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Two Houston police officers were hospitalized after a wrong-way driver struck their patrol vehicle in the Heights, according to HPD.
The Houston Texans delivered a decisive win over the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, strengthening their playoff push and energizing fans across the city.
Political analysts in Houston discuss President Donald Trump’s first 11 months in office and what the administration’s actions could mean for local residents and businesses.
A shooting at a Southeast Houston park left a young boy dead and a girl injured, prompting police to ask the public for leads.
Several people were injured in a multi-vehicle crash on Hempstead Road in Houston, causing major delays for commuters.
A late-night block party in Houston turned deadly, prompting a local community leader to deliver an emotional message about safety and unity.
Four Houston firefighters were hurt early Monday when an 18-wheeler crashed into their parked fire truck on U.S. 59. The collision shut down lanes and raised new concerns about roadside safety.
Four Houston firefighters were injured in a collision with an 18-wheeler in Kingwood. The union is asking residents for prayers as crews recover.
A gathering at a southeast Houston park ended in gunfire, killing a boy and injuring a girl, according to police.
A new study shows that Houston’s lowest-income ZIP codes have the fewest mental‑health resources, raising concerns for residents and local leaders.