West Harris County plane crash ends in fire, pilot survives
A small plane crashed near West Houston Airport, hitting a tree and catching fire. The pilot escaped uninjured. An investigation by Texas authorities is underway.
A small plane crashed near West Houston Airport, hitting a tree and catching fire. The pilot escaped uninjured. An investigation by Texas authorities is underway.
A Texas Senate bill seeks to stop the State Fair of Texas from banning firearms, moving to the House of Representatives after Senate approval. Supporters cite Second Amendment rights, while opponents raise public safety concerns. The bill targets a loophole in firearm bans at government-owned sites, reversing the fair’s 2024 gun policy. If passed, it will impose fines for violations and may impact similar events across Texas.
Houston police officers responded to a suicide attempt involving a man wielding a knife on Thursday evening. During the encounter on West Sam Houston Parkway, an officer fatally shot the man as he approached them with the weapon.
On May 15, 2025, the Texas Senate approved a bill to disband the Texas Lottery Commission, transferring its operations to the Department of Licensing and Regulation. The bill awaits the Texas House’s consideration amid controversies over online ticket sales and courier services. The Sunset Advisory Committee will review the lottery’s future, with potential abolition by August 2027.
Demery Ardell Wilson sues Whataburger for nearly $1 million after receiving a burger with onions, causing an allergic reaction. He previously sued Sonic for a similar issue.
Texas Senate Bill 17, seeking to bar land sales to citizens of China, Iran, North Korea, and Russia, faces backlash from Asian American communities fearing discrimination. The bill is under legislative review, with ongoing discussions among Texas lawmakers.
Texas House Bill 1674, concerning the regulation of PFAS in biosolid fertilizers, misses a key legislative deadline. The bill, supported by farmers and facing opposition from utilities, aims to protect Texas farmland from contamination. Despite bipartisan backing, challenges remain as the bill’s future is uncertain in the current session.
A Houston federal grand jury indicted 54-year-old Christiana Ogbonnaya, a former nurse, for allegedly falsifying medical records at a Veterans Administration medical center, connected to a patient’s death. The indictment highlights the significance of accurate record-keeping in healthcare, as authorities continue investigations to maintain accountability.
HISD substantiates sexual misconduct claims against Lloyd Ford, a former employee, but withholds broader community notification, raising questions about communication and transparency.
Former MMA fighter Artur Rofi charged with murder after allegedly fatally stabbing neighbor in Houston. Police investigate self-defense claim.