Montgomery County authorities investigated Halloween candy thought to contain narcotics; tests revealed it was cornstarch. The scare prompted a reminder to parents to check candy.

An off-duty Harris County deputy fatally shot Darrius Williams, who tried to enter his vehicle with his child inside, despite verbal warnings. Williams suffered from schizoaffective disorder. The incident is under investigation.

Ikea is set to open a second store in Houston by summer 2026, located in Webster's Baybrook area, which will include design consultation zones and Swedish food offerings.

The article discusses Houston's underused probate resource for handling neglected properties and urban neglect, highlighting the city's systemic issues in property management and neighborhood maintenance.

ICE arrested Marlon Odir Gomez Hernandez, an illegal alien and suspected MS-13 member, after he got stuck on a sign during a failed escape in Houston.

Authorities seek public help in identifying two female suspects involved in the theft of over $1,000 in beauty products from an Ulta Beauty store in northwest Houston.

The family of Kenneth Cutting Jr. is calling for a case review after a medical examiner error in his autopsy report; Houston's bayou deaths prompt safety concerns.

Kyla Viereck was arrested on an open warrant for drug possession by Constable Mark Herman's deputies in Houston, with no bond requested by Montgomery County.

Roda Osman, "Brick Lady," was found guilty in a $42k GoFundMe theft scheme and sentenced to probation with conditions, including jail time and substance abuse treatment; she plans to appeal.

Suspect Saniel Bermudez-San Jorge was arrested in Harris County for allegedly abandoning three dogs. The precinct emphasized a zero-tolerance stance on animal cruelty.

Eataly plans to open a new Italian food hall in Houston's Galleria area, aiming to start in January 2026 and complete by fall, with a variety of restaurants, markets, and culinary classes.

Constables in Harris County captured armed suspect, Mathew Al-Lahalih, after a foot chase, assisted by aerial and canine units. Al-Lahalih was charged with making a terroristic threat and evading arrest.

Kristina Chambers was sentenced to 11 years for manslaughter in a crash killing Joseph McMullin, with the term reflecting his birthday, per KHOU. She was driving drunk and had drugs in her car, reports FOX26 Houston.