A lightning strike caused a house fire in northwest Harris County, but no injuries were reported as responders from various departments quelled the flames.

A 68-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run on the North Loop East freeway in Houston, with the driver still at large. Houston PD is investigating and seeking public assistance.

The "Be Someone" mural in Houston is embroiled in legal issues involving trespassing and vandalism after attempts to restore it followed a defacement in April. Despite public support for the mural, Union Pacific is investigating the incident.

Houston constables arrested Gregorio Bernal, a thrice-caught DWI offender, following a car crash. Bernal failed sobriety tests and his bail is set at $30,000.

A theft at the Houston Premium Outlets' Fossil Store has prompted law enforcement to seek public help in identifying a suspect described as a Black male who stole two watches. Increased patrols and the “C4 NOW” app aim to enhance community safety.

A man was hospitalized with a non-fatal head injury following a shooting in west Houston, with police investigating the exchange of gunfire between two groups.

Constable Mark Herman's Office arrested Kerissa Penister in Harris County for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after she reportedly used a knife in a disturbance. Her bond was set at $45,000 by the 176th District Court.

Repeated DWI offender Wesley Reis was arrested by Constable Mark Herman's deputies in Spring Cypress area, with a history including intoxication manslaughter.

A missing 16-year-old Harris County girl was found safe in Huntsville; 22-year-old Nathaniel Young was charged with harbouring a runaway after allegedly forming a relationship with her online.

Demarcus Jamal Coleman was arrested for the murder of Darcie Roland, who was fatally shot in Houston; his capture followed a traffic stop and foot chase.

A woman was killed in a suspected murder-suicide by a 48-year-old man who then shot himself in Harris County. She had called 911 but died after arriving at the hospital.

Ford Elementary in Conroe, Texas, evacuated due to a gas odor from a boiler issue; no injuries reported, and the school district is managing the situation.

Hunter Valverde is wanted for theft at an adult store, with authorities seeking public assistance in his apprehension.