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Houston man Jose Antonio Infante faces federal charges for violent carjackings, including one resulting in a shooting. He could serve up to 25 years in prison.
Eastbound lanes on the North Loop at Gellhorn were closed due to a police chase ending in two arrests. Motorists were advised to watch for nails on the road.
Weather & Environment in ...
A significant cold front is expected to bring storms and potential flooding to Houston, followed by cooler temperatures and lower humidity later in the week.
Houston police seek help in a 2023 double homicide case, sharing surveillance footage of suspects and their car.
Levi Wayne Henry was arrested in Harris County for possessing a firearm and methamphetamine and faces charges due to a prior criminal record. His bond is set at $20,000 by the 209th District Court.
Edith Gonzalez from Weslaco pleads guilty to cocaine trafficking, faces 10 years to life in prison and a $10 million fine. Her sentencing is on December 17.
Harris County deputies arrested 10 individuals for DUI over a weekend, including one person charged with child endangerment and assault, and another for unlawful weapon possession.
A 37-year-old woman died in a single-vehicle crash in a Houston construction zone early Saturday. The car caught fire after hitting a concrete road. No other victims are reported.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Houston begins $1.1M repairs on the Market Bridge along the Heights MKT trail affected by structural issues and a collision, with a three-month work schedule ahead of FIFA 2026.
Politics & Govt in ...
Texas confronts First Amendment debates as a student is expelled for mocking Charlie Kirk's death, contrasting with traditional support for free speech.
A North American T-6 aircraft crashed in Wharton County, Texas, resulting in two fatalities. The NTSB is investigating, while identities remain undisclosed.
Houston police report the recovery of a fifth body from local waters in a week, with investigations pending on the unidentified victim's identity and cause of death.
Lauren Frederick was arrested for DWI after failing field sobriety tests during a traffic stop by Constable Mark Herman's Office. Details on bond and court appearances are pending.
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