Tom Homan clashes with CBS’ Margaret Brennan on fatal Houston ICE shooting

White House border official Tom Homan defended U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) use of unmarked vehicles on Sunday. On CBS’ “Face the Nation.” Clash with moderator Margaret Brennan over whether officers displayed emergency lights while pursuing a Houston man who was fatally shot. Homan argued that unmarked vehicles helped officers locate suspects and asserted … Read more

1 hurt after shooting at car wash in southeast Houston, shots fired toward deputy, HPD says

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) – One person was injured and a deputy was shot after a shooting at a car wash in southeast Houston Friday afternoon, according to the Houston Police Department. While authorities confirmed that a person had been shot, they did not say what condition the person was in, nor did they provide a … Read more

ICE officers not wearing body cameras during deadly Houston ICE shooting, DHS says, as family pushes for answers

Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was shot and killed on Tuesday. byLuke Barr and Meredith DeLiso Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 10:43 pm Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers were not wearing body-worn cameras during Deadly shooting on ice A Mexican national during an operation in Houston this week, according to the Department of Homeland Security. The cameras … Read more

Dr. Robert B. Sloan, Jr., Houston Christian University president, dies, board announces

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) – Houston Christian University President Robert B. Sloan Jr., according to the university’s board of directors. Board Chairman Ramiro Peña issued a statement Saturday announcing Dr. Sloan’s unexpected passing on July 4. Houston Christian University President Robert P. Sloan Jr. died on July 4, 2026, according to the university’s board of governors. … Read more

Houston traffic: I-10 near Eldridge shut down after deadly accident involving 18-wheeler, passenger vehicle

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) – Debris has been removed after the fatal crash involving an 18-wheeler and a diesel fuel leak Wednesday morning, according to TranStar cameras. The crash was first reported on I-10 near Eldridge at about 5 a.m Police have closed all inside lanes near Dairy Ashford as the investigation continues, said Sheriff Ed … Read more

Man killed in drive-by shooting in northwest Houston neighborhood, police say

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) – A man is dead after a drive-by shooting in the Acres Homes neighborhood in north Houston on Monday afternoon, according to police. The Houston Police Department said homicide detectives are investigating the shooting that was reported near the intersection of Dalview Avenue and Yorkdale Drive. According to HPD, officers responded to … Read more

Rehabilitated bald eagle released in Anahuac after 3 months of medical treatment for head injury, Houston SPCA says

A bald eagle that had been rehabilitated and treated for three months has finally been released into its natural habitat in Anahuac, the Houston Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals announced Thursday. According to SPCA of Houston officials, the bald eagle was brought to their wildlife center on March 20 due to a … Read more

Woman killed, man critically injured in southwest Houston shooting, HPD says

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) – A woman is dead and a man is hospitalized after a shooting in southwest Houston, according to the Houston Police Department. According to investigators, the shooting was reported Thursday evening in the 8700 block of Justin Lane. Lt. Larry Crowson told Eyewitness News that investigators suspect the incident was related to … Read more

Juneteenth Celebrations Houston: Culture Fest at Miller Outdoor Theatre looks to connect art, music, and community

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) – Houstonians have been celebrating Juneteenth for decades, and there are more and more events to celebrate the day. That includes Juneteenth Culture Festival at Miller Outdoor Theater. This year’s event will include a temporary exhibition featuring five local artists: Ramajay Artistic – Contemporary painter working in acrylic and oil Bex Wegner … Read more

13 Alert Traffic: All WB lanes reopen on I-10 near SH-99 after overturned big rig cleared, Houston TranStar reports

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 11:57 pm HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) – All westbound lanes on the Katy Expressway near Bean Oak Road were reopened after a large overturned rig was cleared Tuesday afternoon, according to Houston Transtar. Houston Transtar reported that the accident occurred around 12:20 p.m., noting that the four westbound lanes and the … Read more