A Houston man, Ndem Oduu, was sentenced to 45 months in federal prison for stealing a COVID-19 stimulus check. He will also pay restitution and serve supervised release.

In Downtown Houston, a minor car collision escalated when an intoxicated woman in her 50s shot and wounded another woman, before being arrested by a nearby police officer. The victim's injuries were non-life-threatening.

Two Venezuelan nationals have been charged with the murder of 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray in Houston, with ICE detainers due to their illegal entry into the U.S.

Alicia Cerf was arrested for DUI and illegal possession of Xanax after a traffic stop by Constable Herman's deputies in the 11200 block of E. Airtex. Her bond is set at $200.

Four suspects were arrested for an aggravated robbery in Harris County, with deputies responding to a robbery and tracking the victim's stolen phone to make the arrests.

The Illinois Poison Center reports a rise in cannabis edible exposures among children under five, with experts urging safe storage and warning of mental health risks.

A METRORail train crash in Houston involving four vehicles sent six people to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and halted service for 1.5 hours.

Houston plans to raise police recruitment by adding a sixth cadet class, amidst a shortage and recent scandal, with a $4 million boost, while considering a $10,000 incentive to attract candidates.

The article discusses the details and implications of the upcoming merger between Six Flags and Cedar Fair, set for July 1st, with a combined value of $8 billion.

The University of Houston dismissed Athletic Director Chris Pezman, citing the need for a strategic shift in addressing the evolving collegiate athletics landscape.

Tamesha Smith was arrested for making a terroristic threat during an incident on West Lake Houston Parkway; bond was set at $100. Actual circumstances and relationship details remain undisclosed.

Two individuals are sought for the theft of over $1,100 in fragrances from an ULTA store, with authorities requesting public assistance in their identification.

The Harris County Sheriff's Office reported a fatal auto-pedestrian accident on the Grand Parkway, where a man was killed, leading to a traffic advisory and an ongoing investigation.