Emergency crews responded after a person was shocked by electricity in Katy on Monday afternoon.

After a deadly downtown shooting, Texas Muslims report fear and backlash as political rhetoric intensifies and Austin’s first Muslim city council member responds.

More than 70 GOP House members signed a letter asking Congress to stop legal immigration until “proper vetting protocols” are in place.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued an opinion that says that a 2023 law that bans gender-transitioning medical care to minors also applies to mental health care.

Tensions are rising in the Middle East following the attack on Iran, and energy analysts say the fallout could quickly reach Texas drivers’ wallets.

A large fire burning at a plastic recycling facility in Alvin has been brought under control, according to fire crews.

The federal lawsuit argues Texas officials are engaging in religious discrimination by preventing Islamic private schools from accessing state voucher money.

The Texas Department of Public Safety is reminding Texans about a tool they can use to help keep their schools and communities safe.

Women- and minority-owned businesses were removed from the Historically Underutilized Business Program in December by acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock, who argued he was ending a DEI program.

Federal and city authorities say the gunman who opened fire outside a Texas bar, killing three people and wounding more than a dozen was not on their radar before the attack.

President Donald Trump says he was not pleased with the way that negotiations with Iran were proceeding.

Rescue crews in an East Texas city completed an unusual and complicated rescue Saturday when a hot air balloon struck a cell tower, getting stuck over 900 feet above the ground with two people on board.

Days out from the March primary, Republicans called for changes to immigration law. Democrats repeated their calls for stricter gun laws.

Tyler Reddick became the first driver in NASCAR Cup Series history to win the first three races of the season with a victory Sunday at the Circuit of Americas.

John Pierce, 22, was arrested in Texas City for allegedly shooting Jeremiah Olmstead on State Highway 146. Pierce faces charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and deadly conduct. Olmstead is hospitalized in stable condition, and the investigation is ongoing with police seeking further information from the public.

The federal government shutdown has led to longer wait times at Houston's William P. Hobby Airport due to a staff shortage at the TSA, exacerbated by employees working without pay. The shutdown began on February 14 following a funding impasse for the Department of Homeland Security, affecting agencies like ICE and FEMA, with no clear end in sight.

Tarkington ISD canceled classes on Monday following power surges that cut off electricity to the middle school campus, the district's internet hub. The surges severed phone lines and internet services, and due to outdated equipment, components need replacement before power is restored.

The 2026 World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest in Houston crowned 'All Jacked Up' as Grand Champion Overall and 'Hardin County Go Texan' as Reserve Champion. Competitions included categories like Brisket, Ribs, Chicken, and Dutch Oven Dessert, along with new additions like the Impact Award for community service. The event also featured the Jr. Cook-off for young pitmasters and the energetic WCBBQ Games testing team skills, showcasing the blend of culinary excellence, community spirit, and Texas culture.

Authorities say a gunman wearing clothes with an Iranian flag design and the words “Property of Allah” killed two people and wounded 14 at a Texas bar.

A heated U.S. Senate race in Texas is entering its final stretch before voters decide Tuesday who will be their party's nominee in November.

Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico face off in the state’s first blockbuster Democratic primary in decades. The race will likely conclude Tuesday, with the outside chance of a runoff.

Authorities are responding to a deadly residential fire in Magnolia on Saturday morning, confirmed by the Magnolia Fire Department to have resulted in multiple fatalities near Wildflower Road and Lily Court. Details are currently limited, and residents are advised to avoid the area.

Trump’s last-minute primary endorsements that directly oppose the Texas governor’s selections came hours after he spoke at an event in Corpus Christi on Friday.

Former Vice President Kamala Harris has endorsed Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett in Texas’ Democratic Senate primary, giving Crockett a big boost as she faces concerns about electability.

Two of Texas’ 10 Most Wanted fugitives have been captured in separate operations in Houston and Waco, the Texas Department of Public Safety announced Friday.

More than $800,000 aimed at boosting youth voter turnout in Harris County has been awarded — and the decisions were made by the community itself. Through a unique participatory grantmaking process hosted by Collective Action for Youth, residents — not politicians or private foundations — decided which local and national nonprofits would receive funding to mobilize voters ages 18 to 35 ahead of the 2026 elections.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton took a dig at Grammy-winning rapper and songwriter Cardi B after she announced her endorsement of U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett, who is running in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate.

President Donald Trump says he's “pretty much” made his decision on whom to endorse in Texas’ heated Republican Senate primary, but he still refuses to name his pick publicly.

The 6′4′' top-recruit is always looking to pass the ball to her open teammates.

A proposed plan to turn a home in Arcola into a youth treatment center is raising concerns among some neighbors who worry about property values and safety, while city leaders say their authority to block the project is limited under state and federal law.

For the first time in 18 years, a brand new state park is set to open in Texas.

Texans get high marks for annual player report card, ranking seventh in NFL

Primary election results for Houston-area counties.

The NCAA football oversight committee is recommending emergency legislation to protect the transfer portal window by issuing penalties for schools and coaches who circumvent the rules.

Fort Bend County voters will head to the polls March 3 to decide primary races that will shape local leadership in one of Texas’ most diverse and rapidly growing counties.

Foggy morning despite a cold front moving through Southeast Texas

Texas U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt’s rivals are increasing their attacks on the two-term Republican ahead of Tuesday’s GOP primary for U.S. Senate.

The Houston Texans are planning a sweeping new 83-acre mixed-use development in northwest Harris County — and for many residents, the big questions are: What does this mean for my taxes? And how will it impact my neighborhood?

Kane James Kellum, 34, of Nacogdoches is accused of using artificial intelligence to generate images of child pornography of minors that he knew.

Prosecutors say a grand jury has rejected indictments over the fatal shooting last year of a U.S. citizen by a federal immigration agent during a traffic encounter in Texas.

Officials with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced they are installing a permanent transmitter this week on Galveston Island.

Texas was brought up three times during President Trump's State of the Union Address on Tuesday evening. Keep on reading to find out what he said.

A total lunar eclipse paints the Moon red early Tuesday morning, March 3

A federal judge in Texas has ruled that California’s attorney general can face a defamation lawsuit over comments attacking ExxonMobil’s plastics recycling claims.

Temperatures stop feeling like summer Sunday

Moody Gardens on Galveston Island is an ideal spring break destination, offering a blend of adventure and relaxation with attractions like the rainforest, aquarium, pools, a golf course, and more. Plus, with the hotel on the property, visitors can easily stay overnight and experience all of the attractions. Plan your trip now.

Texas Southern University says it has hit several key benchmarks in its first 25 days of “Operation Tiger Reset,” a 100‑day plan launched in response to a blistering state audit of the university’s finances.

In the March 3, 2026 primary elections, Texas voters won’t just choose party nominees; they’ll also see a list of propositions on their ballots.

Texas voters will head to the polls on March 3 to decide which Republican and Democratic candidates will advance in one of the state’s most closely watched races, the 2026 U.S. Senate.

Ford Motor Company has announced a recall of more than 400,000 Ford Explorer vehicles from model years 2017 through 2019 due to a potential rear suspension issue.

Turnout during the first week of early voting for the Texas midterm election exceeded the same period for the previous two presidential elections, years that typically see higher voter engagement.

A woman lost her unborn baby after authorities say the father secretly gave her an abortion medication without her consent, Montgomery County investigators said.

Texas Representative Al Green was escorted out of the House of Representatives Tuesday evening after waving a sign during President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address.

Houston ISD is introducing Virtual LaunchPad, a new flexible online school option for high school students starting in the 2026-2027 school year.

A new study reveals Texas leads the nation in total remote job searches and ranks sixth overall for work-from-home interest.

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has requested that the state pause the renewal of Camp Mystic's license until a full investigation into last summer's tragic events, where 28 lives were lost, is conducted.

Waymo will begin dispatching its robotaxis in four more cities in Texas and Florida, expanding the territory covered by its fleet of self-driving cars to 10 major U.S. metropolitan markets.

A company is repurposing the batteries to store electricity and sell it to the grid when power from wind and solar dwindles.

Houston hosted the Utah Jazz in a game that got out of hand quickly, as the Rockets held a double-digit lead through the entire second half and cruised to a 125-105 win.

A Fort Bend County grand jury has no-billed former Houston Rockets player Patrick Beverley on charges related to an incident which happened in November 2025.

The sheriff’s office says deputies were dispatched to the bridge just after 10 p.m. Sunday night. They found a truck on fire underneath the bridge on the west bank of the river. Once the fire was extinguished, human remains were found inside.

From school funding to parental rights, Texas primary ballot propositions let voters influence party platforms and legislative agendas.

The president’s visit could be heavy on political overtones, as he has endorsed dozens of Republicans in their March 3 congressional and legislative primaries.

A damaged Xcel pole owned sparked the Smokehouse Creek fire, the largest in state history.

Families of the victims from the July 4, 2025, Camp Mystic flood have filed a federal lawsuit against Texas health officials, accusing them of approving the camp despite lacking a required evacuation plan.

The smell of smoke, wood fire, and sizzling brisket is about to take over NRG Park because the 2026 World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest presented by Cotton Holdings is rolling into town February 26–28, and it’s officially the can’t-miss kickoff to Rodeo season in Houston.

Temperatures stop feeling like summer Sunday

Houston firefighters are working to determine what caused a large fire at a home in southwest Houston Monday morning.

Gov. Greg Abbott is urging Texans traveling in Mexico, or with loved ones there, to closely monitor federal travel warnings as violence escalates in several regions of the country after the death of Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes, the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

Students who took English and math college prep courses were less likely to complete college than their peers who were not considered college ready at all.

A 2-year-old child was hospitalized after being hit by a car in Channelview, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office. The incident occurred on North Brentwood Drive, and the toddler was transported by local emergency services to the hospital in an unknown condition. The driver involved in the incident stayed at the scene as authorities responded.

Authorities in northwest Harris County are searching for two Hispanic male suspects after a man was shot in the leg on Wimbledon Villas Drive. The shooting occurred on Sunday morning, and the victim is receiving medical treatment, while the public is advised to avoid the area and report any information to law enforcement.

Albert Williams, 34, has been arrested and charged with murder for the fatal shooting of Glenn Gray, 49, outside a convenience store in northwest Houston. The incident occurred on Friday morning, and despite deputies' efforts, Gray succumbed to his injuries on the scene. Williams reportedly admitted to the shooting during a verbal confrontation after arriving at a hospital with gunshot wounds. He was taken into custody without incident and is scheduled for a preliminary court appearance on Monday.

The Galveston County Fair & Rodeo is set to return from April 17-25 at 10 Jack Brooks Road, Hitchcock, Texas. Excitement is building with the newly unveiled entertainment lineup, as shared by rodeo spokesperson Barbara Magana Robertson on KPRC 2 News.

A man was arrested following a shootout with deputies during an attempted burglary in north Harris County. The suspect, after exchanging gunfire with deputies, fled to a residence where he barricaded himself with two adults and several children. The adults exited safely, and deputies secured the children and detained the suspect, who had gunshot wounds, and took him to a hospital. An investigation is ongoing.

A 57-year-old man was fatally struck by a vehicle in east Harris County near Cloverleaf. The incident occurred on Woodforest Boulevard, involving a possible white 2013-2018 Ram pickup truck that fled the scene. The Harris County Sheriff's Office is reviewing surveillance video and seeking information from witnesses. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact Vehicular Crimes or Crime Stoppers.

Harris County deputies are at the scene where a man was found dead in northwest Harris County.

Travel restrictions and sharper federal attention are dissuading foreign students from attending U.S. colleges, advocates say, hitting the Denton university harder than most.

The latest campaign finance reports show big-money interests are heavily invested in the Texas primaries — but unwilling to reveal their identities at a critical juncture of the race.

Authorities are seeking public assistance to find 20-year-old Zedia Barrera, who is autistic and nonverbal, and missing in Spring since Thursday afternoon. Last seen at the 3100 block of Cliff Swallow Court, she was on foot wearing gray clothing, sunglasses, white shoes, and a blue leg brace.

Catch up on the latest news updates from Houston and around the world.

The junior forward helped the Bearkats to the 6A playoffs.

Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas is urging supporters to look at experience in a heated U.S. Senate primary with state Rep. James Talarico as he rides on wider attention thanks to late-night host Stephen Colbert.

Hitchcock Independent School District has been placed on an “Accredited–Warned” status by the Texas Education Agency after receiving failing financial accountability ratings for two consecutive years.

Texans coach DeMeco Ryans added to NFL competition committee

Polling locations and sample ballots, county by county, for the Texas Primary Elections on March 3.

A Texas court will hear an appeal this week in a case challenging an injunction that closed three Houston-area maternal health clinics run by a midwife accused under the state’s abortion law.

Doctors are sounding the alarm about an often-overlooked danger linked to vaping.

Catch up on the latest news updates from Houston and around the world.

A driver has been hospitalized after police say they were ejected from their vehicle after crashing into a pole in northwest Houston on Wednesday morning.

A man and a woman were hospitalized after leading officers on a chase through northwest Houston early Thursday morning.

Last year was the deadliest year in ICE detention in two decades. Nearly a quarter of those deaths occurred in Texas.

West University Place police say burglaries are down overall, but recent break-ins are linked to organized crews targeting second-story windows.

The incident unfolded Monday morning in the Canyon Gate neighborhood of Cinco Ranch, where a 70-year-old man is accused of trying to entice a junior high student into his truck as she walked to her bus stop.

The Galveston County Sheriff’s Office says search warrants were executed at 20 different locations in the Hitchcock area as part of an investigation into illegal gambling operations.

Texas AG Ken Paxton sues Anzu Robotics, alleging its drones come from Chinese manufacturer DJI and pose potential data and security risks.

The collision happened at the intersection of Cravens Road and Highway 90-A.

Multiple northbound lanes on the Southwest Freeway at Beltway 8 are shut down due to loose concrete hanging from the overpass Wedensday morning.

Gold and silver prices have surged to historic highs over the past 12 months, drawing crowds of buyers and sellers to precious metal dealers across Houston.

Late-night host Stephen Colbert isn't backing down from his public dispute with CBS bosses over what he can air on his show.