Crime & Emergencies in ...
A man in his early 70s died in Houston when two cranes fell onto a cement truck during powerful storms, contributing to a total of five storm-related fatalities.
Community & Society in ...
Students and parents in Houston are protesting the non-renewal of teachers and principals in the HISD, aiming to challenge Superintendent Mike Miles and the district's policies amidst a budget crisis.
K9 unit "Lanzo" apprehended suspect Brandon Jaramillo after a vehicle chase, with charges including Evading Arrest and Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle.
Aaron Negrete was sentenced to 225 months in prison for producing and possessing child pornography involving a minor relative, with additional orders for restitution and post-release supervision.
Two shoplifters were arrested at a Dillard's in Texas after a violent confrontation with deputies, with one suspect charged with assaulting an officer.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Houston Metro is terminating the downtown red bus lanes pilot due to maintenance costs, reverting to less expensive white diamonds and signage despite faster bus times and advocacy group support.
Noe Quintanilla, 38, has been missing since Monday from his Houston apartment, with authorities seeking public assistance.
Shawna Sharell Torrence is charged with murdering Steven Johnson after a night out in Houston. Despite medical efforts, Johnson died from a stab wound allegedly inflicted by Torrence, his dating partner.
Students at the University of Houston protest, urging the university to divest from companies supplying arms to Israel, with tensions high but protests peaceful.
A Texas man was sentenced to 82 months for attempting to smuggle $200,000 worth of cocaine in his Jeep's battery compartment through a border checkpoint.
A Texas man received a four-year prison sentence for running a cocaine smuggling operation, having pleaded guilty to importing over $200,000 worth of the drug.
Elizabeth Fagen, Superintendent of Humble ISD, was placed on paid leave after a Title IX probe involving her husband. Deputy Superintendent Roger Brown stepped in as interim.
Protesters blocked the Port of Houston to show solidarity with Palestine, disrupting traffic and trade. Houston Police cleared the blockade within hours.