Weekly Crime Report 06/25/2026-06/30/2026
Weekly Crime Report 06/25/2026-06/30/2026
Weekly Crime Report 06/25/2026-06/30/2026
Recent reporting and curated coverage across every beat we cover.
Celebrate Independence Day in West U at the annual bike parade and pool party!
The 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. The infected patient resides in ZIP code 77478. No other additional information will be released to protect their privacy....
Kristi Williams is set to make her first court appearance this month on charges of allegedly stealing $1 million from Tomball ISD families and the district itself.
A beloved Galveston beach that has welcomed families for generations will sit empty this Fourth of July, and likely through the rest of the summer, marking the first closure in its 70-year history.The owners of Porretto Beach say a city drainage project at Stewart Beach has made parts of the beac...
Rescuers pulled a 43-year-old security guard alive from a collapsed basement early Thursday, ending a grueling days-long operation that became a symbol of hope after the devastation of twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela eight days earlier.
Judge Tamika Craft said her personal information was accessed by a Guardant employee, who she says was her estranged husband's new girlfriend, over the course of six months in 2023 without her consent.
The NYPD believes the duo who climbed the Empire State Building Wednesday entered through a locked maintenance hatch on the 102nd floor observation deck.
'Son de L'Amour,' was a first-of-its-kind cultural experience celebrating Juneteenth and Fête de la Musique with rapper .idk. and Indigo.
Emergency crews are responding to a major crash that shut down all eastbound lanes of I-10 near the county line, according to the Chambers County Sheriff’s Office.The sheriff’s office said the crash happened on I-10 eastbound near mile marker 831. Drivers are being diverted to SH-73 while first r...
The tropics remain relatively quiet for the end of June and heading into July.
When powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24, killing hundreds and leaving thousands missing, Houston Astros bench coach Omar López felt the devastation personally. López, who guided Venezuela to a World Baseball Classic championship in March, is now helping coordinate a massive relief m...
Increasing moisture levels will lead to higher rain chances as we head into July.
Healthy 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.Located at 9010 Sienna Crossing Drive, Suite 250, the restaurant is owned by co-franchisee Uche Jessica Mbaka and h...
A fire that started after a man was shot by a deputy in northeast Harris County on Wednesday has since rekindled, according to the sheriff's office.
If you’re planning a Fourth of July barbecue, be prepared to spend a little more at the grocery store this year.According to the American Farm Bureau Federation, the average cost of a summer cookout for 10 people is $73.82 in 2026, not including alcohol.One of the biggest reasons for the higher p...
"This case continues to be investigated as a kidnapping for ransom case," the FBI said in a statement.
A Houston Police Department officer was taken to the hospital after a crash involving a patrol vehicle early Wednesday morning in northwest Houston, according to police.The crash happened around 1:40 a.m. at the intersection of Clay Road and Gessner Road.Driver charged with manslaughter after Tes...
The 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.Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez announced Wednesday that 44-year-old Michael Butler has been charged with manslaught...
Harris County authorities have charged the driver in connection to a deadly vehicle crash into a home in Katy last month.
On Wednesday, HCSO said that Michael Butler was charged with manslaughter in connection with the fatal crash that left Martha Ávila dead in a Katy-area home on June 19.
Team USA has beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to round of 16 and keep its World Cup dreams alive.
Records confirm George Finney, the pastor at New Life Kenefick in Liberty County, is facing multiple charges, including continuous sexual abuse of a child 14 or younger.
On Thursday, thousands of families across Texas are starting to get the funding for the state's billion-dollar school voucher program.
Rain and storm chances are possible on Thursday across the Houston area.
A man accused of killing a woman in League City was on probation for attacking her years ago, then accused of breaking into her apartment while still on probation, according to court records.
All southbound lanes of IH-45 North Freeway at West Road have reopened after prompting a mainlane closure for several hours on Wednesday afternoon.
The University of Texas Medical Branch is facing a federal lawsuit after a female employee claimed she was not being paid fairly compared to a male colleague.
The historic Garden Oaks Theatre could be demolished this summer if local donors don't raise millions of dollars to buy it.
Fort Bend County officials have confirmed the first human case of West Nile Virus.
An EaDo couple says a dangerous intersection near Downtown Houston has become the scene of repeated crashes, and they fear someone could be seriously hurt or killed if changes are not made.
Traffic in the area was backed up to Fry Road as crews worked to clear the 18-wheeler crash that happened just after 5 a.m Wednesday, HPD said.
It’s been nearly a week since two earthquakes devastated Venezuela, and rescuers are still pulling people — and animals — from the rubble.As the need for help continues to grow, several Houston-area groups are stepping up to collect and ship supplies to those affected.Among them is a small restau...
19-year-old Samoan Australian breakout star Catherine Laga'aia landed the title role in Disney's new live-action film "Moana."
In the hotly contested Texas race for U.S. Senate, the closely linked issues of pay and affordability are drawing major attention, with Democrat James Talarico pushing for a dramatic increase in the minimum wage.
More soccer fans have contacted 2 Helps You, saying they purchased World Cup tickets through StubHub, only to have them canceled before their game. After 2 Helps You first reported on so-called “ghost ticketing,” others have shared nearly identical stories.One such story came from Lisa Coulter, a...
A house and three vehicles caught fire Tuesday night in the Porter area after previously used fireworks were improperly discarded.One resident of the home was treated for minor burns and lacerations caused by broken glass.When crews arrived at the property, the home and all three vehicles were he...
A Houston Methodist Veterinary Technician has filed a lawsuit against Texas Medical Center following a violent attack that almost killed her, according to a lawsuit.
A Houston Methodist Veterinary Technician has filed a lawsuit against Texas Medical Center following a violent attack that almost killed her, according to a lawsuit.
Whether you'll be watching from home, celebrating with friends, or making your way to the stadium, score big with must-have FIFA merch!
A search warrant affidavit is revealing new information in connection to the death of John Mendoza, Jr. in Lake Jackson last month.
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