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‘Ticking time bomb’: Conroe families and business owners push back on compressor station project
Read full article: ‘Ticking time bomb’: Conroe families and business owners push back on compressor station projectA natural gas compressor station being built in Conroe has sparked outrage among families and business owners who say the project threatens their safety, property values, and the future of their community.
‘We are seeking you out’: Dozens arrested in Montgomery County warrant crackdown
Read full article: ‘We are seeking you out’: Dozens arrested in Montgomery County warrant crackdownA weeklong law enforcement operation targeting wanted criminals in Montgomery County landed 71 people behind bars, Conroe police announced on Tuesday.
San Jacinto River Authority, Conroe settle water dispute, bringing relief to community
Read full article: San Jacinto River Authority, Conroe settle water dispute, bringing relief to communityAfter years of back-and-forth and courtroom battles, the San Jacinto River Authority (SJRA) and the City of Conroe have finally reached an agreement that leaders say will benefit everyone in the community.
Conroe ISD elementary school evacuated after gas odor detected due to boiler issue; no injuries reported
Read full article: Conroe ISD elementary school evacuated after gas odor detected due to boiler issue; no injuries reportedA gas odor prompted an evacuation at a Conroe Independent School District elementary school Thursday morning.
Still no answers after a family of three was shot to death and their Cypress home set on fire
Read full article: Still no answers after a family of three was shot to death and their Cypress home set on fire21-year-old Cameryn Richard along with her boyfriend, 23-year-old Kolin Foster and his mother, Kelli Masciarelli, were all killed.
Buckle up! Here’s what you need to know about the Houston Hot Wheels Legends Tour from Hot Wheels icon Bryan Benedict
Read full article: Buckle up! Here’s what you need to know about the Houston Hot Wheels Legends Tour from Hot Wheels icon Bryan BenedictHot Wheels legend tour is having a free event in Houston August 2nd 2025 showing off hundreds of unique vehicles. Mel Camp chatted with Hot Wheels key principal designer Bryan Benedict about the world's largest traveling car show and the role he's played in designing some of these cars.
Local researchers gather data on microplastics in Houston waterways for environmental study
Read full article: Local researchers gather data on microplastics in Houston waterways for environmental studyJoin the Houston Life crew at Trinity Bay at Wallisville, where they join a team of researchers collecting microplastics for an important environmental survey.
Heat buckles Galveston roads, potholes plague Houston area drivers
Read full article: Heat buckles Galveston roads, potholes plague Houston area driversDriving on streets and highways in the Houston area can be a challenge. Traffic jams are one thing, but potholes and buckled roads cause real headaches for drivers.
Woman kidnapped by rideshare driver rescued by relatives in vacant lot
Read full article: Woman kidnapped by rideshare driver rescued by relatives in vacant lotFriendswood Police said the woman told her family members she’d been drinking earlier in the evening and was falling in and out of sleep on the ride home. They tracked her down and found her in the rideshare driver's front seat.
New tariffs could boost Gulf Coast seafood industry, as lawmakers push for sustainable aquaculture
Read full article: New tariffs could boost Gulf Coast seafood industry, as lawmakers push for sustainable aquacultureAs new tariffs ranging from 15% to 20% take effect this week on a wide range of imported goods, including fruits, vegetables, meat, dairy, and fish. While shoppers may feel the pinch at the checkout, some in the U.S. seafood industry see an opportunity.
Unsafe living conditions plague North Side apartment complex, residents say
Read full article: Unsafe living conditions plague North Side apartment complex, residents sayResidents at Timber Ridge Townhomes on Houston’s North Side report serious safety hazards and maintenance issues, including electrical fires, water damage, and mold problems that have gone unaddressed for months.
Southwest Freeway seeing updates, facelift ahead of Houston hosting World Cup
Read full article: Southwest Freeway seeing updates, facelift ahead of Houston hosting World CupIf your commute takes you along the Southwest Freeway, you’re drive is about to get smoother and even a little better looking.
‘Shock the world’ Texans’ Michigan man Nico Collins says tandem with C.J. Stroud ‘like taking candy from a baby’
Read full article: ‘Shock the world’ Texans’ Michigan man Nico Collins says tandem with C.J. Stroud ‘like taking candy from a baby’Texans Pro Bowl wide receiver Nico Collins on top of his game heading into fifth NFL season
Meet the ladies behind Houston’s first annual International Women’s Fest coming to Midtown
Read full article: Meet the ladies behind Houston’s first annual International Women’s Fest coming to MidtownHouston is gearing up for a festival that celebrates women in every way. It's free, it's family-friendly, and happening in midtown. Watch the video player above to find out how the first annual international women's festival is uniting the city through empowerment and celebration.
Park Lakes Elementary in Humble named second most inclusive playground in America
Read full article: Park Lakes Elementary in Humble named second most inclusive playground in AmericaThe safari-themed playground, which opened in February 2023, is designed to welcome children of all physical, sensory, and cognitive abilities. It provides a space where students can play, learn, and grow together without barriers.
Humble ISD school bus involved in crash; bus driver, 5 in other vehicles hospitalized
Read full article: Humble ISD school bus involved in crash; bus driver, 5 in other vehicles hospitalizedAn Humble ISD school bus was involved in a car wreck Tuesday afternoon, resulting in the driver and multiple others being hospitalized.
2 teens arrested, charged after fatal shooting of 19-year-old at apartment complex in Humble
Read full article: 2 teens arrested, charged after fatal shooting of 19-year-old at apartment complex in Humblehe incident, which took place on August 3rd on Bellow Falls Lane, has left the community seeking answers.
Katy Tigers look to return to Texas mountaintop during the 2025 football season
Read full article: Katy Tigers look to return to Texas mountaintop during the 2025 football seasonKaty High School has been among the top programs in the sport for decades. With nine state titles, 15 title game appearances and 43 total playoff appearances, the Tigers are as battle tested as they come.
ONLY ON 2: Katy ISD student speaks out over SB 12 after district stops using chosen name
Read full article: ONLY ON 2: Katy ISD student speaks out over SB 12 after district stops using chosen nameA Katy Independent School District student says the district’s interpretation of a new Texas law means teachers and staff can no longer call him by his chosen name.
Tornado-hit Katy home remains untouched, caught between nature’s wrath and insurance delays
Read full article: Tornado-hit Katy home remains untouched, caught between nature’s wrath and insurance delaysMonths of frustration mount for a North Katy homeowner as her tornado-damaged house remains untouched while neighbors’ repairs are complete, highlighting ongoing challenges with insurance claims after natural disasters.
Multi-vehicle crash involving heavy truck closes several lanes on Katy Freeway at Mason Road
Read full article: Multi-vehicle crash involving heavy truck closes several lanes on Katy Freeway at Mason RoadSeveral lanes were closed on the Katy Freeway at Mason Road following a multi-vehicle crash Thursday afternoon.
Kingwood’s Kennedy Brown emerging as one of Texas’ top young football talents
Read full article: Kingwood’s Kennedy Brown emerging as one of Texas’ top young football talentsListed at 6-foot-4 and 280 pounds by 247Sports, the offensive tackle is entering his junior season in 2025. He is currently ranked as the No. 2 player in the nation, the No. 1 player in Texas and the No. 1 offensive tackle in the 2027 recruiting class.
Mystery boom: Kingwood residents report ‘homes shaking’ following explosion-like noise in Atascocita area
Read full article: Mystery boom: Kingwood residents report ‘homes shaking’ following explosion-like noise in Atascocita areaResidents in the Kingwood area reported that a large explosion caused their homes to shake.
Man charged with intoxication manslaughter in car crash that killed couple in Kingwood
Read full article: Man charged with intoxication manslaughter in car crash that killed couple in KingwoodA driver involved in a car wreck that killed a husband and wife in Kingwood has been charged with intoxication manslaughter.
What started as a mission to find the perfect cheesecake turned into Sweet Tooth Cheesecakes
Read full article: What started as a mission to find the perfect cheesecake turned into Sweet Tooth CheesecakesEnding the week with a little sweet treat. We met Michael and Tawana Horne, the couple behind Sweet Tooth Cheesecakes. With no formal culinary training, Michael created flavors that impressed even his toughest critic - his wife! We learned more about how this side hustle became a money-making business.
Track Meet: Get to know the Houston area athletes who raced at the 2025 AAU Junior Olympic Games
Read full article: Track Meet: Get to know the Houston area athletes who raced at the 2025 AAU Junior Olympic GamesMeet the future of track and field — right here in Houston. As the 2025 AAU Junior Olympic Games wrap up, we're caught up with local athletes who represented Greater Houston on one of the biggest youth sports stages in the country.
‘We should be held accountable’ : Missouri City apartment owner offers compensation after months-long elevator outage
Read full article: ‘We should be held accountable’ : Missouri City apartment owner offers compensation after months-long elevator outageAfter nearly two months without working elevators at a Missouri City senior living facility, the owner of Jubilee at Texas Parkway is now publicly accepting responsibility and says compensation is coming for residents affected by the extended outages.
‘We are seeking you out’: Dozens arrested in Montgomery County warrant crackdown
Read full article: ‘We are seeking you out’: Dozens arrested in Montgomery County warrant crackdownA weeklong law enforcement operation targeting wanted criminals in Montgomery County landed 71 people behind bars, Conroe police announced on Tuesday.
Magnolia man allegedly set house on fire after argument with family
Read full article: Magnolia man allegedly set house on fire after argument with familyFirefighters responded to the home in the 200 block of Sundew Ct. just after 11 a.m. on Monday. They found the interior of the home had heavy fire, smoke and heat damage. They also determined the house had been intentionally set on fire.
Man accused of posing as owner of Montgomery County wedding venue, scamming victims out of over $200K
Read full article: Man accused of posing as owner of Montgomery County wedding venue, scamming victims out of over $200KCarl John Butcho II was taken into custody in Travis County on a charge of theft of property valued between $150,000 and $300,000. He also faces two other charges in Travis County.
Conroe ISD elementary school evacuated after gas odor detected due to boiler issue; no injuries reported
Read full article: Conroe ISD elementary school evacuated after gas odor detected due to boiler issue; no injuries reportedA gas odor prompted an evacuation at a Conroe Independent School District elementary school Thursday morning.
City of Pasadena says Mayor Thomas Schoenbein has made ‘significant improvement’ following medical emergency
Read full article: City of Pasadena says Mayor Thomas Schoenbein has made ‘significant improvement’ following medical emergencyThe City of Pasadena provided an update on Mayor Thomas Schoenbein after he suffered a medical emergency Monday and was flown to a hospital.
Pasadena mayor Thomas Schoenbein hospitalized by helicopter after ‘medical emergency’ during City Hall
Read full article: Pasadena mayor Thomas Schoenbein hospitalized by helicopter after ‘medical emergency’ during City HallThomas Schoenbein, the mayor of Pasadena, was rushed to the hospital after suffering a reported “medical emergency.”
Bond raised for Honduras man accused of forcing woman into Pasadena apartment, sexually assaulting her
Read full article: Bond raised for Honduras man accused of forcing woman into Pasadena apartment, sexually assaulting herA man from Honduras has been arrested after Pasadena Police say he forced a woman into his apartment before sexually assaulting her.
Recognize him? Man wanted for questioning in Pasadena sexual assault of a child investigation
Read full article: Recognize him? Man wanted for questioning in Pasadena sexual assault of a child investigationPasadena Police have released the sketch of a man wanted for questioning in an aggravated sexual assault of a child investigation.
Local youth foundation brings home championship title in Deion Sanders 7v7 Classic in Colorado
Read full article: Local youth foundation brings home championship title in Deion Sanders 7v7 Classic in ColoradoLocal athletes are celebrating a big win! The Boykins Youth Foundations 7v7 Elite Team returned to the Houston area from Colorado with a championship title.
Pearland Celebrates Inaugural Juneteenth Gala: Focus on Freedom and Inclusion
Read full article: Pearland Celebrates Inaugural Juneteenth Gala: Focus on Freedom and InclusionPearland and Brazoria County marked a historic milestone Thursday evening with their first-ever Juneteenth Gala, celebrating freedom and inclusion at the Pearland Recreational Center.
Pearland man seeks justice after surviving violent car dragging incident
Read full article: Pearland man seeks justice after surviving violent car dragging incidentA Pearland man who says he survived being dragged for 200 feet while trapped under a vehicle during an attempted car burglary, is calling for the perpetrator to surrender to authorities.
Health fears spark protest over concrete batch plant near Spring Branch’s Awty International School
Read full article: Health fears spark protest over concrete batch plant near Spring Branch’s Awty International SchoolParents of AWTY International School in Spring Branch are planning to protest over a concrete batch plant next to their children's school.
Missing Spring 16-year-old whose disappearance prompted Amber Alert found safe in Huntsville
Read full article: Missing Spring 16-year-old whose disappearance prompted Amber Alert found safe in HuntsvilleA 16-year-old girl whose disappearance prompted an Amber Alert has been found safe, according to authorities.
Authorities seek person of interest in Sugar Land who allegedly fired at deputies
Read full article: Authorities seek person of interest in Sugar Land who allegedly fired at deputiesThe Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in finding a man accused of firing at deputies.
Saxophonist Dave Koz returns to Texas with Summer Horns Tour and stories from a star-studded career
Read full article: Saxophonist Dave Koz returns to Texas with Summer Horns Tour and stories from a star-studded careerNine time Grammy nominee Dave Koz will hit the stage at Smart Financial Centre in Sugar Land on Friday, August 1st, for 'Dave Koz and Friends Summer Horns 2025.' The Jazz icon chats with Houston Life's Derrick Shore about the tour, their decades-long friendship and the misspelling mishap that happened during one of his career highlights: the day he got a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
$100K reward offered for help finding couple caught on video stealing mail in Sugar Land
Read full article: $100K reward offered for help finding couple caught on video stealing mail in Sugar LandAuthorities are offering a $100,000 reward for information on a couple who was caught on camera stealing mail from multiple boxes in May and June.
Capoeira Luanda brings culture through self-defense movement, music to Houston
Read full article: Capoeira Luanda brings culture through self-defense movement, music to HoustonCapoeira Luanda offers weekly classes, live performances, and interactive workshops. All ages and skill levels are welcome, and the vibe is more about building community than competition.
Driver seriously injured, vehicle catches fire after crash into pole in The Woodlands
Read full article: Driver seriously injured, vehicle catches fire after crash into pole in The WoodlandsThe Woodlands Fire Department said it happened at the intersection of Sawdust and Woodland Field Crossing. Firefighters were called to the scene at 9:48 p.m. Sunday night.
Man arrested, accused of attempting to sexually assault woman on walking trail in The Woodlands
Read full article: Man arrested, accused of attempting to sexually assault woman on walking trail in The WoodlandsThe Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office says they have arrested a 24-year-old man who allegedly tried to sexually assault a woman on a walking trail in The Woodlands.
Advanced Foot Care’s innovative bunion treatment options can help end discomfort and pain
Read full article: Advanced Foot Care’s innovative bunion treatment options can help end discomfort and painThey are recognized as being amongst the most experienced Lapiplasty surgeons in the world, the only Elite center in the greater Houston region and Southeast Texas.
The Woodlands gears up for Red Hot and Blue festival, including huge fireworks celebration
Read full article: The Woodlands gears up for Red Hot and Blue festival, including huge fireworks celebrationThe Woodlands is preparing for the annual Red Hot and Blue Fourth of July festival, which includes a major fireworks display described by Chris Nunes, COO of The Woodlands Township, as a “series of mortars and cakes.”
‘Where’s the money?’: More Texas parents say child support payments are missing after state launches new system
Read full article: ‘Where’s the money?’: More Texas parents say child support payments are missing after state launches new systemEven more parents are coming forward, telling KPRC 2 they’re experiencing child support delays. They say money is being taken out of paychecks, but it’s not reaching their kids.
Southwest Freeway seeing updates, facelift ahead of Houston hosting World Cup
Read full article: Southwest Freeway seeing updates, facelift ahead of Houston hosting World CupIf your commute takes you along the Southwest Freeway, you’re drive is about to get smoother and even a little better looking.
3-year-old dies after being found in pool at west Harris County home
Read full article: 3-year-old dies after being found in pool at west Harris County homeLife Flight responded to a home in west Harris County after a 3-year-old was found in a pool, according to Harris County Sheriff’s Office Precinct 5 deputies.
Check out your neighbors’ stormy photos from this week across Houston
Read full article: Check out your neighbors’ stormy photos from this week across HoustonIt’s been a soggy few days in Houston, and more rain is expected today! When you have thunderstorms and flooding in your area, we would love to see photos!
Kingwood’s Kennedy Brown emerging as one of Texas’ top young football talents
Read full article: Kingwood’s Kennedy Brown emerging as one of Texas’ top young football talentsListed at 6-foot-4 and 280 pounds by 247Sports, the offensive tackle is entering his junior season in 2025. He is currently ranked as the No. 2 player in the nation, the No. 1 player in Texas and the No. 1 offensive tackle in the 2027 recruiting class.
5 men arrested, charged accused of targeting Asians in home invasions throughout Houston area
Read full article: 5 men arrested, charged accused of targeting Asians in home invasions throughout Houston areaFive men have been arrested and charged with aggravated robbery and kidnapping in connection with a series of home invasions targeting Asian families throughout the Houston area.
Attorneys don’t want cameras in courtroom for Sarah Hartsfield murder trial
Read full article: Attorneys don’t want cameras in courtroom for Sarah Hartsfield murder trialChambers County prosecutors and the defense attorney for Sarah Hartsfield are fighting to keep a camera out of the courtroom for her September murder trial.
Blue Bell issues allergy alert after Moo-llennium Crunch Ice Cream put in Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough carton
Read full article: Blue Bell issues allergy alert after Moo-llennium Crunch Ice Cream put in Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough cartonBlue Bell Ice Cream has issued a voluntary recall after its limited quantity of Moo-llennium Crunch Ice Cream half gallon was packaged in a Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough carton, according to a release.
Katy Tigers look to return to Texas mountaintop during the 2025 football season
Read full article: Katy Tigers look to return to Texas mountaintop during the 2025 football seasonKaty High School has been among the top programs in the sport for decades. With nine state titles, 15 title game appearances and 43 total playoff appearances, the Tigers are as battle tested as they come.