Houston is preparing for its Independence Day event "Freedom Over Texas" with music and fireworks, expected to draw 50,000 attendees to Eleanor Tinsley Park. Crews are ready for any weather contingency as they set up for the evening show.

A 35-year-old man was killed while attempting to cross the Eastex Freeway around 12:10 a.m. yesterday. The driver remained at the scene and showed no signs of intoxication. Houston police continue to investigate the fatal crash.

The Southern District of Texas has charged nearly 100 individuals with immigration and gang-related crimes in four days under Operation Take Back America.

Houston police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run involving a pedestrian on Bissonnet Street, asking the public for information on the fleeing driver.

Houston's Independence Day forecast includes a 40% chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms, high heat index, and possible respiratory impact from fireworks smoke and Saharan dust. Conditions may improve by evening for festivities.

Houston Premium Outlets faced a theft where $1,805 worth of sunglasses were stolen. The suspect is unidentified and at large. Authorities request public assistance.

A deputy arrested Jason McCarthy for continuous child sexual assault in Harris County after an open warrant from Hunt County. The Constable's Office promotes the “C4 NOW” app for community safety updates.

A vehicle crashed into Top Donuts, Spring, injuring an elderly woman. Details and cause of the incident are under investigation, with no driver identity or charges mentioned. The woman's condition is still being evaluated.

A man was arrested in connection with a fatal shooting in Galveston after a 12-hour manhunt. The victim was found dead, and the suspect now awaits trial.

Federal inmate Juan Arturo Mendoza is indicted for assaulting two officers, potentially facing 20 years if convicted. The incident is part of Operation Take Back America.

An inmate, John Robert Bond, faces charges for threatening violence against a Bureau of Prisons official, which could extend his sentence by up to 10 years.

Houston officials announce a multi-agency crackdown on impaired driving for the Fourth of July, involving local law enforcement teams to prevent traffic incidents.

Two hazmat spills after crashes on I-45 North caused major traffic delays in Houston; first a truck collision near Patton Street, then a diesel leak from an 18-wheeler near Crosstimbers Street.