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Rudy Thomas Jackson was struck and killed on the North Freeway on March 18. Crime Stoppers and HPD are seeking tips and offering a reward.
Houston police say homicide detectives are investigating after an adult woman’s body was found Thursday near Addicks Reservoir in the Spring Branch area. Details remain limited.
A fight at Fannin South Transit Center left a woman hospitalized after she was cut with a razor; METRO Police detained a suspect and are investigating.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
A two-vehicle crash Friday closed the Southwest Freeway exit to IH‑610 West Loop in Houston, causing major backups and detours across the morning commute.
Community & Society in ...
The Rice School and Emerson Elementary installed new principals as HISD continues widespread leadership turnover under state-appointed management.
A $78 million Lotto Texas ticket sold in Brownsville remains unclaimed; the cash option is about $43.8M before taxes and must be validated by 5 p.m. CT on May 14.
Two men were critically wounded after gunfire outside Confessions on Kirby Drive; Houston police say the suspect fled and witnesses are being sought.
Politics & Govt in ...
Conroe ISD says targeted program changes and in‑house supports have closed a projected $8M gap without layoffs, but some parents warn wraparound services could suffer.
Food & Drinks in ...
McAlister’s Deli is planning a Conroe outpost on Highway 242 with a tentative July opening and a planned drive-through.
Sgt. Michael Donato, once in charge of Mayor Whitmire’s security detail, pleaded guilty to DWI and was sentenced to six months of deferred adjudication with conditions. The plea includes classes, tests and charitable donations.
A Cypress woman was arrested after deputies say she struck a six‑month‑pregnant neighbor. Officials say the suspect threatened the victim with a brick and was taken into custody.
Weather & Environment in ...
Tiny black-and-red lovebugs are swarming across Houston, plastering cars and clogging radiators as seasonal mating flights return.
Real Estate & Development in ...
A proposed jump to 50-foot minimum lots in Montgomery County has developers warning it could add roughly $100,000 to new-home prices and squeeze out entry-level buyers.
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