A New York police sergeant is believed to have fatally shot his wife and two sons before taking his own life inside their suburban home.

A man who is accused of stealing copper and other items from a Tomball business dropped what he was doing and fled the scene after shocking himself while trying to cut through electrical wires, according to investigators with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

West Virginia Republican U.S. Rep. Carol Miller has two challengers in next Tuesday's race for a seat representing the state's 1st Congressional District.

A grand jury in Brazoria County is considering the 10th accusation of sexual misconduct against former Houston Texans star player Deshaun Watson this week, the New York Times reported Thursday.

The U.S. has reached a COVID-19 milestone of 200 million fully vaccinated people, but cases and hospitalizations are still spiking, even in highly immunized pockets of the country like New England.

Here are things to know for Monday, Feb. 1:1. Officials said the body of Benito Gutierrez was found in the Brazos River a short time after beginning their search. “The program overestimated the amount of vaccine needed, so doses are being given back to the states.”Read more. Watson removes Houston Texans mentions from social mediaWatson is in a heated battle with Texans management after demanding a trade request. Toys R Us closes last 2 US stores, including location at Galleria mallThe only two Toys R Us stores that opened in November 2019 as part of a small U.S. comeback attempt by the iconic toy chain have now closed.

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Zach Pascal (14) makes a catch under pressure from Houston Texans free safety Eric Murray (23) in the first half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis, Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)INDIANAPOLIS – Indianapolis Colts linebacker Darius Leonard made his final punch count Sunday. Bobby Okereke recovered the skittering ball in the end zone for the Colts' second win in three weeks over the Texans — in almost the exact same way. Watson answered by marching the Texans to the Colts 21. Sanchez punted in that week's game, a loss to Tennessee.

Looks like they are on their way eventually but for now the two stars collide again in another chapter of this building rivalry. Watson and Mahomes, similar in so many ways, yet DW 4 instead stays away from comparisons. "They have a lot of great talent around him and he make big plays in big games, said Mahomes on Sunday. " Big game pressure? It' s all the hard work that me and Deshaun, knowing the work he always puts in, said Mahomes on Sunday.

Early on Saturday, the details of Deshaun Watson’s monster contract extension were released. But what happened late Saturday evening impacted the quarterback to the point of tears. The media Zoom call began, and Watson’s former college coach Dabo Swinney hopped on. Then came appearances from Justin Verlander as well as Ethan, Watson’s buddy from the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Watson was moved, but it was his family popping up on the Zoom screen that brought Watson to tears.

Emma Watson is sending a message to her transgender fans following the backlash J.K. Rowling has received for comments she made this weekend that have been labeled transphobic. Emma Watson (@EmmaWatson) June 10, 2020The actress continued by sharing that she donates to Mermaids and Mama Cash, two organizations that support gender issues. I know and love trans people, but erasing the concept of sex removes the ability of many to meaningfully discuss their lives. "Transgender women are women," he continued. RELATED CONTENT:J.K. Rowling Defends Her Comments About Transgender WomenEddie Redmayne Speaks Out Against J.K. Rowling's Transphobic CommentsCelebs Slam J.K. Rowling After She's Accused of Transphobic Comments

HOUSTON – Two new lawsuits against Watson Grinding and Manufacturing, site of Friday’s explosion that killed two people and destroyed hundreds of homes, were made public Thursday. Watson employee, Sean Rangel, announced his own lawsuit Thursday, saying he was nearly killed by the blast as he parked his truck Friday morning near the plant. Rangel said he was parking his truck just before 4:30 a.m. Friday, when he saw his friend and co-worker, Frank Flores. As part of his lawsuit, Rangel claims he saw many chemical leaks at the Watson plant in his six years with the company. Watson’s spokesman told KPRC 2 the company will be paying all employees 80% of their salaries for the next 90 days.