A former state Supreme Court justice, Texas attorney general and a four-term U.S. senator, Cornyn had held on in the Republican Party as it transformed from the party of Bush, to the Tea Party movement and eventually the dominion of Trump.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton wins Republican runoff for US Senate, defeating longtime Sen. John Cornyn.

The attorney general’s victory is a crushing blow to the Texas GOP's old guard, which has faltered in recent years against the Paxton-led insurgent wing.

State Rep. James Talarico will be holding a campaign rally in Houston on Wednesday.

Texas Tech announced the NCAA has denied the school’s petition to have Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby’s eligibility reinstated after he acknowledged wagering on sports, including on his own team when he was a freshman.

An overturned 18-wheeler has caused all westbound lanes of US 290 to be shut down.

An 11-year-old boy who went missing in the waters off Surfside Beach over Memorial Day weekend has been found dead, according to Texas EquuSearch founder Tim Miller.

Polls are now open across Texas for the primary runoff election, where voters will decide which Republican and Democratic candidates advance to the November general election.

John Cornyn is trying to fend off Ken Paxton. Both parties are picking attorney general nominees. And an oil and gas regulatory race has become uncharacteristically costly.

Houston area continues to be a powerhouse when it comes to high school and five area teams look to bring home the hardware from Austin.

The Houston Astros haven’t had the start fans hoped for in 2026, but the squad gave its traveling supporters something to cheer about Wednesday night.

Texas voters head to the polls Tuesday in several closely watched runoff elections, including a high-profile Democratic congressional matchup in Houston and the Republican U.S. Senate runoff drawing national attention.

Search crews are still combing the waters off Surfside Beach more than 24 hours after a 11-year-old boy was swept away while swimming.

A 17-year-old boy was rushed to the hospital Monday afternoon after suffering serious injuries from a shark bite while aboard a boat offshore near Galveston, according to the U.S. Coast Guard.

Texas Republican Senate candidates Sen. John Cornyn and state Attorney General Ken Paxton are going to be scarcely visible in public on the last day of campaigning ahead of Tuesday's runoff.

Harris County officials are continuing to investigate a deadly shooting at a Spring apartment complex that left two people dead, and authorities have now announced an arrest in the case.

Montgomery County deputies responded to an active shooting on Nottingham Street in the eastern part of the county near I-69 and SH 99.

A man was shot outside a corner store on Bellfort Ave. in Houston late Thursday night following an argument with a woman, who is now the prime suspect.

A man was killed and another injured in a shooting at Pine Gardens Apartments in Houston late Thursday night. Police say the incident followed an argument among residents who may have been drinking together. The suspect reportedly opened fire as the victims tried to leave. No arrests have been made as the investigation continues.

A former Magnolia ISD second-grade teacher has been arrested, accused of inappropriately touching multiple students during his time as a teacher at Magnolia Parkway Elementary School.

At KPRC 2, “2 Helps You” is known for listening to Houstonians, tackling problems, getting answers, and holding the people responsible accountable.

The department shared video of the capture. In it, you can see the small alligator that decided to take a swim in the pool.

2026 Primary Runoff Election results for Texas.

The state’s spot review found Texas public colleges were not using diversity, equity and inclusion efforts on campuses.

The lawsuit comes after a Galveston County family said their 13-year-old daughter was sexually assaulted by a person she interacted with on the platform.

Waymo has suspended driverless car services in Atlanta and Texas after one of its vehicles was stranded by flooding during heavy rains that will likely also hinder travel in a large swath of the U.

Ken Paxton is playing up President Donald Trump's endorsement as the Texas attorney general heads into the final days of U.S. Senate primary runoff against incumbent John Cornyn.

Our Rhythm Energy Athlete of the Week is Barbers Hill’s Macie Bryant who’s one of the best pitchers in the country.

Authorities say a suspect is in custody after a 40-year-old man was shot and killed near Splendora Thursday.

A new analysis of Texas Education Agency data shows public school enrollment declined by more than 76,000 students last school year, with Hispanic students accounting for the majority of the statewide drop.

As Harris County election costs climb, county leaders are exploring ways to reduce runoff elections, including consolidating election dates and ranked choice voting.

A man accused of spiking his pregnant girlfriend’s drink with an abortion pill in Montgomery County, leading to the death of her unborn child, appeared in court Thursday.

Scottie Scheffler won’t be the wire-to-wire winner of his hometown CJ Cup Byron Nelson again this year.

A rollover crash occurred early Thursday in the HOV lane of southbound Highway 288 near Hughes Ranch Road in Pearland, resulting in one death and two injuries.

As rain continues to move across the Houston area, health officials are warning that the wet weather is also creating the perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes.

Dallas’ Cooper Flagg, Charlotte’s Kon Knueppel and Philadelphia’s VJ Edgecombe were all unanimous first-team selections for the NBA’s All-Rookie team, which was unveiled Wednesday night.

The Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office says a case involving a man accused of secretly giving his pregnant girlfriend an abortion pill — leading to the death of her unborn child — may be the first of its kind in Texas.

A former correctional officer with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice has pleaded guilty to a federal civil rights violation after admitting he participated in a conspiracy to assault an inmate at a prison in East Texas.

Advocates say the federal government’s new work requirements and immigration crackdown has limited food stamp participation. The state says the recent decline is part of normal fluctuations in enrollment.

The Katy Tigers softball team has been lethal in the batter’s box, hitting more than 60 home runs this season, winning their last 18 straight games, and getting to the state semifinal round of the playoffs this weekend.

ProPublica and The Texas Tribune have identified at least 30 lawsuits filed by the attorney general over the past nine years that have a tenuous connection to the counties in which they were filed.

A Montgomery County man accused of secretly giving a pregnant woman an abortion pill that killed their unborn baby, has been officially indicted by a grand jury.

Galveston County has installed new AI-powered flood sensors in Friendswood and League City that officials say could help residents track rising water levels in real time and better prepare for dangerous flooding conditions.

Some party leaders are also also alleging GOP interference on behalf of Galindo, who said she would “turn Karnes ICE Detention Center into a prison for American Zionists” if elected.

Fort Bend Independent School District says it will use new name pronunciation technology during all 12 graduation ceremonies this year, allowing students to record their names in advance to help ensure accurate pronunciation as they walk the stage. The district says the move is aimed at honoring students’ identities in one of the nation’s most diverse school districts.

If your next road trip includes a stop at Buc-ee’s, there’s a new gas payment policy you’ll want to know before pulling up to the pump. The Texas-based travel center chain has rolled out a new “pay-at-the-pump” rule that changes how customers using credit and debit cards can buy fuel.

SpaceX has had seven OSHA violations in the past year. Despite the worker’s death, the next rocket launch is scheduled for May 21.

Baytown police say a suspect is in custody after a drive-by shooting wounded a man outside a nursing home Tuesday.

Our podcast looks into declining public school enrollment and other impacts of the federal immigration crackdown.

In the GOP runoff for Texas Railroad commissioner, billionaires, big oil companies and trade groups flood the campaign pockets of candidates Jim Wright and Bo French.

Officials have now identified both the victim and the suspect after a 21-year-old woman was found shot to death inside a home near Crosby on Monday afternoon.

President Donald Trump has endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, supercharging his effort to oust incumbent Sen. John Cornyn in a Republican primary runoff.

Here’s what you should know about the market forces at play and what higher prices mean for oil companies and the state.

The longtime state legislator, who announced in June he wasn’t seeking reelection, will serve as an assistant secretary of defense.

The Texas Rangers are investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting which happened in Galveston Monday afternoon.

As Houston prepares to welcome thousands of visitors for major events like the FIFA World Cup, child safety advocates are encouraging parents to start important conversations now about protecting children both online and in public spaces.

Four people were killed after a coach bus collided with a van in Port Arthur, Texas on Monday.

Hurricane season kicks off June 1st and while the season is forecasted to be slightly below normal, it only takes one storm to bring devastation to our home city of Houston.

The Coast Guard is searching for a kayaker who went missing near West Galveston Bay Sunday night.

Early voting for Texas’ May 26 primary runoff election begins Monday, giving voters across the state another chance to decide key races ahead of the November general election.

Officials in Austin, Texas, say three young people are in custody in at least 10 random shootings that left four people hurt in the city over the weekend.

Our series of explainers and guides will help you get ready to vote in the upcoming runoffs. Early voting begins May 18.

After years of trying to stop offshore wind projects, the Trump administration is now pausing routine federal permits for 165 land-based projects, including dozens in Texas.

Second baseman Jose Altuve will be placed on the injured list with a grade 2 left oblique strain, the latest blow to a Houston Astros team that has been ravaged by injuries.

A recent string of educator misconduct cases across the Houston area is raising new concerns about student safety as TEA data shows inappropriate educator relationship investigations have surged statewide.

Austin Police Department has issued a shelter-in-place in parts of South Austin as officials search for suspects connected to multiple shootings in the area.

A Pasadena police officer and two others were hospitalized after a chain-reaction crash on State Highway 225 during a traffic stop.

The Trump administration has run the names of at least 67 million voters through government databases as it looks for noncitizens and people who've died.

The Tomball restaurant manager accused of killing his coworker by giving her a fatal bump of fentanyl in August 2024 has been sentenced to six years in prison.

Pasadena ISD has become the latest Houston-area district to consider school closures as falling enrollment and rising costs create budget challenges across Texas public schools.

The incident started around 10:45 a.m. and is happening at a complex off 11th Street.

A cold front will bring an increase in rain and storms next week, flood risk is low.

A Kansas judge has protected access to gender-affirming care for transgender minors as the nation’s largest children’s hospital moved to restrict such care in Texa and buckled under pressure from the Trump administration.

Houston City Council District C voters will choose between Joe Panzarella and Nick Hellyar in a runoff election on Saturday, May 16, to fill the seat vacated by Abbie Kamin until January 2028.

The Texas Supreme Court has refused to declare that Democratic state lawmakers who briefly left the state last year in a quorum break to stop a vote on new congressional voting maps pushed by President Donald Trump vacated their offices.

More than 50 Democrats, including Wu — the House Democratic leader — left the state last August to shut down the Legislature and stall passage of the GOP’s map.

Attorney General Ken Paxton said on Friday that Texas Children’s must also pay $10 million to the state because it illegally provided transgender care to kids.

A teenage girl riding a gas-powered mini bike was killed in a crash near Ella Boulevard and Wied Road, south of Spring Cypress Road.

Some smoke shops say the flurry of court actions since March 31 has already forced them to scale back hours, cut staff and prepare to shut down.

Pearland’s Braxton Jones may only be a sophomore for the Oilers but the dual-sport athlete excelled on the football field in the fall and this past spring helped the baseball team to a 27-win season, 15-1 in district which led to a District Title, and reached the Area Round of the playoffs.

A U.S. judge on Thursday granted a preliminary injunction against critical sections of Senate Bill 4, but a provision allowing police to arrest people suspected of illegal entry did activate.

A man who experts said was intellectually disabled has become the 600th person executed in Texas since the state resumed carrying out the death penalty in 1982.

If you’re stopped at a red light in Texas and tempted to check a text, scroll social media, or answer a message, you could still be breaking the law.

Busby’s execution, set for Thursday evening, had been halted by a federal appeals court less than a week ago.

As Senior Fraud Awareness Day approaches on Friday, a new study shows Texas ranks in the middle of the pack when it comes to scams targeting older adults.

Cleveland ISD says an employee charged with an improper relationship involving a student is no longer on campus or in contact with students.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sent letters to over 130 cities, including multiple cities in Southeast Texas, notifying them that they are prohibited from raising ad valorem taxes above the no-new-revenue tax rate.

Police in Clute said a 11-year-old girl riding her bike to school died after colliding with a pickup truck Thursday morning.

Attorney General Ken Paxton accused the cities, most of them small, of violating a state law aimed at preventing cities from unduly raising property taxes.

A newly obtained search warrant reveals disturbing allegations against a former Katy ISD employee accused of sexually abusing a 13-year-old student and communicating with the child through social media.

A Brazoria County attorney was held in contempt after a judge said he repeatedly used a racial slur “in a derisive manner” during a custody trial. Court records show the attorney must submit written apologies or face jail time and a fine.

PACs have accounted for 89% of ad spending in Texas’ congressional runoffs as crypto, AI and mystery groups flood the contests.

A new study from researchers at Texas A&M University suggests coffee may do more than give people a morning energy boost, it could help slow aging and protect against chronic disease.

Gov. Greg Abbott is expanding a state law enforcement effort targeting repeat violent offenders, directing the Texas Department of Public Safety to grow its “Texas Repeat Offender Task Force” beyond Houston to additional major metro areas.

Small cities in big Texas metro areas are the fastest-growing in the U.S. The Census Bureau reported Thursday that Celina, Princeton, Melissa and Anna were at the top of the list from mid-2024 to mid-2025.

Six of Texas’ largest cities lost residents in 2025: Dallas, El Paso, Arlington, Plano, Irving and Garland.

Authorities say 22-year-old Kaitlyn Graves was found dead inside her Cypress Station apartment after family members requested a welfare check.

Time is running out to challenge your property tax bill, and the savings could be significant.

Time is running out to challenge your property tax bill, and the savings could be significant.

The law, which gives state law enforcement and judges a role in immigration enforcement, is set to go into effect in two days.