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A Houston entrepreneur admitted in federal court to moving stolen funds through a company called Akama Lifestyle. Sentencing is set for Sept. 15, 2026.
A man was killed early Tuesday after being struck on U.S. Highway 90 in the 12900 block; Houston police say the driver remained and showed no signs of impairment.
Politics & Govt in ...
A new Education Scorecard finds Texas lagging in post‑COVID academic growth; a handful of districts rebounded while many middle‑poverty systems still trail. Experts urge targeted state support now that federal relief is gone.
Deputies with Precinct 4 joined local firefighters at an attic blaze on Dew Wood Lane in Spring; residents were urged to avoid the area while crews worked.
A man was arrested after deputies recovered roughly 17 designer shirts stolen from the Versace boutique at Houston Premium Outlets; officials say items will be returned.
Food & Drinks in ...
Wingbay opened a Webster location last Saturday, bringing halal-certified wings and creative sauces to the Baybrook retail corridor.
Surveillance video shows a Tomball Planet Fitness worker thrown to the floor and punched on April 21; family says a detective has been assigned but no arrest has been announced.
Weather & Environment in ...
Sunny and warm today with highs near 84°F and upper‑80s by midweek. Humidity rises late week with isolated shower chances this weekend.
Two Harris County men charged with capital murder missed court after posting bond, triggering bond‑forfeiture actions and arrest orders. Courts and prosecutors are moving to recover bonds and find the defendants.
Real Estate & Development in ...
A Fort Bend agrihood is pairing homes with a working farm while researchers from Texas A&M study whether the design changes diet, activity and neighbor connections.
A state audit found the Texas DMV left drivers’ data vulnerable through weak contract language and gaps in governance. The agency says it has started re‑vetting users and updating 2,002 agreements.
A 66-year-old woman was found dead inside a Quitman Street home during a welfare check Friday. HPD homicide detectives are investigating and ask the public to call 713-308-3600 with tips.
Deputies responded after a Channelview man allegedly pointed a pistol and barricaded himself inside a home. Officials called the report preliminary as detectives processed the scene.
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