The Galveston Sandcastle Festival features sandcastle building, live music, food trucks, and vendor markets, highlighting eco-friendly practices and community engagement.

Deputies arrested driver Enrique Tadeo for DUI and unlawfully carrying a weapon after a vehicle accident on Kuykendahl Road, per a statement from Harris County Constable Mark Herman's Office.

Hot summer temperatures continue in Houston with no relief expected over the weekend, and air quality alerts advise limiting outdoor activities. A chance of showers is possible, with attention on potential tropical development off Africa.

Multiple Kingwood-area schools implemented a 'secure the perimeter' protocol due to nearby police activity, affecting educational activities but not in a full lockdown.

Walmart employee Breshaun Manuel shot a woman inside a Harris County store after a dispute, leading to her arrest and charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

Constable Mark Herman's Office seeks male suspect Richie Johnson for theft of a TV from Walmart and multiple felony charges, including evading arrest. Public urged to aid in his capture.

The article reports on a vigil at Texas A&M University honoring Charlie Kirk, the late founder of Turning Point USA, who was shot at Utah Valley University.

A motorcycle-truck crash on FM 1960 in Harris County resulted in two fatalities. Authorities are investigating the incident that caused significant traffic disruption.

Melissa Towne was found not guilty by reason of insanity in the stabbing and suffocation of her 5-year-old daughter, after the court heard evidence of her delusions.

Gunfire in Terranova West Subdivision led to the arrest of Brian Brown, who fired 10 shots into the air. Authorities charged him with Discharge of a Firearm in a Metro Area.

Emergency crews responded to a fire at Maxim Egg Farm in Wharton County; details on casualties or cause were pending while the public was advised to avoid the area.

Houston experiences a cool morning with mid-60s temperatures, but warmer weather and increased humidity are expected later in the week. An ozone watch is in effect, and the tropical outlook is currently calm.

Houston man Ahmedaly fails insanity plea, found guilty of robberies and firearm charges after a five-day trial with compelling evidence and testimony.