Deputies say a traffic stop on the 12350 block of Antoine Drive turned up a firearm and an arrest; Dontrell Simmons faces DWI and weapon charges with bond set at $1,000.

An 8-year-old is in serious condition after being pulled from a community pool in the Humble area. Authorities say the rescue took place at 15808 Crystal Terrace Drive.

A heavy-truck crash on I-45 southbound at 71st Street on July 3 closed lanes and snarled traffic onto the Galveston Causeway; multiple people were taken to hospitals.

A man died after a shooting on the 8200 block of CE King Parkway in northeast Harris County. Homicide detectives are on scene and investigators are asking for tips.

UH engineers say tree‑like thin films can pull heat from chips three times faster in lab tests — a potential boost for data‑center efficiency if it scales.

An adult man was found fatally shot early July 3 on the 8400 block of Broadway Street in southeast Houston. HPD says homicide detectives are investigating.

HPD says a 34-year-old is charged after using a motorized water gun to spray disabled and homeless people on Houston’s west side.

Jackson County identified the man recovered from the Lavaca River near Malone Bridge as 34-year-old David Ricardo Sanchez of Houston. Cause of death is pending while a joint state-federal probe continues.

Houston detectives reissued a wanted bulletin seeking suspects in a Nov. 17 aggravated robbery on Buffalo Speedway. Crime Stoppers may offer up to $5,000 for tips.

Michael Butler was charged with manslaughter after a Tesla crashed into a Katy home on June 19, killing 76‑year‑old Martha Ávila. Federal and civil investigations are ongoing.

TCEQ says Freeport LNG released unauthorized pollutants and failed to keep required records. The company paid $103,240 and roughly $25,810 may be waived if it complies.

Hot, humid July 2 in Houston with highs near 93°F and mid‑afternoon storm chances.

Montgomery County prosecutors dismissed a strangulation-related assault charge against former Harris County ADA Gabriel Kabak, saying the state couldn't prove the case and necessary cooperation was lacking.