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A Houston‑area truck driver was indicted in late June on a manslaughter charge after a Dec. 13, 2024 crash near Alamo killed a 76‑year‑old McAllen man. An arraignment is set for July 1, 2026.
Real Estate & Development in ...
A 2.5‑acre Seabrook estate with a private beach closed this month and landed among the Houston area's priciest sales.
Sports in ...
C.J. Gardner-Johnson says a training-camp insult at The Greenbrier led to his surprise September 2025 release from the Texans. His account raises fresh questions about personnel decisions.
Deputies say they arrested a wanted man with a revolver on Cypresswood Drive; the constable's office posted photos and said the suspect had an active Montgomery County warrant.
Houston police say a woman was killed after a man in a box truck allegedly ran her over during a moving job on S. Gessner; a suspect was detained and HPD is investigating.
Weather & Environment in ...
Hot, humid afternoons arrive Friday with highs near 93°F and feels‑like values over 100°F. Cooling centers are available and Gulf beaches face a rip‑current risk.
Detectives say digital evidence linked Kaleim Miller to a September gunpoint robbery tied to an online phone sale. Bond was set at $100,000, officials said.
Food & Drinks in ...
Common Bond’s new Spring location pairs a sit‑down bistro with a drive‑thru, bringing pastries and an all‑day menu to Kuykendahl. Grand‑opening perks and loyalty deals sweeten the debut.
Sunny, muggy afternoons with highs near 93°F and heat-index values near 100–102°F. Cooling centers are available across the city.
SWAT and Patrol Support officers entered a hotel room in southeast Houston and rescued a woman after police say she was being held against her will; a man faces unlawful restraint charges.
A 26-year-old man is in custody after a double shooting on 9th Avenue North that killed a 25-year-old woman and wounded another, police say.
A new Starbucks has opened pre-security in IAH Terminal E beneath the Oculus, giving arrivals and pickup guests a convenient coffee stop. More concessions, including a Chili's To‑Go Bar, are planned later this year.
Fun & Entertainment in ...
A Tokyo‑inspired arcade from a local chef opened on Sawdust Road, pairing claw machines and anime decor with plans for future Asian eateries.
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