Luby’s president says the chain is investigating a viral video in which an employee accuses a manager of "looking at little girls" and asked people not to spread unverified claims.

County leaders and a new regional coalition will press Texas lawmakers in 2027 to expand subsidized, certified child care as ARPA dollars run out. Proposals include provider accelerators, tax incentives and regulatory fixes.

Trader Joe's confirmed a Spring‑area store and crews have begun site work at the Bellaire location, advancing the chain's expansion across Greater Houston. Permits show a roughly 12,500‑sq‑ft Spring build with construction penciled in for mid‑2026.

An Uber driver in Montgomery County was arrested after investigators say he sent sexually explicit images to underage riders. Authorities are asking possible victims to come forward.

Walk‑On’s will open at Valley Ranch Town Center in New Caney in late August, bringing Cajun dishes, a full bar and more than 90 TVs to the growing retail district.

James Talarico unveiled a plan to close tax breaks for billionaires—targeting carried interest, offshore accounts and luxury write‑offs—to boost federal revenue.

A Bellaire police sergeant was booked on an assault causing bodily injury–family violence charge and put on administrative leave as an outside agency investigates.

A Houston woman admitted using a U.S. citizen’s Social Security number for decades to collect disability and Medicare benefits, prosecutors say. Sentencing is set for July 2.

Coach Stormy denied pyramid‑scheme allegations in a FOX 26 interview on April 15, 2026, after a former recruit said she lost more than $5,000. The dispute raises questions about paid retreats and recruitment-driven income models.

A security guard shot a woman believed to be homeless after a parking-lot fight on the 5800 block of MLK Boulevard; police are seeking surveillance video.

A woman wanted on a robbery warrant was arrested without incident in the 19700 block of Holzwarth Road, the Precinct says. Deputies remained on scene as investigators worked.

Treasury’s OFAC blacklisted Casino Centenario and Diamante Casino after a Homeland Security Task Force traced stash houses, money‑laundering and intimidation to Cartel del Noreste.

A north Harris County woman was shot outside her home and her boyfriend reportedly struck the accused stalker as he tried to flee, deputies say.