Houston and Galveston

VIDEO October 29

Suspect accused of kidnapping 13-year-old Texas girl caught on camera

A man accused of trying to kidnap a 13-year-old girl in Galveston, Texas, was caught on surveillance video near the scene. (Galveston Police Department)

True Crime October 29

Private investigator challenges Houston officials on bayou serial killer theory after 16 deaths this year

Family raises concerns over autopsy errors in Kenneth Cutting Jr.'s case after 22-year-old found dead in Houston's Buffalo Bayou with undetermined cause of death.

True Crime October 24

‘He knew how to swim’: Family rejects ‘accident’ as Houston bayou death mystery deepens

Family disputes police theory that Kenneth Cutting Jr. accidentally drowned in Buffalo Bayou, citing suspicious circumstances and his swimming ability.

Homicide October 21

Alleged drunken driver blames fashion fail for crash that killed man on first date: report

Kristina Chambers was charged with manslaughter for allegedly fatally striking Joseph McMullin while driving drunk, and her defense blames Christian Louboutin heels.

Houston and Galveston October 20

Democrat mayor's 'gaslighting' amid serial killer fears called out by grieving family

Houston officials face mounting pressure as 16 bodies have been pulled from the city's bayous this year, sparking debate over whether a serial killer is targeting victims.

True Crime October 11

Former detective says string of Houston deaths may be linked to alleged ‘Smiley Face’ killer network

Houston authorities deny serial killer connections after 16 bodies recovered from bayous, while retired detective Kevin Gannon proposes controversial theory.

Elections October 10

EXCLUSIVE: Dan Crenshaw's GOP challenger says ‘days in Congress are numbered’ as race heats up

A Texas conservative is claiming that one of the Republican Party’s most recognizable figures' “days in Congress are numbered" after his campaign to unseat him has had early success.

Houston and Galveston October 9

Houston police discover 16 bodies in bayous this year as mayor dismisses serial killer speculation

Experts call for extensive investigation after 16 bodies discovered in Houston bayous, though officials say no evidence links the deaths to a serial killer.

Joe Biden September 26

Immigrants charged with shooting up youth baseball game in major city granted legal status under Biden

Two immigrants granted legal U.S. status under the Biden administration were charged with shooting up a children’s baseball game in the Houston area, according to a DHS statement.

Texas September 25

Houston youth baseball coach shot during pregame prayer with players; 3 suspects in custody

Three suspects were arrested on felony charges after a Houston youth baseball coach was shot and wounded during a pregame prayer with his team.

Crime September 23

Video shows youth baseball players running for cover as shots ring out at game

Waller County authorities identify three suspects in shooting incident at Katy baseball field that injured coach during youth game Sunday.