East Bernard teacher, football coach killed in crash
A football coach and teacher in Wharton County were killed in a crash Saturday.
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Houston police investigate incident at Hobby Airport
Houston police responded to Hobby Airport on Saturday evening to investigate an incident.
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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.
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'Everybody Eatz': Free Houston pop-up grocery event aims to help families prepare for the school year
Houston families can find free groceries, prepared food and family activities Sunday as part of an effort to address food insecurity before the start of the school year. The Hugs in a Blanket Foundation will host Everybody Eatz: Ivan’s Pop-Up Grocery Store & Food Park from 2:30 to 5 p.m. on Sunda...
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East Bernard High School head football coach and wife killed in crash
East Bernard ISD is mourning the deaths of Athletic Director and Head Football Coach Jeremy Jenkins and his wife, Brandy Jenkins, a teacher at East Bernard Junior High School. According to a message from Superintendent Courtney Hudgins, the couple died in a car crash Saturday evening, “Jeremy and...
Dynamo's grass guru shares what it was like to prepare World Cup 2026 field
When looking back at the FIFA World Cup 2026 games here in Houston, one topic everyone kept mentioning was how beautiful the stadium looked with a full grass field instead of the usual synthetic turf. The Houston Dynamo’s Director of Sports Turf & Grounds, Dan Bergstrom, was part of a team that p...
It's the last season for legal dog meat in South Korea
South Korea’s dog meat restaurants are in the peak of their final busy season as the country’s ban on the slaughter and sale of dog meat takes effect next year.
Motorcycle crash closes Sam Houston Tollway lanes
Emergency crews are on the scene of a major crash involving a motorcycle on the Sam Houston Tollway, local authorities said Sunday afternoon.
High-speed chase ends in rollover crash after suspect steals Harris County patrol car
A 35-year-old man faces multiple felony charges after stealing a deputy’s patrol vehicle and leading law enforcement on a high-speed pursuit that ended in a rollover crash, authorities said.
Granola designed for breastfeeding moms recalled over Salmonella fears6h ago
Fire damages original Mia’s Table in Houston, no injuries reported7h ago
They fought for the U.S. in Afghanistan. Now they worry about losing their green cards
When the U.S. withdrew from Afghanistan five years ago, thousands of Afghans who helped U.S. troops were brought here to rebuild their lives. But now, some fear the U.S. may want to send them back.
Woman taken into custody following police pursuit that forced North Freeway shutdown
A vehicle pursuit led by Harris County Constable Precinct 4 deputies ended Sunday morning on the North Freeway with a woman taken into custody.
Fire breaks out at original Mia’s Table restaurant in Montrose
A fire broke out Sunday morning at the original Mia’s Table at 3131 Argonne Street in Montrose. The Houston Fire Department responded around 11 a.m. to reports of a restaurant fire. Arriving firefighters found heavy smoke coming from the building and began an offensive attack, HFD District Chief ...
Body of missing swimmer recovered from Lake Sam Rayburn after three-day search
Emergency personnel recovered the body of a 57-year-old man from Lake Sam Rayburn on Sunday morning following a three-day search after he went missing while swimming with his wife, local authorities said.
Convicted felon arrested following SWAT standoff over domestic violence call in Conroe
A 42-year-old convicted felon is in custody following a SWAT standoff sparked by an armed family violence call late Saturday night, authorities said.
Family killer Chris Watts seeks prison marriage with new love interest: report9h ago
Paddleboarder dies on Colorado reservoir, second death in 9 days10h ago
Rice University welcomes largest incoming undergraduate class in school history
Rice University is welcoming its largest-ever incoming undergraduate class Sunday, as more than 1,350 freshmen arrive on campus for the start of O-Week, according to the university. More than 50 transfer students are also expected to join the university this fall. Rice said it’s undergraduate enr...
Extreme heat builds across Southeast Texas as Hurricane Lala impacts Hawaii
It stays hot across Southeast Texas for the next several days. Get ready for some real August heat to start building in southeast Texas!
One dead, two injured in Southeast Houston party; police search for suspect
One man is dead and two others were injured early Sunday morning after an argument at a large gathering escalated into a shootout, police said.
UPDATED Law enforcement respond to crash on southbound North Freeway at Richey Road
UPDATE | 11:30 a.m. Houston TranStar reports that all lanes are reopen. UPDATE | 11 a.m. Some southbound lanes are beginning to reopen. Houston TranStar reports two lanes, the left and center, and the HOV remain closed. ORIGINAL REPORT HOUSTON - All southbound main lanes and the HOV lane on the N...
Motorcyclist killed in single-vehicle crash after speeding through Houston park tunnel
A 21-year-old motorcyclist was killed early Sunday morning after losing control of his bike while attempting a high-speed run through a park tunnel, authorities said.
Tropical Storm Lala batters Hawaii with flooding, powerful winds; 1 dead11h ago
California traffic stop leads to $817K cocaine seizure, CHP says12h ago
UPDATED 1 dead, 4 injured after shooting at large gathering in South Acres
One man was killed and four others were injured after a shooting broke out during a large gathering in southeast Houston early Sunday. Houston police responded around 4 a.m. to the 13300 block of Cullen Boulevard. Investigators said the incident followed a gathering at a shopping center, where pe...
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1617: Connections
Episode: 1617 Reflections on the dicey question of cause and effect in history. Today, the connections problem.
Houston Hobby Airport flights briefly delayed after bomb threat call
A bomb threat called in to Houston police prompted a temporary ground hold and security screening at William P. Hobby Airport on Saturday evening. Houston Police Department watch command received a call at 6:29 p.m. reporting suspicious activity. The caller stated a husband was acting strangely a...
YESTERDAY
19-year-old arrested after shooting injures 5, including 1 student near VSU residence hall
Police in Virginia have arrested a 19-year-old Saturday in connection with a shooting outside Virginia State University residence halls that left five people injured.
Heights family says mail dispute with carrier has led to months of missing mail
A Heights family says an ongoing dispute with their mail carrier has escalated into months of missing mail — including bills, a car tag and a settlement payment. The family says the problems started about a year ago, when their mail carrier began leaving mail on their cars instead of putting it i...
West Houston murder suspect accused of shooting victim during altercation
Records say the shooting victim "became aggressive" after the suspect's vehicle struck his vehicle.
Grocery chain pulls more products as Salmonella-linked recall growsYesterday
Four shot, 1 killed by victim's boyfriend in SunnysideYesterday
Four-car crash kills 1 on I-10 East Freeway
Three vehicles made contact with one another Friday night, causing one of the vehicles to hit a truck's trailer.
Pride of Pearland Band celebrates end of summer rehearsal with firetruck cooldown
The Pride of Pearland Band is wrapping up summer rehearsal in a big way — with a little help from the Pearland Fire Department. On Saturday, firefighters parked firetrucks at Pearland High School’s practice lot and sprayed down student band members following their final summer rehearsal session, ...
Harris County authorities find 8 tailgates during theft investigation
Officials say an investigation for one stolen tailgate led to them finding seven more at apartment complex on West FM 1960.
Construction workers uncover $10 million in gold while building sewer under former brewery
Construction workers in Belgium this week uncovered $10.4 million in gold while building a new sewer below a former brewery, according to local police.
New details on Harris County mother, boyfriend facing charges after 2-year-old’s tragic death
Prosecutors are waiting for the sheriff's office to complete its investigation before deciding whether to upgrade the couple's charges.
MSP investigating motive after six people found dead in northern Michigan
Michigan State Police are investigating after six people were found dead at three locations in northern Michigan Friday.
Heights burglary suspect killed in crash while trying to evade police
The suspect sped off from an apartment complex and later crashed their vehicle.
How to watch the 2026 NFL Season — and how much it’ll cost
Watching the NFL in 2026 will require fans to navigate a mix of broadcast networks, live-TV packages and streaming services, with costs varying widely depending on how many games they want to see.
Accused child sex abuse suspect arrested after fleeing Texas twice, using multiple aliases
A lengthy search for a Montgomery County man accused of sexually abusing a child ended July 27 when authorities found him in Louisiana, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office announced on Saturday. James Michael Nona was initially investigated after the sheriff’s office received a report in July ...
Montgomery Co. deputies arrest man accused of child sexual abuse after months on the run
James Michael Nona was arrested July 27 after allegedly cutting off his court-ordered GPS monitor and fleeing.
Houston weather: Scattered showers possible this weekend, some areas under heat advisoryYesterday
Historic Tall Ship Elissa returns to Galveston after America250 voyageYesterday
Houston Weather: Inching closer to more 100 degree days
Early Week Forecast: High pressure continues to bringing a hot, humid and dry weather pattern that looks to stick around beyond Monday. Houston won’t get an opportunity at rain until late week, and the chance is only around 20%. Temperatures will climb into the upper 90s, with the potential to hi...
Jason Arday found dead after resigning amid plagiarism claims
Jason Arday, a British sociologist who became the University of Cambridge’s youngest Black professor in 2023, was found dead Friday at a home in south London.
Florida cold case suspect allegedly confesses to 1987 murder and reveals secret crime-scene details
A Florida man charged in the 1987 killing of a 20-year-old mother allegedly confessed after contacting authorities himself and investigators say he described details of the crime scene that had never been publicly released.
ERCOT says governor’s data center audit could take months to complete
Abbot has ordered a pause of new data center approvals until regulators can evaluate these projects.
Woman killed, 3 others wounded in Sunnyside shooting; family says she was helping a friend
A Houston family is mourning a mother who was killed early Saturday after police say a man returned to a southeast Houston home and opened fire, striking four people. The shooting happened around 2:37 a.m. at a home in the 9300 block of Fairland Drive, near Wilmington Street. Houston police said ...
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1616: Ivan PolzunovYesterday
Austin County residents protest CleanSpark data center in SealyYesterday
Inside a $15.5 Million River Oaks Boulevard Mansion With Its Own Indoor Swimming Pool, Beauty Salon and Crystal Chandeliers Galore
It’s not often that Houstonians get a glimpse into the grand mansions that line River Oaks Boulevard, but the recent sale of the 15,000-square-foot behemoth at 1708 on the city’s most prestigious thoroughfare opens the door. The association of realtors’ professional organization just revealed tha...
1 killed, 3 hospitalized after four-vehicle crash on East Freeway in Houston
One person was killed and three others were hospitalized after a four-vehicle crash Friday evening in the westbound lanes of Interstate 10 (East Freeway) near Freeport Street, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office said . The crash happened around 6:07 p.m. and involved a Honda sedan, Hyundai sedan, ...
A hot and humid weekend in Houston
Our weekend’s forecast: We were fortunate to get the rain we did on Friday. It helped keep temperatures in the mid-90s, but that relief will be short-lived. High pressure builds in this weekend, bringing a hot, humid and dry weather pattern that looks to stick around not only through the weekend ...
THIS WEEK
2 American Airlines planes averted potential disaster in Phoenix
Multiple media reports state that two American Airlines planes that shared the same flight number almost got into a crash over Phoenix, but some quick thinking from air traffic control managed to prevent a catastrophe.
Gov. Abbott calls for review of Houston, Dallas airports over Muslim facilities: 'That is illegal'
Gov. Abbott is ordering a review that could potentially revoke current state funding and block future funding for the airports. He is also advising US Secretary Duffy to launch a federal review of the facilities and "take appropriate corrective action."
Greg Abbott threatens Dallas, Houston airports’ grant funds over Islamic washing facilitiesAug 15
Gov. Greg Abbott orders review of state grants to Bush Intercontinental Airport over Islamic washing facilitiesAug 15'This situation is heartbreaking:' 6 found dead, including suspect, in northern Michigan community
An investigation is underway in northern lower Michigan after six people were found dead in three locations.
What can you change on your Norhill home? The city’s design guidelines just took another turn
Proposed design guidelines for Houston’s Norhill Historic District are headed back for review after the Houston Archaeological and Historical Commission voted Wednesday, Aug. 13, to rescind its conditional approval and create a two-member subcommittee to revisit the conditions. The decision is th...
FDA assigns highest-risk status to 1.5 million egg recalled over salmonella risk
The FDA has issued its highest-risk status to an egg recall that was initiated in July due to a salmonella contamination risk.
2 Helps You Community Impact: Spring Branch officer rescues trapped driver from burning, overturned vehicle on I-10
A Houston-area police officer is being recognized by 2 Helps You for his quick thinking and bravery after stopping to help a driver trapped inside a burning vehicle on Interstate 10. Officer Michael Seiss says he was traveling on I-10 over a week ago when he came upon a serious crash in the eastb...
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