Encampment cleared in Spring, but property owners fear it will return
Read full article: Encampment cleared in Spring, but property owners fear it will returnA homeless encampment that had been growing for months behind a shopping center on Louetta Road was cleared Tuesday, but property managers and business owners say the move offers only temporary relief.
911 calls from Hill Country floods to be released today, Kerrville PD announces
Read full article: 911 calls from Hill Country floods to be released today, Kerrville PD announcesThe Kerrville Police Department announced Thursday that it will release the 911 calls from the deadly Hill Country flood that occurred on July 4, 2025.
Supreme Court lets Texas keep new congressional map while legal battle continues
Read full article: Supreme Court lets Texas keep new congressional map while legal battle continuesThe ruling is a major win for the Trump administration and Texas Republicans, who engineered the map to give the GOP control of 30 of the state’s 38 congressional districts.
Supreme Court allows Texas to use a congressional map favorable to Republicans in 2026
Read full article: Supreme Court allows Texas to use a congressional map favorable to Republicans in 2026The Supreme Court is allowing the challenged Texas congressional redistricting plan to be used in next year’s election, despite a lower-court ruling that the map likely discriminates on the basis of race.
TIMELINE: Officials detail hours before Texas A&M student’s fatal fall from Austin high-rise apartment
Read full article: TIMELINE: Officials detail hours before Texas A&M student’s fatal fall from Austin high-rise apartmentAuthorities in Austin have revealed new information about the case of Brianna Aguilera, a Texas A&M University student who died on Nov. 29 in Austin, just hours after attending a tailgate for the A&M-Texas rivalry football game.
League City father’s work truck stolen, police warn of theft spree
Read full article: League City father’s work truck stolen, police warn of theft spreeA League City family says a father is unable to work after thieves stole his GMC Denali and all his tools during an overnight spree targeting GMC and Chevy trucks.
Woman stabbed, man allegedly sets himself on fire after fight between couple at Harris County mobile home park
Read full article: Woman stabbed, man allegedly sets himself on fire after fight between couple at Harris County mobile home parkA fight between a married couple at a northeast Harris County mobile home park sent both a man and woman to the hospital Wednesday.
Cypress man arrested after viral dashcam video allegedly shows him damaging truck after being angered by park job
Read full article: Cypress man arrested after viral dashcam video allegedly shows him damaging truck after being angered by park jobIf you’ve ever considered buying a dashcam for your car, maybe this is your sign!
‘Suspicious’: Houston attorney Tony Buzbee representing parents of A&M student who died from Austin apartment fall
Read full article: ‘Suspicious’: Houston attorney Tony Buzbee representing parents of A&M student who died from Austin apartment fallThe parents of a 19-year-old Texas A&M student who was found dead at an Austin apartment complex last weekend have hired prominent Houston attorney Tony Buzbee and are urging anyone with information about her final hours to come forward.
Practically Married: Houston sisters bring a heartfelt holiday film to life
Read full article: Practically Married: Houston sisters bring a heartfelt holiday film to lifeTwo sisters challenge the modern dating scene in this charming Houston-made film, featuring real family, Texas talent, and plenty of laughs.
TribCast: Did Texas quietly help with its child care crisis?
Read full article: TribCast: Did Texas quietly help with its child care crisis?In this week's episode, Matthew and Eleanor speak with K-12 education reporter Jaden Edison and early learning advocate David Feigen about the shortage of affordable child care in Texas.
Galveston County municipal court judge charged with sexually assaulting two children
Read full article: Galveston County municipal court judge charged with sexually assaulting two childrenA municipal court judge for the cities of Hitchcock, Santa Fe, and Bayou Vista was arrested following allegations he sexually assaulted two children over a several year period starting in the early 2000s.
Houston woman credits Lone Star Legal Aid with preventing eviction as nonprofit faces major federal funding cuts
Read full article: Houston woman credits Lone Star Legal Aid with preventing eviction as nonprofit faces major federal funding cutsA Houston woman who says she was wrongfully evicted during the pandemic is speaking out about how Lone Star Legal Aid helped her win her case — as the nonprofit now faces the possibility of losing nearly half of its federal funding.
Suspected shoplifter in Pearland crashes vehicle with her 3 children inside while attempting to flee deputies
Read full article: Suspected shoplifter in Pearland crashes vehicle with her 3 children inside while attempting to flee deputiesA Brazoria County mother is facing several felony charges after deputies say she fled a shoplifting stop with her three children in the car, injuring a deputy and leading officers on a chase that ended in a crash Saturday night.
Federal prosecutors say Afghan national made bomb threat on TikTok video in Texas
Read full article: Federal prosecutors say Afghan national made bomb threat on TikTok video in TexasAuthorities have charged a Texas man with making threats online after they say a video showing him threatening to build a bomb and conduct a suicide attack was posted to TikTok and other social media sites.
Federal prosecutors say Afghan national made bomb threat on TikTok video in Texas
Read full article: Federal prosecutors say Afghan national made bomb threat on TikTok video in TexasAuthorities have charged a Texas man with making threats online after they say a video showing him threatening to build a bomb and conduct a suicide attack was posted to TikTok and other social media sites.
In Houston, young mothers face some of the highest barriers for college and work in the U.S.
Read full article: In Houston, young mothers face some of the highest barriers for college and work in the U.S.At 13.3%, Houston has the worst rate of young adults who are neither working nor in in school of the largest metro areas in the country.
How Texas’ law banning DEI, LGBTQ+ topics in K-12 schools could fare in court
Read full article: How Texas’ law banning DEI, LGBTQ+ topics in K-12 schools could fare in courtCases challenging Florida and federal policies provide a glimpse into the possible outcome for the Texas case. It is scheduled for a court hearing in Houston on Dec. 10.
High-tech thieves use Wi-Fi jammer to disrupt Bellaire home security cameras during burglary
Read full article: High-tech thieves use Wi-Fi jammer to disrupt Bellaire home security cameras during burglaryThree suspects approached a security camera holding up a backpack, which Bellaire Police Department told KPRC 2 News likely contained a Wi-Fi jammer device.
FBISD holds special called meeting tied to potential rezoning of district
Read full article: FBISD holds special called meeting tied to potential rezoning of districtOn Monday evening, the Fort Bend Independent School District Board, the district’s superintendent and other members of the executive leadership team met in a “Special Called Meeting” tied to the potential rezoning of the district.
Retired K-9 officer, first bloodhound in Harris County law enforcement service, dies
Read full article: Retired K-9 officer, first bloodhound in Harris County law enforcement service, diesA retired K-9 officer, which was the first bloodhound in law enforcement service in Harris County, has died.
Hobby-area inn residents challenge move-out order amid shifting landlord explanations
Read full article: Hobby-area inn residents challenge move-out order amid shifting landlord explanationsLong-term residents at the Executive Inn and Suites on Airport Boulevard in Houston say they were told to leave with little to no notice, raising concerns about whether the landlord followed Texas eviction laws.
Residents picking up the pieces one week after pair of tornadoes ripped through NW Harris County
Read full article: Residents picking up the pieces one week after pair of tornadoes ripped through NW Harris CountyTwo tornadoes ripped through northwest Harris County just seven days ago. As families try to prepare for the holidays, the devastation remains painfully real and raw.
Texas investigating global retailer Shein over labor, safety concerns
Read full article: Texas investigating global retailer Shein over labor, safety concernsTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton has opened an investigation into global fast-fashion giant Shein, examining whether the company violated state laws involving labor practices, product safety and consumer privacy.
Texas A&M student dies hours after attending tailgate for football game; mother questions investigation
Read full article: Texas A&M student dies hours after attending tailgate for football game; mother questions investigationA Texas A&M University student died just hours after attending a tailgate for the school’s rivalry game against Texas in Austin on Friday night.
Babson College offers support to student deported trying to fly home for Thanksgiving surprise
Read full article: Babson College offers support to student deported trying to fly home for Thanksgiving surpriseBabson College has instructed faculty and staff to support a student deported to Honduras.
Two Rice University students robbed at gunpoint, suspects still at large
Read full article: Two Rice University students robbed at gunpoint, suspects still at largeTwo students were robbed at gunpoint last night near West Lot 2 on Rice University’s campus, according to the Rice University Police Department.
Texas jumps to No. 2 behind UConn in women's AP Top 25 after beating South Carolina and UCLA
Read full article: Texas jumps to No. 2 behind UConn in women's AP Top 25 after beating South Carolina and UCLATexas has climbed to No. 2 in the AP Top 25 women's basketball poll after defeating two top teams in a Thanksgiving tournament.
No bombs found after man called claiming to have planted several bombs inside Kemah Walmart, prompting evacuations
Read full article: No bombs found after man called claiming to have planted several bombs inside Kemah Walmart, prompting evacuationsThe man called, asking for 10,000 or the bombs would be detonated.
Holiday travel rush fills Houston airports as Thanksgiving window closes
Read full article: Holiday travel rush fills Houston airports as Thanksgiving window closesMonday marks the final return day of the holiday window, and airports across the country, including here in Houston, are seeing steady crowds as millions of travelers head home.
Texas is restricting the bathrooms trans people can use in government buildings. Here’s how the law works.
Read full article: Texas is restricting the bathrooms trans people can use in government buildings. Here’s how the law works.The “bathroom bill” doesn’t provide guidance for how government agencies, schools and universities should ensure people use facilities matching their sex assigned at birth.
U.S. Rep. Troy Nehls won’t seek reelection, becoming sixth Texas Republican to announce exit from Congress
Read full article: U.S. Rep. Troy Nehls won’t seek reelection, becoming sixth Texas Republican to announce exit from CongressThe Richmond Republican, a staunch ally of President Donald Trump, made the announcement with days left before the deadline for candidates to file for the 2026 primaries.
Texas hosts Texas A&M for the latest chapter in the Lone Star Showdown
Read full article: Texas hosts Texas A&M for the latest chapter in the Lone Star ShowdownIn the final chapter of a storied college football regular season, the Texas Longhorns are hosting their in-state arch-rivals, the Texas A&M Aggies, in the Lone Star Showdown.
Black Friday shoppers in Houston say this year’s deals are more about necessity than tradition
Read full article: Black Friday shoppers in Houston say this year’s deals are more about necessity than traditionBlack Friday in Houston looks familiar… but shoppers say the reason they’re out early is different this year.
Harmon's last-second basket lifts No. 4 Texas women over No. 2 South Carolina for Players Era title
Read full article: Harmon's last-second basket lifts No. 4 Texas women over No. 2 South Carolina for Players Era titleJordan Lee scored 19 points and Rori Harmon made a 10-foot floater with a second left to lift No. 4 Texas over No. 2 South Carolina 66-64 in the women’s title game of the Players Era Championship.
Texas ID restrictions could prevent immigrants in US illegally from buying, registering vehicles
Read full article: Texas ID restrictions could prevent immigrants in US illegally from buying, registering vehiclesThe Texas Department of Motor Vehicles is implementing more stringent photo identification requirements for all vehicle registrations and renewals in an abrupt shift that could prevent immigrants from legally owning vehicles.
🎄 San Antonio just ranked #1 in America for Thanksgiving- see why we hit the road to the Alamo City
Read full article: 🎄 San Antonio just ranked #1 in America for Thanksgiving- see why we hit the road to the Alamo CityHouston Life hit the road for a holly-jolly getaway to San Antonio — and trust us, this city does not play when it comes to the holidays. Reporter Melanie Camp packed up the HL crew, cranked the carols, and took a holiday road trip packed with twinkling lights, festive flavors, movie-moment landmarks, and Texas-sized cheer.
2 juveniles seen running away from NW Harris County tank farm around time of fire
Read full article: 2 juveniles seen running away from NW Harris County tank farm around time of fireThe Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office says first responders are at the scene of a fire at a tank farm in northwest Harris County.
No. 4 Texas holds off No. 3 UCLA in 76-65 victory to advance to Players Era Championship
Read full article: No. 4 Texas holds off No. 3 UCLA in 76-65 victory to advance to Players Era ChampionshipRori Harmon scored 26 points and No. 4 Texas defeated No. 3 UCLA 76-65 on Wednesday in the Players Era Championship.
WANTED: Search underway for ‘Cowboy,’ sexual assault suspect tied to FM 1960 nightclubs
Read full article: WANTED: Search underway for ‘Cowboy,’ sexual assault suspect tied to FM 1960 nightclubsHCSO is searching for a sexual assault suspect known as “Cowboy,” who frequents FM 1960 nightclubs in north Harris County. Deputies released a sketch.
Wednesday is the ‘Drunkest Day of the Year.’ Don’t drive drunk and ruin Thanksgiving
Read full article: Wednesday is the ‘Drunkest Day of the Year.’ Don’t drive drunk and ruin ThanksgivingThe Wednesday before Thanksgiving, known nationally as “Blackout Wednesday,” has earned a grim reputation as the drunkest day of the year on roads around the country.
Suspected drunk driver arrested after running red light, slamming into Bellair PD officer in SW Houston
Read full article: Suspected drunk driver arrested after running red light, slamming into Bellair PD officer in SW HoustonIt’s still unclear whether the officer was speeding or had his lights on before the crash.
Fewer Americans sought unemployment benefits last week as layoffs remain low
Read full article: Fewer Americans sought unemployment benefits last week as layoffs remain lowThe number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits declined last week in a sign that layoffs remain low, even as several high-profile companies have announced job cuts.
A slate of new Texas laws go into effect December and January. Here’s what to watch.
Read full article: A slate of new Texas laws go into effect December and January. Here’s what to watch.Laws include restricting transgender people’s access to public bathrooms, allowing lawsuits against abortion pill providers, and replacement of the STAAR test.
Cy-Fair firefighters took shelter in garage as tornado hit Cypress home
Read full article: Cy-Fair firefighters took shelter in garage as tornado hit Cypress homeIt’s not often you hear a firefighter tell you they were scared. But that’s exactly what a Cy-Fair Firefighter shared after riding out a tornado in the garage of a home that was just struck by lightning.
Colony Creek residents rally to recover from recent tornado damage
Read full article: Colony Creek residents rally to recover from recent tornado damageResidents of the Colony Creek neighborhood have been working to pick up the pieces after a recent storm caused significant tornado damage in the area.
In school voucher rules, Texas lets families get more for pre-K but rejects stronger accountability
Read full article: In school voucher rules, Texas lets families get more for pre-K but rejects stronger accountabilityThe rules serve as the foundation for Texas’ private school voucher program, which will officially launch at the start of the 2026-27 school year.
EF-2 tornado in Spring scares puppy into running away but these Texans helped bring her home
Read full article: EF-2 tornado in Spring scares puppy into running away but these Texans helped bring her homeWhen an EF-2 tornado tore through Spring on Tuesday, it didn’t just splinter trees and damage homes, but also caused chaos and panic. That’s for us humans, so imagine what the family pets were thinking.
Hundreds of Pasadena families receive Thanksgiving meals through massive multi-agency volunteer effort
Read full article: Hundreds of Pasadena families receive Thanksgiving meals through massive multi-agency volunteer effortAs rising costs squeeze families across the Houston area, officers, churches, and volunteers came together to deliver 600 Thanksgiving meal baskets to Pasadena households in need.
Tony Buzbee files $10 million lawsuit on behalf of woman alleging Texas Association of Business CEO of sexual assault
Read full article: Tony Buzbee files $10 million lawsuit on behalf of woman alleging Texas Association of Business CEO of sexual assaultProminent Houston Attorney Tony Buzbee confirmed his firm is representing an unidentified female victim in a case involving alleged sexual misconduct.
Red River Redemption: Longhorns blogger faces backlash for turning charity bet into crowdfunding campaign
Read full article: Red River Redemption: Longhorns blogger faces backlash for turning charity bet into crowdfunding campaignThe owner of a popular sports blog covering the Texas Longhorns is facing backlash after setting up a crowdsourced fund to raise money that he had already promised to donate as the result of a bet.
Want glass skin? Some Thanksgiving food that could boost your skin health
Read full article: Want glass skin? Some Thanksgiving food that could boost your skin healthThanksgiving is a time for delicious food and gathering with loved ones. But did you know some of your favorite holiday dishes can affect your skin?
Texas summer camp owners brace for more mental health issues among youth
Read full article: Texas summer camp owners brace for more mental health issues among youthMental health experts expect the July 4 floods have resulted in post-traumatic stress disorder, unhealthy hypervigilance and recurring thoughts on disasters among campers.
Texas education chief met with Turning Point USA to discuss group’s expansion in high schools
Read full article: Texas education chief met with Turning Point USA to discuss group’s expansion in high schoolsThe meeting happened days before Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick pledged $1 million to help establish chapters of the conservative student group on every Texas college and high school campus.
Cypress teen rides out storm in closet with family dog
Read full article: Cypress teen rides out storm in closet with family dogResidents of the Riata Ranch subdivision in Cypress are assessing widespread damage after a possible tornado struck the area Monday, leaving some families displaced just days before Thanksgiving.
Head of Texas’ largest business organization accused of sexual assault in lawsuit
Read full article: Head of Texas’ largest business organization accused of sexual assault in lawsuitAn unidentified woman on Monday sued Glenn Hamer, Texas Association of Business president and CEO, alleging he sexually harassed and assaulted her, then retaliated when she rejected his advances.
It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a rare Superman comic book! And it fetched $9.12M!
Read full article: It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a rare Superman comic book! And it fetched $9.12M!A copy of the first Superman issue, unearthed by a trio of brothers cleaning out their late mother’s attic, netted $9.12 million at a Texas auction house which says it is the most expensive comic book ever sold.
‘The noise was unbelievable’: Spring residents had seconds to take cover as tornado barreled through neighborhood
Read full article: ‘The noise was unbelievable’: Spring residents had seconds to take cover as tornado barreled through neighborhoodResidents in a Spring neighborhood described the seconds they had to take cover as a tornado barreled through their community.
Northwest Harris County neighborhood ravaged by tornado; homes damaged but residents safe
Read full article: Northwest Harris County neighborhood ravaged by tornado; homes damaged but residents safeA fast-moving storm swept through a northwest Harris County neighborhood Monday afternoon, causing significant damage but no reported injuries.
Webb County judge disputes allegation that he violated federal law to dodge Texas’ resign-to-run rule
Read full article: Webb County judge disputes allegation that he violated federal law to dodge Texas’ resign-to-run ruleTano Tijerina, the top elected official in a county that includes Laredo, is expected to seek the GOP nomination in Texas’ 28th Congressional District, long held by Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar.
Hedwig Village officer used license plate reader to locate suspects accused of shooting HPD officer
Read full article: Hedwig Village officer used license plate reader to locate suspects accused of shooting HPD officerAfter hearing the vehicle description on the radio, the officer located the car and trailed it until she had backup.
Struggling to sleep? How to get help when mental health and sleep problems are connected
Read full article: Struggling to sleep? How to get help when mental health and sleep problems are connectedThe Coping Resource Center in Houston offers a program using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTI) to address sleep issues linked to mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression.