A 17-year-old has been charged with murder after a 16-year-old was found shot near Bobolink Drive in Conroe; the sheriff’s office says the investigation remains active.

An undercover Wagoner County decoy operation, sparked by a confidential tip, led to the arrest of Randall Mukes on complaints of lewd acts and facilitating sexual conduct with a minor.

A new DDD pilot will match renovation costs up to $20,000 to help fill long‑empty downtown storefronts; applications run July 13–Oct. 15.

Baltimore County’s proposed Bill 68‑26 would force most smoke shops at least 1,000 feet from schools, parks and other shops and ban flashing storefront lights. Owners say the rule would unfairly punish legitimate retailers while officials cite enforcement sweeps and public‑health concerns.

A viral clip shows a fisherman yanked into the surf off Santa Monica Pier by a small shark, then hauled back to safety by relatives in a rope-assisted rescue.

Ludlow police say a Flushing man was arrested after an elderly woman handed over thousands to callers posing as federal agents. Detectives set up a pickup and arrested the suspect when he tried to collect more cash.

A Volusia County youth lacrosse coach was arrested in a multi‑agency sting that netted seven people accused of trying to meet minors online. Authorities say the coach traveled to a Deltona gas station to meet who he thought was a child.

A sinkhole opened Monday at East 130th and Buckeye Road, closing the intersection while crews and Cleveland Water respond amid reports of a possible water‑main break.

Nine people were indicted in a West Columbus trafficking probe that alleges narcotics coercion and money‑laundering across a motel and florist. The case grew from a task‑force investigation.

Harris County Precinct 4 says Dwight Shaffer is wanted after a June 21 parking-lot assault on the Northwest Freeway. Deputies are asking for tips.

Court filings say Franklin Lopez is charged with six rape counts after forensic interviews with two young children. The alleged assaults are dated Feb. 1, 2025.

A control-tower air-conditioning failure at San Antonio International Airport slowed departures Monday, producing more than 100 delays and a few cancellations.

A man allegedly attacked his mother and brother in Chatsworth and then barricaded himself on Delco Avenue; negotiators remained on scene while victims were treated.