Jesus Varela, charged with the murder of Christelrose Angel Ramirez, whose body was found in a barrel, is under ICE hold and faces multiple charges as the investigation continues. Ramirez's family seeks justice and urges domestic violence awareness.

Deputies arrested Marcus Ramirez for DWI after finding him asleep at the wheel in Tomball Parkway, confirmed by sobriety tests and announced via the constable's Facebook.

A Dec. 11 traffic stop on the North Sam Houston Tollway led deputies to arrest Lazaro Carreon after officers found active warrants for sexual assault and indecency with a child.

A pickup truck driver died after crashing into a light pole on the North Freeway near Spring Cypress Road on Friday night, as reported by KHOU and Fox 26 Houston.

Franchisees Damon and Tahira Mitchell plan a Pure Green juice bar at 3515 W Dallas St, with construction in January and a spring 2026 opening. The couple promises no‑added‑sugar smoothies and a performance‑focused menu.

A confrontation at a Holly Hall apartment near NRG Park left one woman dead and a security guard hospitalized while homicide detectives probe what happened.

A vehicle struck a business on Spring Cypress Road Friday; deputies, fire and EMS responded and investigators are processing the scene.

Pittsburgh‑born Vocelli Pizza is headed to Katy, with leasing records pointing to a Morton Park Plaza suite and a winter 2026 opening window. The move is part of the chain’s Texas expansion push.

Kilwins announced a 13‑store expansion across Greater Houston–Galveston, with the first Houston location expected in 2026. The rollout is preliminary and franchise opportunities are being recruited.

Humble's Police Chief Daniel Zientek is on paid leave pending a review by Olson and Olson of the department's operations. The specifics are undisclosed, and an investigation is ongoing.

Deputies in Harris County arrested Steve James Krol for meth possession during a traffic stop. The bust was part of an effort to clean up the streets.

Conroe judge William Waggoner was arrested for DWI and weapon charges, yet returned to court hours later, despite a history of legal issues dating back to 2008.

County officials say new state bail rules and a constitutional amendment could erase recent declines in the jail population by increasing pretrial detention. Local leaders warn the county’s progress depends on courts keeping cases moving.