Katy resident claims $2 million Powerball prize, chooses to remain anonymous

HOUSTON — Talk about the greatest Christmas present ever! A Katy resident is $2 million richer after hitting all five numbers in a Powerball drawing last month. The winning ticket was bought at Timewise Food Store #295 along the Katy Freeway at Ernestes Road. The winner chose to remain anonymous. The quick-pick ticket sold in … Read more

City of Houston asks fans to be prepared for severe weather ahead of CFP national championship game

Houston emergency management officials are prepared to keep fans safe during the tailgate outside of NRG Stadium. HOUSTON — Houston residents and visitors should prepare for severe weather on Monday.  Right now, there is a TORNADO WATCH in effect for most of Southeast Texas until 9 p.m. Staff at the Emergency Operations Center shared parts … Read more

LIVE BLOG: Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for several East Texas counties

TYLER, Texas — Severe weather is expected across East Texas Monday prompting CBS19 to declare Nov. 20 as an Eye on Weather Day. Keep up with the weather reports by downloading the FREE CBS19 mobile app: CLICK HERE FOR POWER OUTAGES Find live updates throughout the day below: 3:51PM- The National Weather Service has issued a Severe … Read more

Boerne High School band wins $15,000 in band equipment in Metallica’s ‘For Whom the Band Tolls’ contest

They tied with a high school from New York for medium-sized high school in the contest that challenged bands to incorporate Metallica music into a performance. SAN ANTONIO — The Boerne High School band has won $15,000 in band equipment from the heavy metal band Metallica, in a contest challenging college and high school bands … Read more