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Crime Reduction Unit Proactive Enforcement leads to arrest of Unauthorized Use of Motor Vehicle Suspect
On the afternoon of June 17, 2026, deputies with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office Crime Reduction Unit (CRU) arrested a female suspect for Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle. Deputies assigned to the CRU were conducting proactive patrols in The Woodlands in response to a...
Former Montgomery County nanny accused of child indecency
Montgomery County authorities are asking others to reach out to them if they were assaulted by Evan Moore.
MCSO arrests Former Nanny for Indecency with a Child
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office has arrested 21-year-old [male suspect] in connection with an ongoing child abuse investigation and is urging the public to come forward with additional information. On June 17, 2026, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office Special Victims...
Obama Center's opening draws former presidents, music legends and A-list celebrities
Former President Barack Obama, joined by three former presidents, celebrated the opening of his presidential museum in Chicago in an extraordinary event Thursday.
Texas drug mule who hid 40 pounds of fentanyl in car with child sentenced to 24 years
A Big Lake woman has been sentenced to 24 years in federal prison for her role as a drug mule for a transnational criminal organization.
Retired teacher reconnects with former 1st grade students at time of High School graduation
Ellen Forbes has been creating personalized yearbooks of her former 1st graders from Mount Pleasant Elementary School in Wilmington, DE.
Take a dive into the Ministry of Awe
Ministry of Awe provides an interactive museum experience along with a new perspective on what art can be.
'Project Runway' Season 22 trailer reveals Tyra Banks' return and a record 22 designers
'Project Runway' Season 22 ups the stakes with 22 designers, Tyra Banks' return and celebrity guest judges.
What is Juneteenth and why is it celebrated? What to know for 2026
It was 160 years ago that enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, learned they had been freed - after the Civil War's end and two years after President Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation.
Home sellers could boost offers by thousands with this surprising paint color
Buyers are showing growing interest in warm, comfortable colors over plain white walls.
Border patrol officers seize nearly $1 million in cocaine at South Texas ports of entry
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized more than $984,000 worth of cocaine during two separate weekend enforcement actions at South Texas ports of entry, authorities announced Thursday.
Quilt stitches together stories of historic Black neighborhoods
A new quilt honoring Houston's historic Black neighborhoods shows that keeping history alive goes beyond what you find in books.
2 Conroe juveniles facing felony charges after 14-year-old shot at apartment complex
Two juveniles have been arrested and are facing felony charged for their alleged involvement in the shooting of a 14-year-old boy, Conroe police say.
Report heading to Texas leaders cites Camp Mystic emergency planning failures before 2025 flood
A new investigative report paints a troubling picture of Camp Mystic's preparedness before last year's historic July 4 floods, which killed 25 campers and two counselors. The 115-page report will now be used by the Texas Legislature to guide future policy changes.
Texas development group sues Trump administration over Big Bend border wall plans
A Presidio and Presidio County economic development organization is suing the Trump administration, claiming that plans to build a border wall and other technology will increase the risk of flooding in the Big Bend region.
Heavy truck rollover crash blocking left lanes in both directions of SH 288 at CR 220: TxDOT
The wreck is causing delays and is blocking the left lanes on both the northbound and southbound sides of Highway 288 at CR 220, according to TxDOT.
A slap in the face for Meta
The company removed facial recognition software from its app after backlash over ties to a defense contractor.
NTSB: Bus continued nearly half a mile after initial crash on I-95 in Virginia
A motorcoach crashed into a line of vehicles in a Virginia I-95 work zone, killing five people and injuring several others.
Hello Houston (June 18, 2026)
Today: We take a closer look at what Juneteenth means to us in modern times, share tips on how to prevent summer learning loss, and listen to a conversation with Texas pitmaster Sloan Rinaldi. Plus, we share our latest Current Obsessions.
Report heading to Texas leaders cites Camp Mystic emergency planning failures before 2025 flood
A new investigative report paints a troubling picture of Camp Mystic's preparedness before last year’s historic July Fourth floods, which killed 25 campers and two counselors. The 115-page report will now be used by the Texas Legislature to guide future policy changes.
Texas man receives maximum 50-year federal prison sentence for abusing two children
A Texas man has been sentenced to 50 years in federal prison for the sexual exploitation and abuse of two children, federal prosecutors announced Wednesday.
Heavy rain moves away, Heat Warning issued for Thursday
Tropical Storm Arthur's heavy rain and wind has moved into Louisiana. Meanwhile, a Heat Warning has been issued for southeast Texas for Thursday.
Robbery ends in suspects' vehicle hitting and becoming pinned under 18-wheeler along East Loop: PD
Officers reported spotting the vehicle allegedly involved in a robbery, but before they could take action, the suspects tried fleeing but hit an 18-wheeler, spun out, and hit another big rig and became pinned under it.
Braving triple-digit heat: How fans are staying cool at Houston FIFA Fan Fest
Despite "feels-like" temperatures soaring well into the triple digits, dedicated soccer fans are still flocking to EaDo with creative ways to stay cool for the Houston FIFA Fan Fest.
List: Several Houston-area organizations hosting Juneteenth celebrations
As Juneteenth approaches, several Houston-area organizations are hosting celebrations to commemorate the holiday.
Rock Bottom Hope celebrates new space with The Woodlands Chamber Ribbon Cutting
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FAQ: How World Cup fans and workers can stay safe in the heat
More than 1 in 3 World Cup matches face dangerously hot, humid weather. Here's how to protect yourself from heat illness.
Woman accused of fatally running over man who was working under vehicle, dragging him, HPD says
A woman is in custody, accused of fatally running over a man who was working under a vehicle, dragging him about two blocks before he became detached, police said.
6-year-old stung by invasive clinging jellyfish in New Jersey's Metedeconk River
A 6-year-old girl suffered a painful encounter with a rare, invasive jellyfish species while playing in Metedeconk River in New Jersey
Houston dance company shares black history on stage
"The Fairytale Project" tells the real-life love story of Jim & Winnie Shankle, the founders of one of the first freedom colonies in Texas.
Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
This disabled veteran wants you to wear sunglasses this weekend
It's part of a campaign to raise awareness for an often misunderstood disease.
Meet the young star bringing Bonnie to life in 'Toy Story 5'
While at the "Toy Story 5" world premiere, Scarlett Spears shared the similarities she sees between herself and Bonnie.
Get in on the Toy Story 5 celebration with new toys and gear your family will love
Toy Story 5 is here and so are the coolest new toys and gear! Discover our favorite picks and bring the adventure home.
1,200-year-old 'Robin Hood' oak tree has died, experts say
A centuries-old oak tree that was the fabled home of the legendary English bandit, Robin Hood, has died.
Congo's Cinderella story: How its World Cup tie in Houston was really a win for the Congolese diaspora
Congo's team, playing in the World Cup for the first time in more than half a century, held its own against Portugal, one of the top teams in the world. Congolese fans say the team's one goal was one for the history books.
Deputies asking for help a year after 78-year-old killed in hit-and-run in Waller area: HCSO
In May of last year, deputies say 78-year-old Jerald Wayne Skaines was hit and killed by a vehicle on Old Washington Road in the Waller area before the driver took off.
Low odds for tropical development as the remnants from Arthur moves into the western Atlantic
Low odds for tropical development as the remnants from Arthur moves into the western Atlantic
Lifeguards rescue driver who crashed car into pool in New Canaan, Connecticut
A driver was rescued from his vehicle after it crashed into the Steve Benko Pool at Waveny Park in New Canaan, Connecticut on Tuesday.
Supreme Court strikes down federal gun ban for unlawful drug users
The Supreme Court has ruled that a federal law automatically banning unlawful drug users from possessing firearms is unconstitutional, dealing a major blow to the government’s efforts to disarm individuals over routine drug use.