Jerry Jeff Walker, country music legend and 'Mr. Bojangles' songwriter, dies at 78
Jerry Jeff Walker, a country singer-songwriter known for penning the hit "Mr. Bojangles," has died. He was 78.
Houston sergeant killed in shooting ‘died protecting me and my family,' estranged wife of alleged killer says
The Houston police sergeant killed in a shooting on Tuesday has been praised by the estranged wife of his alleged killer for protecting her and her son after he responded to a domestic violence call, according to a report.
Cardinals fan gets shoved, flies over chairs in football brawl
A Cowboys fan shoves a Cardinals fan after a heated exchange at a NFL game.
Suspect in Houston police sergeant's death could face death penalty
Elmer Manzano is charged with capital murder of a police officer, attempted capital murder of a police officer, and aggravated assault with serious bodily injury. He's facing the death penalty.
Vanessa Guillen's death was 'in line of duty,' family entitled to benefits
The United States Army has ruled that Vanessa Guillen's death was 'in the line of duty.'
HPD sergeant killed, officer injured in southwest Houston shooting
Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo says Sgt. Harold Preston, a 41-year veteran of the department, died in a shooting Tuesday morning.
Veteran finally granted US citizenship -- 53 years after receiving Purple Heart while serving in Vietnam
A Vietnam War veteran and Purple Heart recipient has finally been granted US citizenship, more than 50 years after his military duty.
Texas teen wins $25K for work on possible COVID-19 solution
14-year-old eighth-grader Anika Chebrolu of Frisco has won the 2020 3M Young Scientist Challenge for her study on COVID-19.
HFD arson investigator shot and killed in northwest Houston, suspect identified
The Houston Fire Department says Arson Investigator Lemuel Bruce, 44, was shot and killed in the line of duty early Friday morning.
Beto O'Rourke to teach politics course at Texas State next spring
Pending finalization of his hire, O'Rourke will join the Texas State faculty as an adjunct lecturer.
Baby Nick dies at home hours after release from Texas Children's Hospital
10-month-old Baby Nick died at his home hours after he was released from Texas Children's Hospital.
Texas couple forced child to jump on trampoline until she died of dehydration, police say
A Texas couple could be facing capital murder charges after police say they forced an 8-year-old child to jump on a trampoline until she died of dehydration.
Heavy turnout reported across the state as Texas begins early voting
Long lines were reported at several Texas polling places across the state as early voting got underway three weeks before election day.
Black man sues Texas city for $1M after viral photo showed mounted officers leading him by rope
A Black man who was led by a rope by two white officers on horseback has sued a southeast Texas city and its police department for $1 million, saying he suffered humiliation and fear during his arrest.
Baby Nick to be released with parents after judge denies more time on life support
Baby Nick is going home to be in his parents' care. The family received the news Friday night around 10 p.m.
Feds: Man stole $17M in COVID-19 relief, bought luxury cars, houses
A Texas man has been accused of stealing $17 million in COVID-19 relief funds and spending the money on luxury cars and houses.
Trans activist, journalist Monica Roberts dies at 58
The passing of Trans Activist and Journalist Monica Roberts is being mourned by Houston and the nation. She is remembered for her work advocating for the fair treatment of her Black trans sisters.
Dallas woman charged with murder after allegedly performing illegal butt injection
A woman who has allegedly been performing illegal silicone butt injections in Dallas for years is now charged with murder for the death of one of her clients.
Dad dances in hospital parking lot to lift son's spirits during cancer treatment
A father in Texas is using his bad dance moves to give his son a good laugh.
Carrollton PD: Man hunted his child's mother before murdering her
A man accused of murdering the mother of his child when she was trying to go to work posted bond and is out of jail.