Harris County Clerk addressing election rumors on first day of early voting
On the first day of early voting in Harris County, enthusiastic voters, including first-timers, are casting their ballots in record numbers as election officials ensure a smooth process amidst common voting myths.
46 people hospitalized after eating same meal at Maryland seafood distributor
A mass food poisoning incident in Jessup, Maryland, has left 46 people seeking medical attention after consuming the same meal on Monday.
Car gets towed with baby inside while mom was drinking at bar, according to police
A Houston mother is facing charges after leaving her 3-year-old child in her car, which was subsequently towed away, unaware that the child was inside.
Houston Apartment Fire: Firefighter, civilian injured during 2-alarm apartment fire
Authorities are currently on the scene of a 2-alarm apartment fire that sparked up on Monday afternoon, officials said.
Woman goes missing in Maine forest for days, is rescued hundreds of feet from dead husband
Maine officials announced the rescue of Pamela Helmstadter on Thursday, who went missing with her husband John a few days earlier. John had died after suffering a fall.
Texas death row inmate Robert Roberson doesn't testify Monday in 'shaken baby syndrome' case
A man on death row who was set to testify before members of the Texas Legislature on Monday afternoon did not do so after all.
Soldiers pause to help girl celebrate 9th birthday during hurricane relief efforts
“I just thought it would be nice to do something special, so I called back to leadership, and we got her a cake. It turned into a little birthday party with the kids dressed in costumes—it was a good time," U.S Army Soldier, Spc. John Folk said.
Sapelo Island ferry dock collapse: Gangway last inspected in 2023, officials say
At least seven people were killed Saturday after part of a ferry dock collapsed on Georgia's Sapelo Island, according to a spokesperson for the state agency that operates it.
Should minimum wage be lower for workers who get tips? These 2 states will decide
The amount of money tipped workers make varies depending on the state. Currently, 14 states pay the federal minimum, or just above $2 an hour for tipped workers and $7 an hour for non-tipped workers.
Photo managers can help you organize, preserve family photos
A professional photo manager can help organize and digitize family photos.
Houston METRO offers free ride to polls for early voting, Election Day
Registered voters can get a free round-trip ride to Houston-area polling locations during early voting and on Election Day. Here's how.
Early voting 2024: What you need to know
Early voting begins in Texas on Monday. Here's what you need to know about where to vote, what's on the ballot and what you need to bring.
Houston homeowner defrauded by HomeBuy Solutions, jury awards significant damages to victim
An elderly Houston woman was defrauded by a home buying company, HomeBuy Solutions, but with the help of friends and legal counsel, she was able to expose the company's fraudulent practices and win a significant settlement.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs facing lawsuits from 7 new accusers, lawyer says
The cases date back as far as 2000, but most of the alleged events discussed in the lawsuits occurred in 2022, according to lawyer Tony Buzbee. One of the alleged victims was 13 years old at the time of the incident.
Robert Roberson to testify in front of Texas House Monday after life-saving subpoena
Roberson was sentenced to be executed on Thursday, but Texas lawmakers played a crucial role in halting the execution just hours before it was scheduled to happen.
Elon Musk's petition giveaway promises $1 million a day to voters: Is it legal?
Elon Musk has promised to give away $1 million a day until the Nov. 5 election for people who sign his PAC’s petition. Is that legal?
Texas’ junk science law is getting another look over Robert Roberson’s case
A 2013 law allows a person convicted of a crime to seek relief if the evidence used against them is no longer credible.
Elderly Humble woman shot while sitting in home
A Humble woman was rushed to the hospital after she was shot while sitting in her home.
5-year-old accidentally shoots herself, stepfather arrested while out on bond for gun charge
A Harris County 5-year-old is in the hospital after investigators say she accidentally shot herself.
'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.