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Precinct 4 detectives say they closed an alleged game room on Gears Road, seizing cash and illegal machines and charging a worker.
The Texas Medical Board temporarily suspended Dr. Derrick Anthony Mitchell's license after records show multiple detentions this spring and allegations of intoxication and violent behavior.
Houston police arrested Anthony Cerda on June 12 and charged him with capital murder in a 2025 Canal Street assault that left Francisco Chura dead.
A major crash at Veterans Memorial Drive and T.C. Jester left multiple people treated and closed lanes; deputies urged motorists to expect delays and follow updates.
Houston police say an adult man was found dead Friday in the 4300 block of Cinnabar; detectives are interviewing two men who remained at the scene.
Dozens of volunteers and county investigators returned to the Calder Road area in League City on June 12 in a search tied to recent indictments in the long‑running Texas Killing Fields probe.
Houston police say an officer fired and struck a suspect near Westheimer and Briargreen; the suspect was hospitalized and no officers were injured. Investigation is ongoing.
Food & Drinks in ...
Greg Perez's new Concrete Rose has opened in the Purse Building, pairing Chicano‑inspired design with experimental cocktails and a forthcoming chef‑driven small‑plates menu.
A woman was struck and killed on SH‑249 near Old Bammel; a Harris County deputy was later hit while investigating, authorities say. Investigators are probing both crashes.
A pastry-forward café opened Feb. 14 at 8022 FM 1960 in Humble, serving hand-laminated croissants, specialty coffee, desserts and wholesale supplies.
Politics & Govt in ...
Alvin ISD trustees approved a flat FY 2026027 budget that holds revenue near $391.4M and projects a preliminary $1.1353 tax rate as certified values arrive.
Federal prosecutors charged an Iola man on June 11 after alleged online threats to blow up the White House and kill federal law enforcement.
A Conroe lab CEO and two others admitted falsifying wastewater test results that regulators rely on to monitor pollution.
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