Hurricane Laura forces hundreds of thousands to evacuate Gulf Coast
More than 385,000 residents were told to flee the Texas cities of Beaumont, Galveston and Port Arthur, and another 200,000 were ordered to leave low-lying Calcasieu Parish in southwestern Louisiana, where forecasters said as much as 13 feet (3.96 meters) of storm surge topped by waves could submerge whole communities.
More than 385,000 residents were told to flee the Texas cities of Beaumont, Galveston and Port Arthur, and another 200,000 were ordered to leave low-lying Calcasieu Parish in southwestern Louisiana, where forecasters said as much as 13 feet (3.96 meters) of storm surge topped by waves could submerge whole communities.
Fort Worth mom accused of slashing 4-year-old daughter’s throat, dumping body in trash
A Fort Worth mother is accused of slashing her 4-year-old daughter’s throat and then dumping her body in a backyard trash can.
A Fort Worth mother is accused of slashing her 4-year-old daughter’s throat and then dumping her body in a backyard trash can.
Gov. Abbott issues state disaster declaration as two tropical systems approach the Texas coast
The governor also has announced that FEMA and President Trump have granted a Federal Emergency Declaration request for public assistance.
The governor also has announced that FEMA and President Trump have granted a Federal Emergency Declaration request for public assistance.
Mother of missing Fort Hood soldier pleads for the public's help to find him
The missing Fort Hood soldier is her son, Elder Fernandes.
The missing Fort Hood soldier is her son, Elder Fernandes.
Missing Fort Hood soldier reported 'abusive sexual contact' before disappearance
The missing Fort Hood soldier has not been seen since Monday afternoon when he was dropped off at his home in Killeen by his staff sergeant.
The missing Fort Hood soldier has not been seen since Monday afternoon when he was dropped off at his home in Killeen by his staff sergeant.
Video shows large group of Baylor students gathering amid social distancing restrictions
Video of the gathering shows a large group of people socializing.
Video of the gathering shows a large group of people socializing.
6 hospitalized after pipeline explosion at port in Corpus Christi
Six people have been hospitalized after a pipeline exploded Friday in Corpus Christi’s port and refinery district, officials said.
Six people have been hospitalized after a pipeline exploded Friday in Corpus Christi’s port and refinery district, officials said.
A 14 year old hit and run victim says she feels bad for the person who fled the scene
14-year-old London Banks was badly injured in a hit and run crash and has come a long way in her recovering during the pandemic, and is even find time to help others.
14-year-old London Banks was badly injured in a hit and run crash and has come a long way in her recovering during the pandemic, and is even find time to help others.
Confederate statue finds home at Houston Museum of African American Culture
While most people might want to destroy the Confederate statue and forget about it, John Guess Jr. CEO of The Houston Museum of African American Culture wants people to remember it talk about it and heal from it.
While most people might want to destroy the Confederate statue and forget about it, John Guess Jr. CEO of The Houston Museum of African American Culture wants people to remember it talk about it and heal from it.
Grand Prairie plastics manufacturing plant fire contained, mostly extinguished
A massive fire is burning at an industrial park in Grand Prairie, west of Dallas. Firefighters are concerned about the toxic smoke and power lines that they said will come down at some point.
A massive fire is burning at an industrial park in Grand Prairie, west of Dallas. Firefighters are concerned about the toxic smoke and power lines that they said will come down at some point.
74-year-old suspected serial rapist arrested for sexual assault of Dallas woman in 1985
A 74-year-old man who authorities believe is linked to at least six sexual assaults in Dallas and Shreveport, Louisiana between 1980-1985, has been arrested for one of those sexual assaults.
A 74-year-old man who authorities believe is linked to at least six sexual assaults in Dallas and Shreveport, Louisiana between 1980-1985, has been arrested for one of those sexual assaults.
Dog dies after being left outside in Houston heat on chain without shade, water
Protect your pets from this heat or you could face potential charges.
Protect your pets from this heat or you could face potential charges.
"Horrific cruelty": $5K reward for info on killing of 5 horses near Pearland
The Humane Society of the United States is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of those responsible for killing and dismembering five horses near Pearland since May.
The Humane Society of the United States is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of those responsible for killing and dismembering five horses near Pearland since May.
Texas officials announce proposal that would punish cities for defunding police departments
The proposal comes a week after Austin City Council announced that it would be cutting $150 million from APD's budget.
The proposal comes a week after Austin City Council announced that it would be cutting $150 million from APD's budget.
Husband of woman who prayed every day outside hospital for his recovery has died
A woman kept her promise until the end of praying outside her husband's hospital window for more than a month as he lay in a coma fighting COVID-19.
A woman kept her promise until the end of praying outside her husband's hospital window for more than a month as he lay in a coma fighting COVID-19.
Community praises police after peaceful ending to standoff in Cedar Park
Cedar Park Police said there is an internal investigation taking place and each officer has been placed on paid administrative leave.
Cedar Park Police said there is an internal investigation taking place and each officer has been placed on paid administrative leave.
Suspect surrenders after 3 officers hurt in Cedar Park shootout
26-year-old Joseph Taylor will be charged with three counts of aggravated assault on a public officer and three charges of kidnapping — all first degree felonies.
26-year-old Joseph Taylor will be charged with three counts of aggravated assault on a public officer and three charges of kidnapping — all first degree felonies.
Texas assisted living facility throws 'wild' party for residents with temporary tattoos and drinks
An assisted living facility threw a happy hour party with booze and (temporary) tattoos for their residents, and it was a big hit.
An assisted living facility threw a happy hour party with booze and (temporary) tattoos for their residents, and it was a big hit.
Texas becomes 4th state to surpass 10,000 virus deaths
Texas has surpassed 10,000 confirmed coronavirus deaths as the lingering toll of a massive summer outbreak continues.
Texas has surpassed 10,000 confirmed coronavirus deaths as the lingering toll of a massive summer outbreak continues.
Barricaded suspect who shot 3 Cedar Park police officers surrenders peacefully
All three hostages have been released and the suspect surrendered to police at around 9 a.m.
All three hostages have been released and the suspect surrendered to police at around 9 a.m.