Houston woman charged for attempting to sell her newborn son
A 21-year-old Houston woman was charged for allegedly attempting to sell her newborn son to multiple people after giving birth.
Julie Johnson to become first LGBTQ+ Congress member from the South
Texas state Rep. Julie Johnson (D) will take over the seat vacated by Colin Allred. Johnson will be the first openly LGBTQ+ person to represent Texas, and all of the South, in Congress.
How many electoral votes does each state have?
In the race for the White House, a candidate will have to win 270 of the 538 total electoral votes to win the 2024 presidential election.
Gateway Church removes elders after investigation into Robert Morris sexual abuse accusations
Gateway Church says it has removed multiple elders who knew about abuse allegations against founder Robert Morris and is cooperating with an ongoing criminal investigation.
VP Kamala Harris speaks at Houston rally, Beyoncé makes introduction
Vice President Kamala Harris held a campaign rally in Houston at Shell Energy Stadium on Friday, along with an appearance from Houston's own, Beyoncé.
Mattress Mack, Donald Trump's supporters rally at Gallery Furniture in Houston
A rally in support of Former President Donald Trump was held at Mattress Mack’s Gallery Furniture in Houston on Friday morning, ahead of Vice President Kamala Harris's visit to the city.
'He's God's problem now,' son says in viral obituary for his father
“We have all done our best to enjoy/weather Robert's antics up to this point, but he is God's problem now," the comical obituary reads.
American Airlines jet nearly collides with Cessna in mid-air close call: FAA
An American Airlines plane with 122 passengers on board came dangerously close to a Cessna that flew into its flight path as it was landing at a Texas airport this week.
Texas Supreme Court halts Robert Roberson's execution in 'shaken baby syndrome' case
The Texas Supreme Court halted the controversial execution of Robert Roberson on Thursday night after an unorthodox move by Texas lawmakers.
Texas man invents 1.5K-mile adventure trail for hikers, bikers and horseback riders
For hikers and bikers, there’s a new adventure route in town that's set to rival the Pacific Crest, Appalachian and Continental Divide trails.
SpaceX Starship launch: Mechanical arms catch Super Heavy rocket booster
SpaceX’s Starship rocket completed its boldest test flight yet with the help of “chopsticks," the monstrous metal arms that caught the rocket booster back at the launch pad.
Zoo mourns death of baby giraffe after tragic leg fracture
The Abilene Zoo in Texas is mourning the loss of Zahara, a baby giraffe who died on October 2 after suffering a severe leg fracture.
Texas deputy killed in crash while responding to accident
Deputy Lex Allen Love, 26, of the Wise County Sheriff's Office, tragically died on October 2 while responding to a car accident on County Road 4421 in Texas.
2 human cases of bird flu confirmed in California, CDC says — here’s what to know
The two bird flu cases in California bring the total to 16 cases in the U.S. in 2024, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
$2.5 million worth of olive oil stolen in Houston, investigation underway
A Houston-based olive oil company is offering a reward for the return of thousands of gallons of olive oil that were stolen from a warehouse.
Cards Against Humanity sues Elon Musk’s SpaceX over alleged trespassing in Texas
The makers of Cards Against Humanity allege SpaceX has essentially treated the game company’s property as its own for at least the past six months.
Bolivar Peninsula stray dog rescued from Galveston Bay by couple fishing
A stray dog on Bolivar Peninsula was rescued from the bay by boaters after swimming away from the ferry landing, where he was not allowed. The dog, named Bolivar, has since found a new home.
Activist investor controls enough of Southwest Airlines to call for special shareholder meeting
Elliott Investment Management has been pushing for big changes at the Dallas based airline, including dumping its CEO and chairman. Now, it looks like they're making good on their promise.
Dallas police shooting: Officer 'executed by coward' in ambush attack; 2nd officer remains critical
Police Chief Eddie Garcia says they lost a hero Thursday night after Officer Darron Burks was "executed" by a coward. Meanwhile, an officer who was shot in the face continues to fight for her life. Here's the latest.
Corsicana ISD assistant principal left blind in right eye after student throws wooden hanger at her
The Corsicana ISD administrator who suffered a serious eye injury after being attacked by a student says what happened to her is a consequence of state negligence. In her own words, she described what happened.