The 9@9: Man arrested in mother’s beating death, Punishment phase begins in rape trial

The 9@9 features some of the biggest stories making headlines at home, around the country and across the globe. Here’s are some of the headlines trending tonight:

• Man arrested after allegedly beating his 76-year-old mother to death
• Brother of Pastor John Hagee, ex-Harris County Pct. 3 captain accused of sexual assault of a child
• Punishment phase begins in Medical Center rape trial