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The Sound of a Texas Summer: Cicadas Are Making Some Noise

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:35:37 Z

(Bay Area Entertainer) If you've stepped outside on a hot Texas afternoon and heard a loud, almost electric buzzing coming from the trees, you're listening to one of the most recognizable sounds of summer the cicada . According to Texas Parks and Wildlife Department ,...

Family of 18-year-old killed in Alvin crash says they hope driver will be held accountable

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:46:19 Z

(abc13.com (News)) A family is demanding justice following the death of an 18-year-old in a deadly crash in Alvin, they say was preventable.

Man arrested for minor solicitation after bragging about exposing himself to Amazon drivers: Pct. 1

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:46:19 Z

(abc13.com (News)) An Alvin man has been charged with online solicitation of a minor after an investigation was launched when he allegedly bragged about exposing himself to Amazon drivers and neighbors, according to Harris County Precinct One Constable Alan Rosen.

Hornworms: The Garden Giant Hiding in Plain Sight on Your Tomato and Pepper Plants

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:18:32 Z

(Bay Area Entertainer) If your once-healthy tomato or pepper plants suddenly look stripped of leaves overnight, chances are you've encountered one of the Gulf Coast's most destructive garden pests the tomato hornworm . According to the Galveston County Master Gardener...

Feeding Seawall Raccoons Is Putting People and Wildlife at Risk, Galveston Officials Warn

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 06:22:59 Z

(Bay Area Entertainer) Feeding Seawall Raccoons Is Putting People and Wildlife at Risk, Galveston Officials Warn What may seem like a harmless vacation tradition is becoming a growing public safety concern on Galveston Island . City officials are urging residents and...

Texas Gulf Coast Oysters: A Tradition That Fuels Our Economy, Culture, and Coastline

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:09:10 Z

(Bay Area Entertainer) The Texas Gulf Coast is known for its beautiful beaches, thriving ports, and world-class seafood, and few products represent our coastal heritage better than the Texas oyster. From Galveston Bay to Sabine Lake and beyond, oysters have supported local...

22-Year-Old Motorcyclist Killed in Collision with SUV in West Houston

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:45:15 Z

(Texas Herald News) HOUSTON, Texas. A 22-year-old motorcyclist was killed Saturday evening after crashing into an SUV at an intersection in southwest Houston, according to the Houston Police Department. The fatal crash occurred at approximately 6:50 p.m. on August 1st...

Elderly Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck by Minivan at Southwest Houston Gas Station

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:41:32 Z

(Texas Herald News) HOUSTON, Texas A 72-year-old man died after being struck by a minivan in the parking lot of a southwest Houston gas station, according to the Houston Police Department. The fatal crash occurred at approximately 10:40 a.m. on Friday, July 31, in the...

Motorcyclist Killed After Crashing Into Car on Main Street in Central Southwest Houston

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:34:36 Z

(Texas Herald News) HOUSTON, Texas. A 61-year-old motorcyclist was killed Sunday afternoon after losing control of his motorcycle and crashing on Main Street in southwest Houston, according to the Houston Police Department. The fatal crash occurred at approximately 4:30...

21-Year-Old Woman Killed After Speeding Crash Into Utility Pole in West Houston

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:31:05 Z

(Texas Herald News) HOUSTON, Texas A 21-year-old woman was killed after losing control of her car and crashing into a utility pole in West Houston, according to the Houston Police Department. The crash occurred at approximately 6:50 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 2, in the 11500...

Man Wanted After Deadly Chase, Kidnapping and Fatal Shooting in Northwest Houston

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:24:23 Z

(Texas Herald News) HOUSTON, Texas Harris County Sheriff s Office homicide detectives are searching for a man accused of killing his girlfriend s brother following a violent series of events that began with a domestic disturbance and ended in a fatal shooting and...

Man Accused of Running Over Girlfriend with Pickup Truck Arrested in Harris County

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:21:12 Z

(Texas Herald News) HOUSTON, Texas A 24-year-old Arkansas man has been arrested after investigators say he intentionally struck his 18-year-old girlfriend with a pickup truck following an argument in north Harris County, leaving her hospitalized in critical condition....

Harris County Man Charged with Murder After Fentanyl Delivery Killed Teen

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:15:20 Z

(Texas Herald News) HARRIS COUNTY, Texas A Harris County man has been arrested and charged with murder after investigators alleged he supplied fentanyl that caused the death of an 18-year-old and the overdose of a second teenager. According to the Harris County Sheriff...

Texas Attorney General’s Cold Case Unit Solves 14-Year-Old Toddler Homicide, Arrests Suspect

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:46:04 Z

(Texas Herald News) AUSTIN, Texas A 14-year-old child homicide investigation has been revived with the arrest of a man accused of killing a 16-month-old boy after a collaborative effort between the Texas Attorney General s Cold Case and Missing Persons Unit and the La...

Look of the Week: Tom Holland can hold his own on the red carpet, actually

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:48:00 Z

(Houston Style Magazine (Fashion)) While Zendaya continues to dominate red carpets with bold couture, Tom Holland is carving out his own fashion identity through minimalist, unconventional tailoring that proves subtle style can still steal the spotlight.

Dickinson ISD Back-to-School Community Fair Set for Saturday to Help Families Prepare for the New School Year

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:41:51 Z

(Bay Area Entertainer) As the first day of school approaches, Dickinson ISD is inviting students, parents, and community members to kick off the new school year at the 2026 Back-to-School Community Fair this Saturday. The event is designed to connect families with valuable...

Texas THC Rule Changes Take Effect: What Texans Need to Know Starting July 31

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:20:58 Z

(Bay Area Entertainer) Texas THC Rule Changes Take Effect: What Texans Need to Know Starting July 31 As of Friday, July 31 , Texas has implemented significant changes affecting many hemp-derived THC products that have been legally sold across the state for the past several...

Two Men Arrested After Bank Jugging Theft, Chase Across Fort Bend County

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 09:09:48 Z

(Texas Herald News) ROSENBERG, Texas Two men were arrested Wednesday after police say they stole approximately $10,000 from a victim in a bank jugging incident, then led officers on a vehicle pursuit before attempting to hide in a nearby neighborhood. The Rosenberg...

Woman Found Dead With Partially Burned Body Along Gulf Freeway in Houston

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 05:55:25 Z

(Texas Herald News) HOUSTON, Texas Houston police are investigating the death of a woman whose partially burned body was discovered Wednesday morning along the Gulf Freeway. Officers with the Houston Police Department responded at about 9 a.m. July 29 to the 8100 block...

Houston Man Faces Second Murder Charge in Deadly Midtown Nightclub Shooting

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 05:54:15 Z

(Texas Herald News) HOUSTON, Texas An 18-year-old Houston man already facing murder charges in a separate 2025 homicide has now been charged in the fatal shooting of a man outside a Midtown nightclub that also left two others wounded. Jefferson Adonay Velasquez-Torres...

Katy Man Arrested After Firing at Construction Workers, Stealing Vehicle in Colorado County

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 05:37:29 Z

(Texas Herald News) COLUMBUS, Texas A 20-year-old Katy man was arrested Wednesday after authorities say he fired a gun toward construction workers, stole a vehicle and led law enforcement on a chase that ended when the stolen vehicle crashed into a canal. The Colorado...

Houston Man Charged With Capital Murder After Fatal Shooting of Ex-Girlfriend and Her Brother

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:52:36 Z

(Texas Herald News) HOUSTON, Texas A 19-year-old man has been charged with capital murder after authorities say he fatally shot his estranged ex-girlfriend and her brother during a family dispute at a north Harris County trailer park before being arrested hours later....

Eight Arrested After TikTok Urban Exploring Incident at Spring Property

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:49:12 Z

(Texas Herald News) SPRING, Texas Six 17-year-olds and two juvenile males were arrested Tuesday after deputies responded to reports of multiple people trespassing at a closed business in Spring in what authorities said was part of a growing social media trend known as...

Houston Police Seek Person of Interest in Fatal Shooting at Bus Stop

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:33:46 Z

(Texas Herald News) HOUSTON, Texas Houston police are asking for the public s help in identifying a person of interest wanted for questioning in the fatal shooting of a 51-year-old man at a bus stop in southwest Houston. The victim has been identified as Amond Morrison,...

Houston Man Charged With Murder in Fatal Driveway Shooting of 64-Year-Old

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:29:55 Z

(Texas Herald News) HOUSTON, Texas A 32-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a 64-year-old man outside a residence in southeast Houston earlier this month, according to the Houston Police Department. Matthew Carrizal is...

Assistant Fire Marshal: Helping Keep Texas City Safe Before Emergencies Happen

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 06:09:13 Z

(Bay Area Entertainer) While firefighters are often recognized for responding to emergencies, many of the most important efforts to protect the community happen long before a fire ever starts. One of the key professionals making that possible is the Assistant Fire Marshal...