Noah Dodson, 17, was charged with murdering a 59-year-old woman after police say shots were fired into an apartment in the Friendswood area.

A Houston truck driver pleaded guilty to knowingly transporting 24 undocumented immigrants hidden in a tractor-trailer and faces up to five years.

A family-friendly Houston restaurant opened with a supervised playground for children while caregivers dine.

Montgomery County homeowners face higher 2026 property tax bills after the council eliminated the $692 Income Tax Offset Credit.

Backslash at Cornell Tech announced its 2026–27 artist cohort for exhibitions and public presentations on AI and related technologies.

Harris County investigators arrested Alyzae M. Davila in a fatal April shooting on Kuykendahl Road that killed 20-year-old Julianna Elizabeth Cardenas.

A man in his 70s was found dead after a trailer home fire in Brazoria County, with the cause under investigation.

Houston hit 100 degrees Wednesday as Bertha moves inland Thursday, with a Tropical Storm Watch for nearby coastal areas and gusty winds possible.

A Harris County Judge candidate is facing ethics complaints over alleged campaign finance reporting issues and questionable payments.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire proclaimed July 21, 2026 as Muhammad Saeed Sheikh Day honoring his humanitarian service.

A Crawfordsville mother faces felony charges after her 11-month-old tested positive for meth and was hospitalized for seizures.

Houston police arrested Phillip Cerf, accused of four aggravated sexual assaults spanning from 1997 to 2016.

Malfunctioning railroad crossing signals in east Houston have repeatedly activated without trains, prompting safety concerns for drivers and pedestrians.

Prison Break Tattoos owners said a brick shattered their Washington Avenue front door during an aggressive confrontation, and police are investigating.

Houston leaders held a recap touting the 2026 World Cup’s attendance and claimed economic and infrastructure benefits for the city.

Gusty winds across Galveston County have created hazardous conditions for residents and travelers.

A Sweeny man died in a single-vehicle rollover crash on FM 2004.

Houston’s 16th annual Mayor’s Back 2 School & Health Fair at the George R. Brown Convention Center will provide free supplies and health screenings.

Residents near Union Pacific tracks in southeast Houston complained about overgrown vegetation damaging fences until the railroad sent crews to clear it.

Former Magnolia ISD elementary teacher Jason Maldonado was charged with improper educator-student relationship after allegations of inappropriate touching and photography.

Montgomery County Animal Shelter in Kentucky is at capacity, with 60 dogs and room for 42, urging adopters and foster homes to help.

Texas City ISD approved a $1.54 million compensation plan for 2026-27 with a 2% pay increase for employees and higher health insurance contributions.

A Galveston editorial weighs potential traffic, mobility, and economic impacts of building a fifth cruise terminal.

UTMB in Galveston offered an Osher Lifelong Learning Institute course for adults 50+ on artificial intelligence and its risks and benefits.

TxDOT began Phase 2 of the I-45 expansion in Galveston County with a July 31 southbound traffic shift and connector closure.

A panel discussion said Black maternal deaths are driven by systemic access and care disparities rather than biology, and highlighted community-based solutions.

Houston Metro Transit Authority Police received a new mobile command unit to improve incident management and communications across its transit system.

The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals denied a Liberty County man’s appeal in his 2015 conviction tied to a father-in-law murder case.

Porter Fire Department crews responded to a gas station store collapse on FM 1314 and evacuated three uninjured people.

Charleston White alleged people shot at him during a Houston visit at 5th Ward, and said he will report it to the FBI.

Federal judge in Dallas rejected Pooh Shiesty’s bid for pretrial release in the Gucci Mane kidnapping and extortion case while he remains in custody.

Getty Foundation and National Trust announced final grantees receiving $150,000 each to help preserve Black modernist architecture sites.

An article describes two historic serial killers who committed crimes in East Texas, including the Railroad Killer and the Candy Man.

The FBI arrested Khalid Ahmed Satary, accused of a $547 million Medicare genetic testing fraud scheme targeting elderly patients.

HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe named Dr. Renee Hebbeler-Clark as its new chief medical officer to support patient safety and quality initiatives.

Montgomery County police arrested Adrean Walls for alleged stalking of a Kohl’s shopper in Silver Spring and following her to her home.

Article promotes access to mugshots and jail booking information for Montgomery County, Texas.

Exxon Mobil’s appeal over a $691 OSHA mental-health fine led the 5th Circuit to strike down a Clinton-era regulation limiting judges’ ability to void federal rules.

Spearmint secured nearly $450 million in financing for a 600 MWh battery energy storage project in Texas City.

Fort Bend County reported an 83% drop in mosquito activity after an aerial mosquito-control operation following flooding.

A Magnolia massage therapist was arrested for indecent assault after a woman reported inappropriate touching during a massage at a spa.

A woman was shot early Wednesday in southeast Houston near the Gulf Freeway, and police are investigating while she is reported OK.

Pumpkin Tree fruit puree pouches sold at Kroger, Target, and Meijer were recalled after a plastic strand was found in some packages.

ISKCON Houston held celebrations for Balaram Purnima on Aug. 20.

The Indian Muslim Association of Greater Houston held a Galveston Bay outing to introduce changes to its leadership committee.

The Hanford Tri-County All Stars Babe Ruth team collected donations at a local marketplace to help fund a youth baseball trip to Missouri.

Police arrested a juvenile accused of setting American flags on fire outside homes in Montgomery County neighborhoods in Pennsylvania.

A Texas resident with lung cancer sought guidance to disenroll from a Medicare Advantage plan and return to Traditional Medicare.

The University of Houston is considering removing about 100 courses from its core curriculum to comply with Senate Bill 37.

A guide explains how to use the City of Houston online permits and HPC portal for residential and commercial projects.

Montgomery County lists today’s events and meetings, including a Strathmore outdoor concert and County Council data center committee sessions.

A Magnolia woman disputes an Aqua Texas bill showing 97,200 gallons used in one month that she says is impossible.

Eight Midland ISD students joined Baylor College of Medicine’s STEM+M Doc-Prep week-long program in Houston and will share experiences as ambassadors in district classes.

Houston’s Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh USA held its 20th annual Hindu Sangathan Divas on Aug. 24 at a Swaminarayan temple with over 180 participants.

Parents of a China Spring teenager killed in a 2024 UTV crash filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the vehicle owners and driver’s father in Waco.

A Galveston bagel shop reported a Monday burglary causing over $4,000 in damage and is using a slogan to offset costs.

Houston-area districts including Crosby, HISD, and Fort Bend ISD set staggered return-to-class dates for the 2026-2027 school year.

A Harris County prosecutor dismissed a burglary charge against a HCSO deputy accused of breaking into his wife’s home.

A Houston-area trial is underway for Omar Jose Alvarado charged in a 2024 fiery crash that killed a Precinct 5 deputy constable and her daughter.

The Menil Collection and Rothko Chapel hosted Loro Piana’s latest fashion campaign photographed across the museum and chapel grounds in Houston.

Houston hosted FRAGCON, an inaugural Global Fragrance Convention bringing together fragrance brands and enthusiasts for events and samples.

CenterPoint Energy outlined its Greater Houston Resiliency Initiative upgrades and customer storm-alert tools to improve electric grid reliability.

A family of a boy with a rare genetic condition is seeking help.

Chinmaya Mission Houston hosted Mahashivaratri celebrations for Greater Houston's Hindu community with puja, chanting, meditation, and aarti.

Foxconn plans a $71.9 million expansion of its Houston AI server facility at 8718 Fairbanks North Houston Road.

Fermi America announced arrival at the Port of Houston of three Siemens SGT6-5000F turbines for Project Matador near Amarillo.

Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center presented the Mobile Crisis Response Team to county commissioners during a July 21 board meeting.

Hines Global Income Trust purchased Charlotte’s historic Design Center of the Carolinas for $170 million from Asana Partners.

Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office executed two Red Oak search warrants, arresting six suspects on meth and marijuana trafficking charges.

Park Street Homes, with the Houston Area Urban League, held a Juneteenth groundbreaking for Legacy Oaks, a 23-home Acres Homes development.

Montgomery County’s annual Back-to-School Drive in Norristown accepts school-supply donations until Aug. 21 at the DeKalb Center.

Montgomery County Food Bank will host its inaugural Flourish & Nourish Ladies Luncheon Oct. 22, 2026, featuring chef Cat Cora.

Pennsylvania allocated over $10.2 million in RACP state grants for Montgomery County projects including a zoo exhibit and library improvements.

A book recounts the 1985 murder of Shelly Boggio and how prosecutors used jailhouse witnesses in Florida cases.

TxDOT says the Pederson Bridge over I-10 Katy in Waller County will remain closed for additional repairs, causing commute slowdowns.

A Montgomery County jury sentenced Donald Eugene Goss Jr. to 50 years for sexually assaulting an unconscious woman.

Court documents say Destiny Estrada was arrested for her alleged role in a June 1 SW Houston kidnapping, robbery, and assault.

FBI says Elvio Mancebo, accused in a capital murder robbery, was found in Brooklyn and is awaiting extradition to Harris County.

Funeral service and visitation dates were announced for Janice S. McNair, Houston Texans co-founder and senior chair who died July 14.

Authorities seek information on the disappearance of 5-month-old Maverick Vezia from northeast Harris County, last seen Saturday on Tidwell Road.

A new $5 billion Moody Children’s Hospital pediatric campus is planned for Dallas, opening in 2031 with 552 beds and 33 acres.

A Minnesota wildlife rehabilitator uses a costume to prevent human imprinting while caring for orphaned sandhill cranes.

JAM Early Education will host a free “Art of Science: JAMEE Art Gallery” showcase for young students on Thursday at a local recreation center.

The Woodlands Arts Council will debut a renamed Fine Craft, Art & Design Show on Sept. 26-27, 2026, at a Woodlands hotel.

Montgomery County commissioners in Kansas failed to vote on a proposed six-month moratorium on energy projects and data centers.

NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston will host Aug. 3 media events for the SpaceX Crew-13 mission, including technical briefing and press conferences.

Italy temporarily paused extradition of Houston-area murder suspect Lee Gilley pending assurances about sentencing, with next hearing set for Sept. 7.

Forecast calls for a pleasant Tuesday with possible wildfire smoke, followed by a cooler, wetter Wednesday through Friday period.

ICE arrested a Dallas-Fort Worth immigrant relative who sought custody of two unaccompanied Honduran children, amid tighter sponsor vetting rules.

Ainos said its AI Nose deployments generated about 613 million industrial scent data points since December 2025, mainly from semiconductor sites in Houston.

Fulshear City Council will consider stricter e-scooter rules while Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman urges school districts to restrict certain electric motorcycles.

Galveston Island Humane Society held its 13th annual dog surfing competition on July 18 to raise proceeds for the Humane Society.

More than 70 Ashland Specialty Chemicals workers in Texas City continued a strike into the fifth week over outsourcing and alleged safety threats.

HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood named Dr. Arabinda “Ara” Pani its new chief medical officer, overseeing clinical quality and patient-centered care.

Three laborers died after being trapped in a carbon monoxide-filled underground water reservoir at Lapalang, Meghalaya, while residents attempted a rescue.

A motorist in Brazos County killed pro boxer Hannah Rapp by stopping, reversing, and striking her while she rode a bicycle.