shot her Saturday evening.
High-pressure system triggers soaring weekend temperatures and intense summer heat waves
As high pressure builds just off the Coast, temperatures soar into the middle to upper 90s for the weekend. Feels like temps will also climb above 100, nearing 108 for some.
Tulsi Gabbard's brother charged after allegedly trying to lure children to Waikīkī hotel room: police
The older brother of former Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has been charged after Honolulu police say he allegedly tried to lure several children to his Waikīkī hotel room.
Family holds balloon release for 31-year-old killed in Houston double shooting
Family and friends gathered at a Southeast Houston park Saturday night for a memorial balloon release honoring 31-year-old Kristopher Clark, who was shot to death alongside his girlfriend. The Houston Police Department is investigating the shooting as a double homicide committed...
Boxer Hannah Rapp struck by car while riding bicycle, dies at 26, Brazos County Sheriff's Office says
Hannah Rapp, who challenged for the WBC women's featherweight championship in June, died after being hit by a car while riding her bike in Brazos County, officials said.
Best Nordstrom Anniversary 2026 accessories deals for under $50
Don't miss these must-have accessories from jewelry to scarves, and more under $50 at Nordstrom
Frank's Grill restaurant in northwest Houston destroyed in fire, video shows
Video shows not much left of Frank's Grill, located in northwest Houston near 18th Street, after a fire overnight.
Rising professional boxer Hannah Rapp killed in Texas bicycle collision, driver charged with manslaughter
A rising professional boxer was killed Saturday morning in Central Texas after a motorist allegedly reversed his vehicle and struck her as she rode her bicycle, authorities said.
Man confesses to shooting, killing woman after she threatened to end their relationship, HCSO says
The Harris County Sheriff's Office said the suspect confessed to murdering the woman he was dating after she threatened to end their relationship. HCSO said the suspect's stepfather is the one who called 911.
Fire captain, wife and three children reportedly killed in flash flood
A Utah firefighter, his wife and three of their children were reportedly killed after a flash flood swept through southern Utah while the family was hiking and canyoneering.
20-year-old driver showed signs of intoxication after deadly crash on Southwest Freeway, HPD says
One person is dead, and another is injured after a fatal crash on the Southwest Freeway on Sunday morning, the Houston Police Department said.
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.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1605: The Rush to Height
Episode: 1605 The brief race to build very tall buildings: 1885 to 1931. Today, the brief day of the first skyscrapers.
US military launches new airstrikes to 'swiftly punish' Iran for deaths of US troops
The U.S. military launched new airstrikes against Iran to "swiftly punish" the country's Revolutionary Guard for an attack that killed two U.S. troops
Men sue hospital after DNA tests showed they were switched at birth 38 years ago
The families of two men discovered through DNA tests that they were switched at birth 38 years ago.
Texas police officer pulls driver from flaming vehicle during routine traffic stop
A Southlake police officer conducting a routine traffic stop on Highway 114 leaped into action to pull a trapped driver from a burning Nissan just moments before it was engulfed in flames.
Kerrville residents rebuild after deadly flooding batters Texas Hill Country
Days of heavy rain triggered dangerous flash flooding in the Texas Hill Country, resulting in two deaths and destroying multiple homes and businesses in the Kerrville area.
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."
Victim brain dead, another critically hurt after suspect attacked them with metal pipe, docs allege
Court records allege a man is in custody for attacking two homeless men in brutal assaults with a metal pipe that left one of them critically hurt and the other brain-dead.
US launches strikes to ‘swiftly punish’ Iran for deadly attacks
The U.S. military launched a new round of strikes on Iran on Saturday night, aiming to “swiftly punish” the nation’s Revolutionary Guard Corps for an attack on a Jordanian base that killed two American service members.
H-E-B launches 3-day disaster relief operation for Kerr County flood victims
The H-E-B Disaster Response Unit is deploying to the Hill Country Youth Event Center in Kerrville to provide free daily meals and cleanup supplies from Saturday through Monday for residents recovering from recent devastating floods.