Mayor Annise Parker declares Friday, Jan. 11 as 'Go Houston Texans Day'

  HOUSTON (KTRK) -- Mayor Annise Parker has declared Friday, January 11, 2013 as "Go Houston Texans Day."

Houstonians are encouraged to wear their Texans gear or something red to work that day in support for the team as it takes on the New England Patriots in Sunday's AFC Divisional playoff game.

"This season -- the best in the franchise's 11 year history -- has been mesmerizing," said Mayor Parker. "We have watched Gary Kubiak and Matt Schaub lead our team to victory more times than ever before, and our defensive powerhouse J.J. Watt has become a household name. Texans fans are steadfast and I know they will show their team spirit as our Bulls on Parade head toward a victory on Sunday!"

She also announced that City Hall will be lit Battle Red through the weekend as an additional show of the city's support for the team.

Don't forget to catch our 'Houston Texans: Road to the Ring' special Friday at 7pm on ABC13, as the Texans try to take another major step to their first Super Bowl.
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Heavy rain, storms expected today, Friday

  HOUSTON (KTRK) -- We're on alert for heavy rain and severe storms across southeast Texas.

We could see some of the storms move in as early as this afternoon and into this evening. More widespread coverage is expected on Friday. Then some rain will likely stick around into Saturday.

The biggest severe weather threats will be heavy, flooding rains and damaging winds, but hail and isolated tornadoes are possible.

Meteorologist Travis Herzog will be following the storms today to let you know what to expect as you prepare for your day. Stay with Eyewitness News and abc13.com for updates as they become available.

If you're on the go, take our coverage with you using an ABC13 mobile app.

You can also get updates on the ABC13 Weather Facebook page and Twitter account.

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Mom of kids found on school bus got to visit with children at custody hearing Friday

  SPLENDORA, TX (KTRK) -- A mother whose children were found living alone in a bus while she was in prison got to see her children.

Sherrie Shorten saw her 11-year-old daughter and 5-year-old son at a custody hearing Friday in Montgomery County. Shorten just got out of prison and is trying to get custody of her children.

The girl and boy were found living alone in a school bus in Splendora. The bus has electricity and running water. The children are in foster care for the time being.

"Went very good. Kids are very excited. They were asking when they can come home and when they can, you know, be back with mom and dad. And they're healthy, they're happy, they're like I said very excited," Shorten said.

She says is fixing up the bus so she can reunite with her kids.

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