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A 22‑year‑old was arrested and charged with murder in the death of Persia Amarra Conway, whose body was found near Brays Bayou on May 25. Family and advocates held a vigil as investigators continue their probe.
Detectives released images after a rock struck a windshield on the 5700 block of the North Freeway and a second man attempted to steal the vehicle; Crime Stoppers is offering up to $5,000.
Constables released video showing a woman pointing a handgun at teenagers in Cypress's Yaupon Ranch. Investigators are asking residents for tips.
Politics & Govt in ...
James Talarico bought Spanish‑language Telemundo ad time during World Cup matches in a $800K‑plus statewide buy aimed at Latino voters.
Weather & Environment in ...
Sticky heat and high humidity push felt temperatures into the low 100s today. Gulf beaches face rough surf and a high rip-current risk; brief afternoon storms are possible.
Humble ISD’s FY 2026-27 budget hires more than 20 special‑education staff and raises starting teacher pay to $68K while projecting a small surplus.
Lee R. Raymond, the former ExxonMobil chief who engineered the Mobil takeover and years of record profits, has died in Dallas at 87. His career combined market triumphs with fierce controversy over climate science.
A woman faces intoxication manslaughter charges after a late‑night north Harris County crash that killed her common‑law husband; deputies say speed and lack of a seat belt were factors.
Real Estate & Development in ...
A 643‑unit Galleria‑area apartment complex sold to SITG and Ajyad Capital for roughly $39M, a low per‑unit price that suggests a hands‑on value‑add plan.
Harris County deputies say a roommate dispute over rental payments ended in a fatal shooting. Authorities identified the victim as Curtis Veazie and charged Elijah Walker.
League City approved 'Healthy Spaces' updates that restrict camping and panhandling, require written permission to camp on private property, and create misdemeanor penalties.
A 19‑year‑old has been arrested and charged in the Dec. 14, 2024 Curfew Club shooting in north Houston that killed two teenagers and wounded others.
Houston police are investigating after a woman was found dead with signs of trauma in the 2300 block of Caroline Street; autopsy and identification are pending.
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