Oscar Rosales, 51, was charged with capital murder for his alleged role in the shooting death of Corporal Charles Galloway.
Republican Commissioner Jack Cagle led the effort to seek a dissolution of a consent decree governing the county's misdemeanor bail system and to try to have a similar challenge to the county's felony bail system dismissed.
County Judge Lina Hidalgo and County Commissioner Adrian Garcia each face multiple Democratic opponents, and Democrats are lining up to challenge Republican Commissioner Jack Cagle.
The last day for Texans to register to vote in the March 1 primary election is fast approaching. Seven statewide seats are up for election, in addition to races for the Texas Legislature, Congress, the State Board of Education and judicial positions.
An emergency pandemic policy under the Trump and Biden administrations has led to more people covered by Medicaid in Texas, a state that has long refused to expand coverage. But it's unclear how long those protections will last.
Public opinion remains bitterly divided on the issue, but an imminent Supreme Court decision could overturn or dramatically undercut Roe v. Wade.
While some of the state’s restaurants and bars have dealt with temporary closures or staffing shortages fueled by the COVID-19 variant, others have been relatively unscathed.
January is the first month since July 2021 that more than 36 million families in the U.S. did not receive money from the expanded child tax credit program. For some, the consequences are already dire.
Guest: Professor Jaana Porra
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On Monday's show: Identifying new coronavirus variants and drug-resistant bacteria, how news organizations cover COVID-19, and an Alzheimer's expert answers your questions.
The faces of therapy are changing as communities of color seek out more trustworthy, relatable support services for mental health wellness and spiritual mind treatment
Specific homeless camps may fuel property crime, but one researcher says on average, camps do not appear to increase city-wide crime rates.
The Federal Reserve is gearing up to raise interest rates after inflation hit a 40-year high, sparking fears in Wall Street about what these steps will mean for the economy.
A toddler burned his hand on the stove. The pediatrician told mom over the phone to take him to the emergency room. But after a long wait for a doctor who never showed, they left. Then the bill came.
It's a pandemic predicament. With only 1 recorded case of COVID-19 in their island nation, Tongans are desperate for help after the volcanic eruption — but eager to keep the virus out.
The Texas Workforce Commission reports the number of unemployed workers in the state dropped from 5.2% in November 2021 to 5% in December.
Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in national and local politics.
On Friday's show: Why the median cost for a house in Houston hit an all-time high last month along with a rise in rents, and how the mental health field can improve how it serves people of color.
Meat Loaf, born Marvin Lee Aday, was best known for Bat Out Of Hell, one of the best selling albums of all time.
The Houston Matters panel of non-experts weighs in on stories from the week’s news and decides if they’re good, bad, or ugly.
Today, it’s our career counseling show. Are you reassessing how to find meaning in your work? A career coach is here to discuss tips and field questions on how to reach your full potential.
Brady is vacating what’s generally regarded a solidly Republican seat, Texas’ 8th Congressional District.
The FBI confirmed that it conducted a search of Congressman Henry Cuellar's Laredo home on Wednesday but did not specify what it is investigating. Cuellar's office said it is cooperating with the FBI.
Acevedo, who was also Houston’s former chief, is suing his former employer and city commissioners in Miami, saying his public firing three months ago was in retaliation for him speaking out against corruption.
On Thursday's show: The latest forecast and whether the state's energy grid is prepared for another blast of cold weather.
Most of Texas has been hit by cold temperatures that could last into the weekend.
The Houston mayor called movement on the Freedom to Vote Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act "a defining moment."
About one-third of Houston's economy is tied to the oil and gas industry.
Dr. Mary Bowden, a doctor in River Oaks, had her provisional privileges taken away after making claims online related to vaccine efficacy.
President Biden took questions from reporters on Wednesday as his term approaches the one-year mark. "Should we have done more testing earlier? Yes. But we're doing more now," he said.
Young people helped mobilize voters for President Biden. Many now feel Biden hasn't pushed hard enough to deliver on the immigration goals he set.
Democrats in the Senate will proceed to a vote on two voting rights bills Wednesday, despite lacking the votes needed to pass either measure.
A family member of at least one of the kids discovered the scene inside the home near Houston, according to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.
On Wednesday's show: We learn why oil prices have spiked to their highest point since 2014, and we discuss the week in politics.
Transgender students are prohibited from playing on school sports teams that align with their gender identity under legislation taking effect Tuesday.