HPD: Houston police officer fired weapon as man dies from self-inflicted gunshot wound

Houston police posted about the shooting Friday a little before 2 p.m. HOUSTON — A Houston police officer fired his weapon at the same moment a man shot himself in the head during a confrontation Friday afternoon under the Hardy Toll Road, according to police officials. It started when officers responded to a family disturbance … Read more

HCSO: Man claims self-defense after shooting in Spring left two men dead

According to the sheriff’s office, the shooter said the two men followed him into a neighborhood, blocked him in, and approached his car. HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — Two men are dead after a shooting in the Spring area Friday night, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office. The alleged shooter said it was self-defense. Deputies … Read more

American Airlines temporarily grounded A320 aircraft fleet amid Airbus software repairs

American Airlines said the issue was largely resolved Saturday morning. FORT WORTH, Texas — American Airlines says it expedited software updates across its Airbus A320 family fleet after Airbus disclosed a newly identified safety concern affecting hundreds of aircraft worldwide. Airbus previously reported that an analysis of a recent event involving another operator’s A320 aircraft … Read more

College Football Playoff picture, Texas edition: The Lone Star State could have how many teams?!

Is your favorite team making the College Football Playoff? Here’s where things stand, for now. DALLAS — It’s been a good year for college football in Texas. In fact, among the 12 teams that will make the College Football Playoff, at least two from Texas are a sure-fire bets to make the field, at least … Read more

Longhorns top Texas A&M in Lone Star Showdown, finish regular season with 9-3 record

The Longhorns spoiled the Aggies’ undefeated season and ended their chances of playing for an SEC championship. AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Longhorns might not be appearing in the College Football Playoff this season, but they will still hold bragging rights over one of their biggest rivals for another year. The Longhorns topped the Texas … Read more

BCSO: 11-year-old girl in critical condition after single-vehicle crash involving six children and intoxicated driver

Six children ranging 2 to 12 years old were taken to the hospital with injuries ranging from minor to critical. SAN ANTONIO — The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office says six children were involved in a single-vehicle accident on the city’s east side Friday with an 11-year-old girl remaining in critical condition. Around 1:46 p.m., deputies … Read more

11-year-old girl in critical condition after single-vehicle crash involving six children and intoxicated driver

Six children ranging 2 to 12 years old were taken to the hospital with injuries ranging from minor to critical. SAN ANTONIO — The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office says six children were involved in a single-vehicle accident on the city’s east side Friday with an 11-year-old girl remaining in critical condition. Around 1:46 p.m., deputies … Read more