14-year-old Conroe boy found shot in parking lot of apartment complex; 2 other teens arrested
Read full article: 14-year-old Conroe boy found shot in parking lot of apartment complex; 2 other teens arrestedTwo teenagers were arrested and charged after a 14-year-old boy was found shot at an apartment complex in Conroe on Thursday morning.
18-year-old man, possibly having mental health crisis, taken into custody after SWAT standoff outside Conroe McDonald’s
Read full article: 18-year-old man, possibly having mental health crisis, taken into custody after SWAT standoff outside Conroe McDonald’sA heavy police presence was reported near a fast-food restaurant parking lot off I-45 in Conroe.
LIST: Free and low-cost splash pads, spray grounds and waterparks in the Houston area to cool off in summer 2026
Read full article: LIST: Free and low-cost splash pads, spray grounds and waterparks in the Houston area to cool off in summer 2026Where to beat the heat and make summer memories without breaking the bank.
All-clear given after suspicious package investigated at Montgomery County Courthouse
Read full article: All-clear given after suspicious package investigated at Montgomery County CourthouseAuthorities are investigating a suspicious package discovered Monday in downtown Conroe, prompting evacuations and multiple street closures near the Montgomery County Courthouse.
Falling tree damages vehicle traveling on Louetta Road in Cypress, leads to minor injuries
Read full article: Falling tree damages vehicle traveling on Louetta Road in Cypress, leads to minor injuriesAuthorities say the occupants of a vehicle sustained minor injuries and are being evaluated after a tree fell onto it while it was driving.
Cypress-Fairbanks ISD approves $1.2 billion budget amid $80.9 million projected deficit
Read full article: Cypress-Fairbanks ISD approves $1.2 billion budget amid $80.9 million projected deficitThe Cypress-Fairbanks ISD Board of Trustees adopted a $1.25 billion budget and staff compensation plan for the 2026-27 school year in a 6-1 vote during its regularly scheduled board meeting June 22. Trustee Christine Kalmbach cast the lone dissenting vote.
Woman accused of trying to steal $52K through fraudulent refunds at Northwest Freeway business
Read full article: Woman accused of trying to steal $52K through fraudulent refunds at Northwest Freeway businessApril Timberlake was arrested after allegedly attempting to process fraudulent refunds totaling approximately $52,000 at her workplace on the Northwest Freeway, according to Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office.
Cy-Fair ISD to hold district safety exercise at Rowe Middle School, Berry Center Wednesday
Read full article: Cy-Fair ISD to hold district safety exercise at Rowe Middle School, Berry Center WednesdayCypress-Fairbanks ISD is notifying the public that it is holding a full-scale safety exercise on Wednesday at Rowe Middle School and the Berry Center.
'Almost like quicksand': Porretto Beach closes for first time in 70-year history amid city drainage dispute
Read full article: 'Almost like quicksand': Porretto Beach closes for first time in 70-year history amid city drainage disputePorretto Beach in Galveston has closed for the first time in its 70-year history due to safety concerns following a city drainage project that allegedly damaged the beach’s subsurface, creating quicksand-like conditions.
On the upper Texas coast, many petrochemical facilities may not be prepared for fiercer storms
Read full article: On the upper Texas coast, many petrochemical facilities may not be prepared for fiercer stormsGalveston County alone is home to 22 refineries and chemical plants. Their level of emergency preparedness varies widely.
UTMB police searching for man accused of assaulting security officer in Galveston
Read full article: UTMB police searching for man accused of assaulting security officer in GalvestonGalveston police are searching for a man accused of assaulting a University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) security officer early Sunday morning.
LIST: Fourth of July fireworks, parades, celebrations across Greater Houston
Read full article: LIST: Fourth of July fireworks, parades, celebrations across Greater HoustonGreater Houston is preparing for an especially festive Fourth of July in 2026, marking America’s 250th birthday with a variety of events across the region.
‘Where it all began’: Galveston church marks 161 years of Juneteenth celebration, tracing roots to 1865
Read full article: ‘Where it all began’: Galveston church marks 161 years of Juneteenth celebration, tracing roots to 1865Reedy Chapel AME in Galveston, established in 1848, is recognized as the site of the first documented Juneteenth celebration in Texas, marking the announcement of freedom to enslaved people on June 19, 1865. The church continues to honor its historic role by educating visitors and fostering unity in the Galveston community.
New Sprouts in Kingwood Is Here | And Yes, You Can Sample Just About Anything
Read full article: New Sprouts in Kingwood Is Here | And Yes, You Can Sample Just About AnythingTake a look inside the brand-new Sprouts Farmers Market in Kingwood, where fresh produce, organic groceries, local partnerships and plenty of samples are waiting for shoppers. Plus, learn where to find Sprouts' viral $5.99 sandwich in the Houston area.
These women athletes from Afghanistan escaped Taliban rule. Now the players of Houston Shine FC find joy in soccer again
Read full article: These women athletes from Afghanistan escaped Taliban rule. Now the players of Houston Shine FC find joy in soccer againMeet the female players of Houston Shine FC. Their inspiring story of escaping the threat from the Taliban for playing soccer as women to finding a new game and reclaiming their love for the sport.
Houston Fourth of July weekend forecast: Hot, humid and mainly dry
Read full article: Houston Fourth of July weekend forecast: Hot, humid and mainly dryHouston’s Fourth of July weekend forecast brings classic July weather: muggy mornings, hot afternoons and a few hit-or-miss storms. Rain chances stay low, but not zero, while the tropics remain quiet with no development expected over the next seven days.
How Texans left tackle Aireontae Ersery has improved significantly: ‘Confidence, right steps, right direction’
Read full article: How Texans left tackle Aireontae Ersery has improved significantly: ‘Confidence, right steps, right direction’Texans rookie offensive tackle Aireontae Ersery has made strides heading into his second NFL season
Brazoria County Sheriff's Office makes multiple arrests in undercover online solicitation operation
Read full article: Brazoria County Sheriff's Office makes multiple arrests in undercover online solicitation operationEight suspects were arrested in Brazoria County during an undercover operation targeting online solicitation of minors, conducted by the Sheriff’s Office in collaboration with the Houston Metro Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.
HCSO deputy shoots knife-wielding man after family dispute at NE Harris County home
Read full article: HCSO deputy shoots knife-wielding man after family dispute at NE Harris County homeA man was shot by a Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputy while deputies responded to a reported disturbance in the Humble area Wednesday afternoon, according to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.
‘Stop the bleeding’: Body camera footage shows moment deputy was shot during gunfight at Humble apartment complex
Read full article: ‘Stop the bleeding’: Body camera footage shows moment deputy was shot during gunfight at Humble apartment complexNewly released body camera footage from the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office shows the tense moments a deputy was shot and wounded during a gunfight with an armed suspect at a Humble-area apartment complex last week.
Precinct 4 deputy released from hospital after being shot during Humble apartment gunfight
Read full article: Precinct 4 deputy released from hospital after being shot during Humble apartment gunfightA Harris County Precinct 4 deputy, Dante Zepeda, was released from the hospital after being shot during a gunfight at the Pavilion at the Groves apartments in Humble.
Deputy shot during gunfight at Humble apartment complex; suspect taken into custody
Read full article: Deputy shot during gunfight at Humble apartment complex; suspect taken into custodyA Harris County Precinct 4 deputy was shot during a gunfight with a shotgun-wielding suspect at an apartment complex in Humble. The deputy sustained non-life-threatening injuries and is expected to have a lengthy recovery.
Driver charged with manslaughter after Tesla crashes into Katy-area home, killing 76-year-old woman
Read full article: Driver charged with manslaughter after Tesla crashes into Katy-area home, killing 76-year-old womanThe driver accused of crashing a Tesla into a Katy-area home, killing a 76-year-old woman, has now been charged with manslaughter, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
LIST: Places in Houston that are taking donations for Venezuela
Read full article: LIST: Places in Houston that are taking donations for VenezuelaFollowing a devastating earthquake in Venezuela, several Houston locations are collecting donations to aid victims. Donation sites include Daikin Park with the Houston Astros, Sharky’s Waterfront Grill and Chimichurri’s South American Grill, and 10th Planet Houston, each accepting various supplies. Monetary donations are also encouraged as the death toll rises. The community is urged to contribute and inform organizers of additional donation opportunities.
Fiery Katy Freeway crash kills 2 after 18-wheeler rolls onto car
Read full article: Fiery Katy Freeway crash kills 2 after 18-wheeler rolls onto carTwo people are dead after an 18-wheeler overturned onto a vehicle, causing the car to catch fire Wednesday morning on the Katy Freeway, according to the Houston Police Department.
New Sprouts in Kingwood Is Here | And Yes, You Can Sample Just About Anything
Read full article: New Sprouts in Kingwood Is Here | And Yes, You Can Sample Just About AnythingTake a look inside the brand-new Sprouts Farmers Market in Kingwood, where fresh produce, organic groceries, local partnerships and plenty of samples are waiting for shoppers. Plus, learn where to find Sprouts' viral $5.99 sandwich in the Houston area.
Kingwood HS five-star offensive lineman Kennedy Brown commits to Texas A&M: ‘I’m home, Gig ‘em!’
Read full article: Kingwood HS five-star offensive lineman Kennedy Brown commits to Texas A&M: ‘I’m home, Gig ‘em!’Five-star offensive lineman Kennedy Brown has officially picked his home for college football — and he’s headed to Texas A&M University.
Montgomery County Uber driver arrested, accused of soliciting teenage boys he met during rides
Read full article: Montgomery County Uber driver arrested, accused of soliciting teenage boys he met during ridesA Montgomery County man is facing multiple felony charges after investigators say he used a rideshare encounter to contact and allegedly solicit minors.
Missouri City’s Grain & Berry is serving up healthy eats while its owners balance full-time careers
Read full article: Missouri City’s Grain & Berry is serving up healthy eats while its owners balance full-time careersHealthy eating has a new home in Missouri City with the opening of Grain & Berry, a fast-casual café known for its açaí bowls, smoothies, fresh juices and other wholesome menu items.
Firefighters expected to recover after battling attic fire in Missouri City
Read full article: Firefighters expected to recover after battling attic fire in Missouri CityTwo Missouri City firefighters are expected to recover after being injured while battling a house fire on Quail Meadow Drive, which caused extensive damage to the home.
Missouri City traffic stop uncovers major chop shop tied to stolen vehicles nationwide
Read full article: Missouri City traffic stop uncovers major chop shop tied to stolen vehicles nationwideAccording to the Missouri City Police Department, officers conducting a standard stop uncovered evidence that led to a large-scale auto chop shop operation.
Missouri City swears in Troy Finner as new police chief; community turnout fills ceremony
Read full article: Missouri City swears in Troy Finner as new police chief; community turnout fills ceremonyTroy Finner has officially been sworn in as the new police chief of the Missouri City Police Department, marking the start of his leadership with a standing-room-only ceremony attended by elected officials, law enforcement and community members.
Porter homeowners alarmed by black sediment in water; utility says it meets Texas standards
Read full article: Porter homeowners alarmed by black sediment in water; utility says it meets Texas standardsHomeowners in The Highlands community of Porter, Texas, are expressing frustration over persistent black sediment appearing in their water, bathtubs, toilet bowls, and filters. Despite assurances from Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 140 that the water meets all Texas drinking water standards and that the sediment is due to naturally occurring manganese in the groundwater, residents remain concerned about the safety of their water for drinking, bathing, and household use. Many have installed filtration systems or switched to bottled water, but the problem persists, leading to ongoing discomfort and calls for clearer explanations and solutions. Local authorities and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality have been contacted for further information and guidance.
Montgomery Co. drops assault charge against former Harris Co. prosecutor accused of choking girlfriend at kid’s party
Read full article: Montgomery Co. drops assault charge against former Harris Co. prosecutor accused of choking girlfriend at kid’s partyMontgomery County prosecutors have dismissed an assault charge against former Harris County Assistant District Attorney Gabriel Kabak who lost his job after being arrested by the Panorama Village Police Department earlier this year.
Commercial truck driver charged in fatal crash that killed Montgomery County deputy
Read full article: Commercial truck driver charged in fatal crash that killed Montgomery County deputyOfficials with the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office confirms a 20-year-old man, who was the driver of the commercial truck which struck and killed a Montgomery County sheriff’s deputy over the weekend, has been arrested and charged in connection to her death.
Pasadena Police Department vehicle struck while responding to crash near Beltway 8 in southeast Harris County
Read full article: Pasadena Police Department vehicle struck while responding to crash near Beltway 8 in southeast Harris CountyA police vehicle responding to a major crash was involved in a second collision Sunday afternoon near Beltway 8, authorities said.
Person killed, 3 injured in 2-vehicle crash along Beltway 8 in Pasadena
Read full article: Person killed, 3 injured in 2-vehicle crash along Beltway 8 in PasadenaAn investigation is underway after a crash along Beltway 8 leaves one dead and three injured Sunday afternoon, according to Pasadena Police Department.
LIST: Free and low-cost splash pads, spray grounds and waterparks in the Houston area to cool off in summer 2026
Read full article: LIST: Free and low-cost splash pads, spray grounds and waterparks in the Houston area to cool off in summer 2026Where to beat the heat and make summer memories without breaking the bank.
Pasadena ISD votes to close McMasters Elementary School amid budget concerns
Read full article: Pasadena ISD votes to close McMasters Elementary School amid budget concernsAn emotional meeting unfolded Tuesday night as Pasadena ISD’s school board voted to close and consolidate McMasters Elementary while also approving a restructuring plan for Tegeler Community School.
Pearland police identify suspect in aggravated robbery of 79-year-old man outside Walgreens
Read full article: Pearland police identify suspect in aggravated robbery of 79-year-old man outside WalgreensThe Pearland Police Department says it has identified the suspect accused of assaulting and robbing a 79-year-old man outside a Walgreens earlier this month.
‘Part of our family legacy’: Pearland leader reflects on Juneteenth
Read full article: ‘Part of our family legacy’: Pearland leader reflects on JuneteenthJuneteenth, commemorating the emancipation of the last enslaved people in Texas on June 19, 1865, is celebrated as a pivotal moment in both Houston-area and American history.
Pearland firefighters respond to four house fires in four hours as storms move through area
Read full article: Pearland firefighters respond to four house fires in four hours as storms move through areaThe Pearland Fire Department responded to multiple house fires across the city within a four-hour period as severe thunderstorms moved across the Houston area Monday.
Five Houston area softball teams heading to UIL State Championship games
Read full article: Five Houston area softball teams heading to UIL State Championship gamesHouston area continues to be a powerhouse when it comes to high school and five area teams look to bring home the hardware from Austin.
2 Helps You: Spring dentist impacting community with $100K in free dental care Saturday
Read full article: 2 Helps You: Spring dentist impacting community with $100K in free dental care SaturdayDr. Parthiv Mehta, owner of Charm Dental in Spring, is hosting an annual event offering free dental care to the community, with services expected to total around $100,000 in value.
Spring families forced from home after floodwaters rush inside during heavy rain
Read full article: Spring families forced from home after floodwaters rush inside during heavy rainA Spring family is scrambling to find a new place to live after floodwaters surged into their rental home during heavy rain Monday morning, leaving behind extensive damage and forcing them to move out within days.
Spring Branch ISD says TEA funding formula change cost district $9.6 million
Read full article: Spring Branch ISD says TEA funding formula change cost district $9.6 millionThe funding issue was also discussed during a Texas legislative hearing, where officials said Houston ISD could lose about $17 million under the revised formula.
Circle K says it will reimburse customers after contaminated fuel damages vehicles
Read full article: Circle K says it will reimburse customers after contaminated fuel damages vehiclesCircle K has responded to KPRC 2 after nearly a dozen customers who filled up at a Circle K at Antoine and Long Point Road say contaminated fuel damaged their vehicles around May 16.
Police searching for driver after Sugar Land officer injured during traffic stop
Read full article: Police searching for driver after Sugar Land officer injured during traffic stopA Sugar Land police officer was injured during a traffic stop Tuesday night, and the driver involved fled the scene, according to investigators.
AEW Star Thunder Rosa balances two wrestling worlds while inspiring fans to chase their dreams
Read full article: AEW Star Thunder Rosa balances two wrestling worlds while inspiring fans to chase their dreamsAll Elite Wrestling is back in town, and one of its biggest stars joins "Houston "Life" us in Studio B! Thunder Rosa chats about the next chapter of her career as she takes on a unique dual role with AEW and Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre—Mexico’s premier professional wrestling promotion. Catch up with the former champion about her what this international partnership means for her, her passion for wrestling and where you can see her next.
Two suspects wanted after being charged with murder in shooting near Sugar Land, HPD says
Read full article: Two suspects wanted after being charged with murder in shooting near Sugar Land, HPD saysPolice have charged Iddris Umaru and Axzey Mojica with murder following the fatal shooting of Sean Bree, 39, in a strip center parking lot near Sugar Land.
Sugar Land police searching for man accused of attacking Houston nanny with baseball bat
Read full article: Sugar Land police searching for man accused of attacking Houston nanny with baseball batA Houston nanny suffered serious injuries after police say a stranger attacked her with a baseball bat while she was walking a two-year-old child in a stroller in Sugar Land. Investigators are searching for the suspect.
Commercial truck driver charged in fatal crash that killed Montgomery County deputy
Read full article: Commercial truck driver charged in fatal crash that killed Montgomery County deputyOfficials with the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office confirms a 20-year-old man, who was the driver of the commercial truck which struck and killed a Montgomery County sheriff’s deputy over the weekend, has been arrested and charged in connection to her death.
Montgomery County deputy killed by vehicle on I-45 North near The Woodlands, officials say
Read full article: Montgomery County deputy killed by vehicle on I-45 North near The Woodlands, officials sayMontgomery County Sheriff’s Deputy Erika Serrato, 24, was killed early Sunday when she was struck by a commercial truck while directing traffic at the scene of a multi-vehicle crash on I-45 North near The Woodlands.
Spring families forced from home after floodwaters rush inside during heavy rain
Read full article: Spring families forced from home after floodwaters rush inside during heavy rainA Spring family is scrambling to find a new place to live after floodwaters surged into their rental home during heavy rain Monday morning, leaving behind extensive damage and forcing them to move out within days.
Firefighters respond to over a dozen flood-related calls after flash flooding hits The Woodlands
Read full article: Firefighters respond to over a dozen flood-related calls after flash flooding hits The WoodlandsThe Woodlands Fire Department says their firefighters responded to over a dozen flood-related calls after storms dropped nearly six inches of rain in several hours Tuesday morning.
Brazoria County Sheriff's Office makes multiple arrests in undercover online solicitation operation
Read full article: Brazoria County Sheriff's Office makes multiple arrests in undercover online solicitation operationEight suspects were arrested in Brazoria County during an undercover operation targeting online solicitation of minors, conducted by the Sheriff’s Office in collaboration with the Houston Metro Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.
Ground stops lifted at Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), Hobby Airport (HOU) after thunderstorms
Read full article: Ground stops lifted at Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), Hobby Airport (HOU) after thunderstormsGround stops have been issued at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport due to thunderstorms across Houston Thursday.
AMBER Alert issued for missing 11-month-old Maverick Young last seen in Odessa
Read full article: AMBER Alert issued for missing 11-month-old Maverick Young last seen in OdessaAn AMBER Alert has been issued for 11-month-old Maverick Young, last seen Tuesday morning in Odessa, Texas. Authorities believe Maverick was abducted and may be with Tinley Young, 20. Both individuals' descriptions have been released and the public is urged to contact authorities with any information. The Ector County Sheriff’s Office is overseeing the case.
Woman fights off attacker after alleged violent assault in downtown Houston parking garage
Read full article: Woman fights off attacker after alleged violent assault in downtown Houston parking garageA man is now in custody after a woman was attacked in a downtown Houston parking garage Thursday morning, according to the Houston Police Department.
Houston man accused of spraying homeless, disabled people with high-powered water gun, posting videos online
Read full article: Houston man accused of spraying homeless, disabled people with high-powered water gun, posting videos onlineA man was arrested and charged after allegedly taunting disabled and homeless people by spraying them with a high-powered, motorized water gun, according to the Houston Police Department.
Cyclospora cases are rising in Texas and the parasite hiding in your produce can resist routine cleaning
Read full article: Cyclospora cases are rising in Texas and the parasite hiding in your produce can resist routine cleaningCyclospora, a parasite causing gastrointestinal illness, has reemerged in Texas and several other states, with Texas and Illinois reporting up to 30 cases each and New York leading with around 80 cases since May 1, 2026.
Congressman Menefee presses EPA for answers on Fifth Ward, Kashmere Gardens contamination investigation
Read full article: Congressman Menefee presses EPA for answers on Fifth Ward, Kashmere Gardens contamination investigationCongressman Christian Menefee demands answers from the EPA over delays in the Fifth Ward contamination investigation and calls for transparency on health risks.
Fort Bend County confirms first human case of West Nile Virus in 2026
Read full article: Fort Bend County confirms first human case of West Nile Virus in 2026The Fort Bend County Health & Human Services (FBCHHS) Epidemiology Division announced Wednesday the county’s first human case of Neuroinvasive West Nile virus (WNV) for 2026.
'Almost like quicksand': Porretto Beach closes for first time in 70-year history amid city drainage dispute
Read full article: 'Almost like quicksand': Porretto Beach closes for first time in 70-year history amid city drainage disputePorretto Beach in Galveston has closed for the first time in its 70-year history due to safety concerns following a city drainage project that allegedly damaged the beach’s subsurface, creating quicksand-like conditions.