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Man charged with murder in connection with the deaths of a California couple at a nudist resort

A man was charged with murder on suspicion of killing his neighbors at a California nudist resort, San Bernardino County District Attorney Jason Anderson announced Tuesday afternoon in a news conference.

30-year-old charged with murder in connection with train shooting near Chicago that killed 4 passengers, police say

A Chicago man has been charged with murder in connection with the fatal shootings of four passengers who appeared to be sleeping on a Chicago Transit Authority train Monday morning, police say.

Carjackers crash stolen car into home, flee scene, police say

Philadelphia police are searching for three men who they say stole a car at gunpoint and then crashed it into a home in West Philadelphia.

Former aide to New York governors charged with acting as an agent of the Chinese government

A former aide to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and former Gov. Andrew Cuomo was charged with acting as an agent for the Chinese government, US Attorney Breon Peace announced Tuesday.

Houston: A Beacon for Hispanic Literature Recovery and Cultural Preservation

Houston stands tall as a vibrant epicenter for Hispanic literature recovery and cultural preservation in Texas, reflecting the city's deep-rooted connection to Hispanic heritage. With Hispanics comprising 44% of the city's population, according to the latest U.S. Census, the influence …

Remarks by Vice President Harris at a Campaign Event

Can we hear it for Tyrese? (Applause.) Tyrese, I want to thank you for your extraordinary leadership and all of your words and the heart and soul that you put into your work, like I know all the members of …

Team Harris-Walz Shatters Records with Historic $25 Million Investment in Down-Ballot Democrats

In an unprecedented show of support for the Democratic Party, the Harris-Walz campaign has announced a record-breaking $25 million investment in down-ballot races across the nation. This landmark transfer, the largest ever in a presidential election cycle, underscores the campaign's …

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson was once Matt Damon’s scene partner in a Harvard drama class

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson had a different brush with fame long before she joined the Supreme Court.

US captures ISIS leader who helped terror group escapees, military says

The US captured an ISIS leader who helped escapees of the terror group after they fled a detention facility in Syria, according to US Central Command.

Joey Chestnut breaks own world record, beating rival Takeru Kobayashi in Netflix’s hot dog eating showdown

Joey Chestnut demolished his world hot dog eating record Monday, beating longtime rival Takeru Kobayashi in a showdown billed as “unfinished beef” between the two biggest global stars in professional competitive eating.

Two rescued from stricken yacht ‘at the mercy of the elements’ in 24-hour ordeal

Two people have been rescued after a terrifying night at sea as six-meter (20-foot) waves tossed their stricken yacht nearly 200 miles (322 kilometers) off Australia’s eastern coast as they drifted at speed towards New Zealand.

Viral videos of people stealing money from Chase ATMs were just plain check fraud

A number of viral TikTok videos had some people believing they could get “free” cash from Chase ATMs. But it was just a glitch – and those customers were actually committing fraud, according to the bank.

Catch a Smoother, Quieter Ride as METRO Introduces Electric Buses into its Fleet

Houston's public transit system is stepping into the future with a quieter, smoother, and eco-friendly twist. METRO has just launched its first zero-emission electric buses, transforming the passenger experience on two popular routes. As the hum of diesel fades into …

Congressman Al Green Welcomes Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su to Houston for Labor Legislative Update and Breakfast Assembly

Houston is set to host a pivotal event in the labor movement as Congressman Al Green welcomes Acting Secretary of Labor Julie A. Su to the Ninth Congressional District of Texas. This significant occasion, marking Congressman Green’s annual Labor Legislative …

Houston’s Heartwarming Mission: Reuniting Lost Pets and Easing Shelter Strain

Animal shelters across the country are overwhelmed with an influx of lost pets, and in Houston, it’s no different. With data showing a 26% national decline in dogs being reclaimed from shelters since 2019, the urgency to reunite lost pets …