Former Houston U.S. Rep. Bill Archer dies at 98
The Houston Republican served for three decades in Congress, rising to become chair of the powerful House Ways and Means Committee.
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Trump rings Wall Street's opening bell to mark 1st day of trading for Trump Accounts
President Donald Trump on Monday got to ring the opening bells for the New York Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq from the golden confines of the Oval Office.
Suspect in custody after taking car with 3 young girls inside in N. Harris County, HCSO says
HCSO said the mother parked, went inside the gas station, and left the car running with her 1-, 3-, and 10-year-old still inside before the suspect took off.
Moving this summer? Here’s how to avoid costly moving scams in Houston
Summer is the busiest time of year for Americans to move, but consumer advocates say it’s also prime time for moving scams that can cost victims thousands of dollars.According to the Federal Trade Commission, reports of moving fraud increased by 35% in 2025. Victims lost an average of nearly $2,8...
Child injured in alleged road rage crash near Grand Parkway, Harris County Precinct 4 deputies say
Harris County Constable Precinct 4 deputies are investigating a major crash near N. Grand Parkway West and the Tomball Parkway. Authorities say a child was injured in the wreck and was being evaluated by EMS at the scene.According to investigators, the crash may have unfolded after an alleged roa...
Man arrested after repairman found shot to death in NE Harris County home, sheriff's office says
Deputies found the repairman shot to death after family members said they were worried when he didn't come home from work, according to the sheriff's office.
UEFA says decision by FIFA to let U.S. forward play at World Cup is 'incomprehensible'
The Belgian soccer federation is challenging FIFA’s ruling to let Balogun play despite getting a red card in his previous game.
Multiple families displaced after fire breaks out at west Houston apartment complex, HFD says
Several residents in Houston's Westchase neighborhood are without a home on Monday after a massive fire broke out at an apartment overnight.
2 DWI arrests after drivers crash into Precinct 5 patrol units at Katy Freeway closure
Two suspected drunk drivers were arrested after, authorities say, they plowed into Harris County Constable Precinct 5 patrol vehicles during a nighttime closure on the westbound Katy Freeway near Westgreen Boulevard.Deputies with Precinct 5’s Toll Road Division were already on scene for a separat...
How Trump made more than $1 billion on crypto when most of his coin's investors lost money
Even as $TRUMP memecoin investors lost money, Trump reaped the rewards.
Harris County carjacking: Suspect allegedly stole vehicle with 3 children inside
A suspect was arrested after they allegedly stole a vehicle with children inside in the Aldine-area, according to Harris County Sheriff's Office.
2 hospitalized after fire breaks out at hotel in Third Ward, Houston Fire Department says
Fire crews said the person who was inside the room where the fire started is in critical condition with severe burns. A woman in the room just above that one is stable but has some burns and smoke inhalation, HFD said.
Delta pilot reports encounter with July Fourth firework before landing in Chicago
A Delta Air Lines flight and a firework reportedly came into contact in the sky above Chicago as the city celebrated the Fourth of July holiday.
Westchase apartment fire damages 12 units, firefighters injured
A fire broke out at a Westchase-area apartment complex on Sunday night, leaving 12 units damaged and several families without a home.
Harris County Precinct 4 arrests 25 suspected drunk drivers during Fourth of July weekend initiative
Harris County Constable Precinct 4 says deputies arrested 25 suspected drunk drivers during an enhanced Fourth of July holiday weekend DWI enforcement initiative across Precinct 4.According to the constable’s office, the proactive operation was designed to create a strong law enforcement presence...
Prosecutors argue the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk should stand trial
A key hearing kicks off Monday in Charlie Kirk's murder case in Utah, where prosecutors aim to convince a judge they have enough evidence to try the man accused of killing him and seek the death penalty.
Trump to meet with Ukraine's Zelenskyy and Syria's al-Sharaa during the NATO summit
The discussions will come as Kyiv tries to refocus Trump's attention on the conflict with Moscow and as Trump has publicly mused about Syria's role in the Middle East.
Tropics remain quiet, Saharan dust could return this week
The tropics remain relatively quiet for July, no complaints here.
Pop-up showers & storms possible this week
Small rain chances continue for Monday and Tuesday with hotter and drier conditions moving in later this week.
3 children safe after carjacking in Aldine, suspect detained
Three children are safe after a carjacking Monday morning in the Aldine area, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies responded to a call in the 700 block of Aldine Mail Route Road, where investigators learned a woman had gone into a store and left her three children, ages 1, 3 a...
Beyoncé drops surprise new song on July Fourth
The superstar singer dropped a single titled "Morning Dew (Donk)," her first music since the 2024 album "Act II: Cowboy Carter."
Car fire spreads to northwest Houston laundromat, forcing customers to evacuate
A car fire spread to a northwest Houston laundromat Sunday night, forcing customers to evacuate as flames and thick smoke filled the area.The Houston Fire Department responded around 8 p.m. to the fire at a washeteria in the 200 block of West Tidwell Road near Yale Street.Gunfire erupts after Fou...
2 hospitalized after fire at south central Houston hotel
Two people were hospitalized after an overnight fire at a hotel in south-central Houston, including one person who remains in critical condition.The Houston Fire Department responded just after midnight Monday to the Deluxe Inn in the 2600 block of Truxillo Street near Live Oak Street.After the S...
Man completes journey to all 14 presidential museums at Obama Presidential Center in Chicago
A traveler who spent nearly a decade visiting every presidential museum in the United States completed his journey at the Obama Presidential Center, achieving a goal he set as part of a broader effort to explore the country's history ahead of America's 250th birthday.
2-year-old and 74-year-old woman dead after drowning in Spring neighborhood pond, HCSO says
Investigators said that a neighborhood stroll turned tragic after a young boy and his relative were pulled from a pond and later pronounced dead.
Freedom Over Texas draws record-breaking crowd, mayor praises Houston for successful America 250
Thank you, H-Town! Freedom Over Texas saw a record-breaking crowd, according to Houston officials.
74-year-old woman, 2-year-old child die after drowning at Harris County pond
A 74-year-old woman died and a 2-year-old child was hospitalized after they were pulled from a neighborhood pond in northeast Harris County, authorities said.
2-year-old, 74-year-old relative die after being pulled from neighborhood pond in north Harris County
A family visit ended in tragedy Sunday evening after a 2-year-old child and a 74-year-old relative died following an apparent drowning in a north Harris County neighborhood pond, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies responded around 6 p.m. to the 900 block of Spring Lakes Have...
Tearful Neymar retires from Brazil after World Cup exit to Norway: 'Now it's over'
Neymar said he is retiring from playing for Brazil after his team's World Cup exit at the hands of Norway in the round of 16 on Sunday.
Walker and Paredes hit HRs, 4 pitchers combine for shutout as Astros beat Rays 2-0
Christian Walker and Isaac Paredes hit solo home runs, and four pitchers combined on a four-hit shutout, and the Houston Astros beat the Tampa Bay Rays 2-0.
President Trump asked FIFA to review US World Cup star Folarin Balogun's red card ban, sources say
President Donald Trump made a call to FIFA to ask Gianni Infantino to review Folarin Balogun's red card, according to ABC News sources. Balogun's one-game ban was suspended by FIFA, allowing him to play against Belgium.
Records share new details on crashes before Montgomery County deputy's death
Records say two other crashes happened on I-45 before the crash that killed Deputy Erika Serrato.
Child in 'serious condition' after being rescued from Humble-area pool, sheriff's office says
A child was rescued from an Humble-area pool and is in serious condition, Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said. He urged the public to practice water safety after deputies responded to two separate water-related incidents involving children.
Shootout erupts in South Houston during alleged argument over fireworks, 2 injured
Police say guns were pulled during an argument after some residents confronted neighbors who were popping fireworks.
Former Texas Congressman Bill Archer passes away at 98
Former U.S. Rep. Bill Archer, a staunch conservative who represented the Houston area in Congress for three decades and chaired the powerful House Ways and Means Committee, has died. He was 98.
Seaplane carrying 10 people makes hard landing in East River
The FDNY says the plane was carrying 10 civilians. It says the plane is "upright in the water and being towed back to dock." No injuries have been reported.
Fireworks stands rebound after holiday thefts, urge others to stay vigilant
Boom Shack's owner is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to a conviction and says he's continued to pass along tips to investigators.
9-year-old child injured by celebratory gunfire in east Harris County, sheriff's office says
The sheriff's office said a 9-year-old was rushed to the hospital after the child was struck in the arm by celebratory gunfire in east Harris County.
Calls for revenge as senior Iranian officials appear in public for supreme leader's funeral
Crowds of hundreds of thousands chanted "Death to America" and "Death to Israel," as they called for revenge over the Feb. 28 attack.
9-year-old shot by celebratory gunfire in Channelview on Fourth of July, Harris County deputies say
A family gathering in the Channelview area turned frightening overnight after a 9-year-old child was struck by a bullet while outside in the backyard, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies said the incident happened at a home in the 1500 block of Park Drive. Investigators belie...
9-year-old shot in Channelview, possibly from celebratory gunfire
Officials say a child was hit by a bullet Saturday night near Bear Lake.