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Precinct 4 deputies pursued an evading vehicle near the 26800 block of Tomball Parkway; the driver refused to stop and traveled west on FM 2920 while investigators worked the scene.
A 43-year-old Houston man died after his tractor-trailer veered off U.S. 287 near mile marker 322 and rolled, state troopers say.
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Slapperz On Second has filed plans to open at 209 S Second St in Flagler Beach; state records show a new SLAPPERZ LLC, but menu and opening date are still unannounced.
Batters & Brunch is building a 3,983‑sq‑ft outpost in The Groves in Humble, with construction begun in April and an expected finish in mid‑December 2026. The menu promises mimosas and pancakes.
Harris County Precinct 4 says deputies arrested a woman on Wednesday in the 13100 block of Kuykendahl Road on terroristic-threat and assault-on-officer allegations.
A man in his 30s was found dead after a homeowner shot him during an alleged trespassing confrontation near the 9600 block of Tidwell in northeast Houston. Investigation is ongoing.
Precinct 4 deputies arrested Steven Anthony Delafuente after a traffic stop in the 4800 block of Louetta Road; deputies say he had three active first‑degree child‑pornography warrants.
Houston police and school leaders responded to a reported threat at YES Prep Northline on Wednesday; dismissal was staggered and officers remained on campus while investigators probed the report.
Court filings say oil from old transformers at a McCarty Street steel yard leaked into nearby storm drains and onto HISD property. Prosecutors have filed felony charges as investigators press for cleanup.
Ben Berg, Army Sadeghi and Brian Ching will open a 35,000‑square‑foot World Cup pop‑up in EaDo. The Ranch Presents Pitch Live runs June 11–July 19 with food, DJs and VIP tables.
Dottie's gelato shop in Old Town Tomball has closed after its wooden sign was stolen; owner Lorraine Featherston cited family loss and recent health issues. The Main Street storefront has been boxed up and items will be donated.
Copper wire was stolen from Kaminski Park on Mother's Day, knocking out power and forcing Highlands Little League to scramble for temporary lighting and repairs.
Pearland detectives say surveillance and transaction records tied a Houston man to dozens of credit cards stolen from gym lockers and used at H‑E‑B stores.
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