A Houston police SUV crashed through a fence and ended up dangling in a family’s pool in The Heights. No serious injuries were reported, and authorities are investigating the cause of the unusual incident.
Day: August 27, 2025
Democrat Colin Allred faces a tough challenge in the Texas U.S. Senate race against GOP heavyweights Ken Paxton and John Cornyn. The contest highlights a critical battleground with high stakes for both parties.
Freedom Over Texas, Houston’s annual Independence Day festival, returns with live music, fireworks, and family activities. Organized by the City of Houston, it celebrates patriotism and community spirit.
Houston ISD will begin the 2025-26 school year with approximately 10,500 teachers, aiming to maintain stable staffing amid growing student enrollment, district officials announced.
Authorities in Houston have linked suspects involved in a series of home invasions to a transnational crime crew. Investigations are ongoing as officials work to dismantle the network, ABC13 Houston reports.
Salad-in-a-baguette chain Bread Zeppelin is set to open a new location in Memorial City. The fast-casual eatery is expanding its presence, offering fresh, customizable salads served in a baguette.
The Astros’ struggling pitching rotation showed vulnerable once again with a loss to the Athletics. Houston faces mounting pressure to reinforce its staff as inconsistent starts threaten playoff hopes.
A robbery suspect was fatally shot during an officer-involved incident in Houston, FOX 26 reports. Authorities say the suspect posed a threat, prompting the shooting. Investigations are ongoing.