Houston anticipates a cool front bringing a chance of rain and relief from heat and dryness, amidst regional wildfire risks and burn bans. Weather outlook includes scattered showers over the weekend, with ongoing warm temperatures into next week.

Firefighting crews tackled a 35-acre grass fire in East Montgomery County amid regional drought and burn bans, with more counties considering similar restrictions due to increased wildfire risks.

A major methamphetamine bust by Harris County Constable and Texas DPS CID in Houston led to the arrest of Sarah Short for drug manufacturing/delivery.

Law enforcement arrested Margarita Sanchez for intoxicated driving on Ella Boulevard, with a bond set at $100. Constable Mark Herman's Office continues to combat DUIs for safety.

Turkey Leg Hut co-owner Nakia Holmes was arrested for hindering apprehension of a felon, related to felon Johnathan Saizon's charges of kidnapping and assault.

Detectives have identified eight victims recorded by hidden cameras at Memorial Hermann Hospital by former supervisor Robert Shrader, who is now charged with invasive visual recording.

A man was killed by his tractor-trailer after trying to fix a mechanical issue on East Interstate Highway 610, reported by HPD Sergeant K. Harris and Officer R. McLemore.

A traffic stop in southwest Houston led to a shootout, wounding a pregnant woman and two men. Police detained a suspect and found a weapon nearby; the investigation continues.

A fatal auto-pedestrian crash involving a pedestrian and two vehicles, including an 18-wheeler, led to the closure of all southbound lanes on Houston's 610 East Loop.

Rep. Gina Hinojosa enters the 2026 Texas governor race, challenging Gov. Abbott with a focus on reducing corporate influence, improving public services, and advocating for education and healthcare.

Driver Jair Mendoza arrested for reckless driving at 100 mph in a 45 mph zone by Constable Mark Herman’s Office.

Bernard Johnson was arrested for DUI and evading in a vehicle after a high-speed chase with Constable Herman's deputies, with his bond set at $1,100 by the courts.

Fort Bend County adopted a new precinct map after a heated debate and a narrow 3-2 vote, amid concerns of political bias and potential legal challenges.