Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has announced her intention to seek re-election in 2026, while former Houston Mayor Annise Parker expressed interest in the same position. Hidalgo has faced both successes and controversies during her tenure.

A Mexican man pleaded guilty to possessing child pornography and faces up to 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. His sentencing is scheduled for September 5.

Shaun Michael Simmons from California was sentenced to 135 months in prison for leading a cocaine smuggling operation from Mexico to the U.S. through Texas.

A man injured in a Houston traffic accident on Cullen Boulevard has died. The 31-year-old pedestrian was hit by a Jeep while crossing the street. The driver cooperated with the police and faces no charges.

A 13-year-old has been charged with capital murder for the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Bryan De La Cruz Chaparro in Houston.

Rosenberg encourages residents to help shape a Safety Action Plan for road improvements using a $200,000 federal grant, addressing traffic safety concerns.

Houston is discontinuing its ShotSpotter gunshot detection program due to concerns about its effectiveness and impact on communities, with less than 20% of alerts leading to incident reports.

The Houston Police Department's budget for 2025 funds only 100 new officers although 2,000 are needed, says the former Police Chief. Measures like raising cadet pay are being considered despite a significant budget gap.

Council Member Abbie Kamin and the Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce are hosting the third annual Families with Pride event at Discovery Green with activities and resources for LGBTQIA+ families.

Shiner introduces new beers including Lemonade Shandy and Passion Fruit IPA, as well as non-alcoholic Rode0 varieties for a diverse Texas summer lineup.

FEMA opens three Disaster Recovery Centers in southeast Texas to assist residents affected by April storms, providing in-person aid with options for those with disabilities.

During a Memorial Day operation, Harris County officers arrested 18 individuals for suspected DUI, with some facing additional charges like felony DWI and evading arrest. The crackdown aimed to prevent alcohol-related incidents.

Houston is highlighted for its daily support to veterans and families of the fallen, with resources like Combined Arms, Lone Star Veterans Association, and Impact a Hero providing assistance and services.