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Serial thief Devonte Pointer arrested after thefts in the Houston area, including a recent incident at a Walgreens, with the help of Flock camera technology. His bond is set at $500.
A chase over expired registration in NE Harris County ended when the driver, who had open warrants, fatally shot himself; no other detentions occurred.
Politics & Govt in ...
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton scores various legal victories in 2025, including immigration enforcement, consumer protection, and defending conservative values.
Food & Drinks in ...
Candente, a Tex-Mex restaurant recognized by the Michelin Guide, is expanding to a second location in Bellaire, Houston, at the former Mandito's spot, aiming to open by year's end.
A fire at a Houston warehouse containing batteries caused concern but no injuries, as firefighters managed to control the situation near the University of Houston.
Harris County residents are being scammed through texts demanding fake toll and traffic fee payments, prompting an FBI and Sheriff's Office investigation.
Science, Tech & Medicine in ...
Axiom Space launches a global university alliance to expand microgravity research, partnering with 15 educational institutions to sustain scientific access to low-Earth orbit.
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Houston's weather this week will feature warmer temperatures, with highs around 91 degrees and occasional afternoon showers. Ragweed season is also causing an increase in allergens.
Houston police investigate a fatal crash where a Jeep hit a pedestrian, who later died at a hospital; the driver cooperated with authorities and faces no immediate charges.
Rodney Bryant was arrested for DUI after hitting a light pole. Despite ongoing safety campaigns, such incidents demonstrate the persisting threat of drunk driving.
Firefighters responded to a two-alarm fire at Plaza Place Condominiums in Houston, with 75 personnel attending and residents displaced; no injuries reported. Investigations into the cause are ongoing.
A 19-year-old from Penitas, Diego Masiel Torres, is charged with impeding federal law enforcement during an arrest, potentially facing 8 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
The trial of Tony Earls, accused of manslaughter in the 2022 shooting of Arlene Alvarez, starts in Houston, with jury selection complete and testimonies set to begin.
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