Houston Police officer Sean Ratcliff was arrested for DWI after crashing into a METRO bus; his second such arrest. He was released on bond and relieved of duty.

Houston PE teacher, Christopher J. Hampton, is charged with illegally sharing intimate material of his ex-girlfriend, leading to an HISD investigation and his administrative leave.

Texas Hill Country floods have resulted in 121 deaths with Kerr County most affected. 166 remain missing with a multi-agency, multi-state rescue effort underway. Local media started a relief initiative, with FEMA aiding affected residents.

A shoplifting incident at a Houston grocery store turned into an armed confrontation, prompting police to seek public assistance in identifying the armed suspect.

A Texas DMV employee and another individual face felony charges for a car title laundering scheme involving stolen vehicles with altered VINs in Houston.

After receiving a suspicious person call, deputies arrested Larenz Parker, who had a felony warrant for injuring the elderly, and held him in Harris County Jail.

Harris County faces a $1 billion shortfall for flood control projects and must prioritize critical works, potentially seeking additional funds due to inflation and rising costs.

Masiullah Sahil, charged with the murder of Afghan War veteran Abdul Niazi, received a PR bond after prosecutors missed the indictment deadline. Despite an additional tampering charge, community trust in Harris County's legal system is shaken.

A 52-year-old former Huntsville resident, Mario Raynard Roberson, has been indicted in connection with a deadly house fire in June 2023. Federal prosecutors allege Roberson conspired to set his home on fire to collect insurance money, resulting in the deaths of two individuals.

Houston's Latin Restaurant Weeks event from July 11-25 celebrates Latin cuisine with local favorites and new venues highlighting diverse dishes and cultural traditions.

Hundreds of animals have been displaced or killed by floods in Texas's Hill Country, with ongoing rescue efforts and shelters preparing for an influx of displaced animals. Community support is crucial for the recovery process.

A 22-year-old named Daniel Tevante Comick has been arrested for a fatal shooting on Bellfort Avenue, Houston, after being found with a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Houston's weekend weather includes a chance of showers and thunderstorms, high temperatures in the low 90s, and gusty winds. Conditions are expected to ease into a typical summer pattern, with no tropical activity forecasted for the next week.