The Southern District of Texas has charged nearly 100 individuals with immigration and gang-related crimes in four days under Operation Take Back America.

Houston's Independence Day forecast includes a 40% chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms, high heat index, and possible respiratory impact from fireworks smoke and Saharan dust. Conditions may improve by evening for festivities.

An individual was arrested at North Villa Hotel for allegedly making terroristic threats during a dispute over an unleashed dog. The incident was posted on Precinct 4's Facebook page.

Pasadena police search for additional victims in a fraud case involving softball coach Thaddeus Lewis, who allegedly took money from parents for team expenses and then cut off contact. No charges have been filed as the investigation continues.

This Fourth of July weekend, the Coast Guard Cutter Reliance is open for free public tours in Galveston. Visitors can explore the 210-foot vessel at Pier 21 on Friday and Saturday.

Two young Cincinnati Zoo elephants survived EEHV after receiving a groundbreaking mRNA vaccine developed with Baylor College of Medicine and Houston Zoo.

The US Senate passed a budget bill including a provision to consider moving Space Shuttle Discovery to Houston, as advocated by Sen. Cornyn. The bill also features Texas-oriented initiatives and tax amendments.

A couple cycling in Harris County was killed in a hit-and-run incident on Veterans Memorial Drive. The man died shortly after, while his partner later succumbed to her injuries.

A child died after being left in a hot car by her mother, who was working, near Galena Park. Despite efforts, she was pronounced dead at the hospital. Investigations and cooperation with authorities are ongoing.

Houston is expected to experience clearer skies and hotter temperatures due to high atmospheric pressure, with highs around mid-90s and heat index values up to 103 degrees. There's a slight chance of rain, and Saharan dust may enhance sunset hues.

Houston police investigate a fatal house fire on Dulcrest Street; an unidentified female was found deceased, with circumstances under examination by HPD and HFD Arson Division.

A $5,000 reward is offered for leads on a hit-and-run in Harris County that killed 12-year-old Zachariah Benjamin after a dog chase led to his fatal collision with a black Chrysler 300.

Two Chinese nationals face espionage charges in the U.S. for allegedly acting as agents of China's MSS, spying on the U.S. Navy and recruiting intelligence assets.