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Crime & Emergencies in ...
University of St. Thomas students released a video expressing dissatisfaction with the institution's education quality, prompting administrative action and an internal inquiry.
Evan Snell was arrested by Harris County deputies for an outstanding warrant involving injury to an elderly person, following a tip-off leading to his capture in North Houston.
A fire damaged an abandoned restaurant in Houston, causing $200,000 in damage, with no injuries reported. Firefighters prevented further community damage.
Houston Police Chief Troy Finner reported progress in reviewing backlogged cases, with over 3,000 of 4,017 adult sexual assault cases closed and ongoing investigations into DNA matches.
Houston police are searching for burglars who stole cash and caused $12,000 in damages on Milby St on February 21, 2024. Tips leading to an arrest may earn a $5,000 reward.
Sports in ...
The Houston Texans' new helmet design was leaked before the official reveal, with mixed reactions from fans. Owner Cal McNair confirmed the design featuring an "H-Town" logo.
A 41-year-old Edcouch man, Miguel Martinez, has been sentenced to 14 years in federal prison for receiving child pornography, with a post-prison supervised release and a restitution payment.
Houston police are investigating after a man was found shot to death near a walking trail in southeast Houston, with his identity pending verification.
Politics & Govt in ...
A Texas judge has ruled that the Uplift Harris program in Harris County may continue distribution of funds, denying an injunction requested by Attorney General Ken Paxton.
A woman, critically injured in a March traffic accident in Houston, has died. The 55-year-old was hit by a Lexus while crossing a road and passed away weeks later. The driver cooperated with police and has not been charged.
A man was found shot dead at Robert C. Stuart Park in Houston during the early hours, with no weapon or vehicle found on the scene. Police are investigating the unclear circumstances surrounding the killing.
Jose Luis Gonzalez received a 74-month prison term for leading an unemployment insurance fraud scheme that netted over $500,000 by exploiting state labor departments.
Mario Young has been "no-billed" by a grand jury, dropping the murder charge connected to the shooting of clerk Asif Maknojia over an alleged shoplifted bag of chips.
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