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Houston police investigate a man's death after his lower legs were set on fire on Astoria Boulevard, with a gas can and electric bicycle found nearby. Authorities seek public assistance.
Houston Police seek public help to find four suspects in an armed robbery at a convenience store on North Freeway. No injuries reported; cash reward offered for information.
Community & Society in ...
Officer Gabriel Facio of the Apache Junction Police Department died from shootout injuries on June 2, 2025, during a road rage incident response. He was 46 and served as a police officer for nearly four years.
A two-year-old boy in Texas is fighting for his life after a relative accidentally hit him with a vehicle. The Liberty County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident.
Politics & Govt in ...
Gov. Abbott activates emergency resources in Texas for severe weather including hail, tornadoes, and thunderstorms, coordinating multiple agencies for response.
A Santa Fe man was arrested after stolen vehicles were found on his property; he faces multiple theft charges. A woman was also arrested for an unrelated drug warrant during the raid.
Walter Howard was involved in a police chase and shooting near a Houston middle school, leading to multiple charges, including aggravated assault on a public servant.
Houston Police arrested at least 10 people in a raid on an alleged illegal after-hours club operating without proper permits, amid concerns over safety and illicit activities.
Weather & Environment in ...
Houston expects a hot, hazy weekend with highs near 93 degrees, heat indices potentially reaching 101, and a chance of showers. Saharan dust contributes to the haze, possibly affecting air quality.
HFD Honor Guard Academy held its first graduation ceremony for firefighters trained in honoring fallen colleagues.
A 15-year-old with a rifle was shot by Houston police at an apartment complex after officers responded to a call of gunfire. The teen survived and no officers were injured; two adults were detained.
Authorities arrested Shawn Stone for evading after being spotted in a parking lot. He had an open felony warrant and was later charged with Evading on Foot.
Former Social Security employee David Lam pleads guilty to engaging in a multi-million dollar fraud scheme involving identity theft and fraudulent survivor benefits claims.
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