Conroe’s city council voted to shelve new reviews of Flock Safety license‑plate cameras, keeping the system in place even as residents demand more transparency. A Texas AG ruling forces the city to release some records.

Federal authorities say eight men were indicted in a series of armed robberies at Houston‑area game rooms; six arrested and two remain fugitives. Investigations tie the case to recent raids on illegal gaming operations.

A 62-year-old Atascocita man was arrested after investigators say DNA linked him to four rapes across north Houston dating back to 1997. Authorities say undercover surveillance and a saliva swab produced the match.

A Houston resident won $1 million on the Texas Lottery Queen of Spades scratch ticket purchased in Humble, the lottery says.

Neighbors in Houston’s East End say crossing gates and bells have triggered for minutes or hours with no train, videos and reporting show. Residents are urging faster fixes and reporting channels.

Ransom's Steakhouse says it sold the parcel years ago as Texas Roadhouse files for a 7,926‑sq‑ft build in Montgomery; state records show construction slated for 2027.

A Houston rental-owner tracked down her 2018 Toyota Camry after it was sold with a forged title; police recovered the car and officials warn buyers to verify titles.

Four people were arrested Wednesday in Houston in a federal drug sweep tied to the FBI’s Operation Summer Heat. The arrests were announced by FBI Houston.

Brookdale Senior Living paid $23.4M for the 244‑unit Brookdale Galleria community across from Houston’s Galleria and says it will invest in upgrades to lift occupancy. The buy follows Brookdale’s broader effort to streamline its portfolio.

Crime Stoppers and Jersey Village police are asking for tips after 18‑year‑old Zaden Moon was killed on U.S. 290; a reward is being offered.

A driver was killed after a vehicle struck the Central Plaza toll booth on Beltway 8, leaving the car burned and several northbound lanes closed while deputies investigate.

Deputies with Harris County Precinct 4 are investigating a reported drive-by on the 11000 block of Edenstone Drive in Cypress; no injuries reported as investigators collect evidence.

A UH draft would remove roughly 100 courses from the school’s 42‑credit core under Texas’ SB 37, narrowing general‑education options and drawing sharp faculty pushback.