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Harris County treasurer arrested, charged with DWI in Galveston County weeks after burglary charge dismissed
It's the second time Carla Wyatt has been accused of driving while intoxicated since she was elected as county treasurer in 2022.
Harris County Treasurer Carla Wyatt arrested for DWI in Galveston County, according to jail records
Harris County Treasurer Carla Wyatt was arrested in Galveston County for DWI on Saturday, months after she was arrested for burglary in December 2025.
You can buy your Mother’s Day bouquets from these Houston-area florists
From The Woodlands to Kemah, here are 15 independent Houston-area flower shops selling flower arrangements for less than $100 for Mother's Day, which is this Sunday.
Cyberattack hits Canvas system used by schools in Houston and across world as finals loom
Houston ISD, Conroe ISD, Galveston ISD, Katy ISD, the University of Houston, Rice University and Texas A&M University are among the school systems impacted.
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Texas attorney general candidates make their final pitches to voters as primary runoffs approach
The Republican finalists in the race to succeed outgoing Attorney General Ken Paxton are Galveston state Sen. Mayes Middleton and Central Texas Congressman Chip Roy. The remaining Democratic contenders are former Galveston Mayor Joe Jaworski and Dallas state Sen. Nathan Johnson.
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Amazon Pet Day deals on toys, accessories, treats and more
Shopping for your furry friend? This year's Amazon Pet Day deals include discounts up to 70% off on pet food, toys, grooming essentials, dog beds and more.
Man removed from roof of Cummings Elementary Monday morning, Alief ISD says
Houston police said a person was reported on top of the school just before 8 a.m. Monday, but has since been removed.
Watch 100+ volunteers clear trash off Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia
It was a rare sight in Philadelphia as Lincoln Drive closed to vehicles and opened to volunteers for an hours-long clean-up campaign.
18-year-old cancer patient dies day after reunion in Mexico with parents detained by ICE
The parents of an 18-year-old Chicago-born man dying of terminal cancer were reunited with their son one day before he passed, after being detained by ICE.
Courtesy of ABC13U.S. cruise passengers arrive in the U.S. after one tests positive for hantavirus
One of the 17 Americans tested "mildly" positive for the virus during the U.S. return flight. A French woman has also tested positive — she was was among five French passengers repatriated to Paris.
Courtesy of Houston Public MediaRemains of US soldier who went missing during exercises in Morocco recovered
The remains of a U.S. soldier who went missing during military exercises in Morocco a week ago were recovered in the Atlantic Ocean, the army said Sunday. Military teams were still searching for a second missing soldier.
Courtesy of ABC13Colorful ‘sea piggies’ are mysteriously washing up on Texas beaches
Their presence highlights the movement of the ocean's current, but their origin hasn't been pinned down.
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Jefferson County Issues Burn Ban as Drought Conditions Worsen Across Southeast Texas
Jefferson County Judge Jeff Branick issued a countywide burn ban Monday as drought conditions intensified across Southeast Texas, with the National Drought Monitor classifying most of the region as experiencing moderate to severe drought. The ban prohibits all outdoor burning until further notice. Residents are also asked to conserve water as the Beaumont Water Utilities reports reservoir levels at 61%.
Motiva Port Arthur Refinery Completes $1.4B Upgrade; Now Largest Single-Site Refinery in U.S.
Motiva Enterprises announced Monday the completion of a $1.4 billion upgrade at its Port Arthur refinery, increasing processing capacity to 630,000 barrels per day and cementing its status as the largest single-site refinery in the United States. The upgrade added a new coker unit, expanded hydrogen production, and installed advanced emissions control systems that reduce sulfur dioxide output by 40%.
Beaumont ISD Board Votes to Close Three Elementary Schools Due to Declining Enrollment
The Beaumont ISD Board of Trustees voted 4-3 Monday to close three elementary schools — Pietzsch, Fehl-Price, and Austin — at the end of the current school year due to declining enrollment and aging facilities. The closures will affect approximately 900 students who will be reassigned to neighboring campuses. The board said the consolidation will save the district $4.2 million annually.
Southeast Texas Food Bank Reports Record Demand; Serving 92,000 Families Monthly
The Southeast Texas Food Bank reported Monday it is now serving 92,000 families per month — a 14% increase over last year — driven by rising food costs and the expiration of pandemic-era assistance programs. Executive Director Derrick Chargois said the organization is urgently seeking volunteers and monetary donations as it struggles to keep pace with demand. The food bank operates 11 distribution sites across Jefferson, Hardin, and Orange counties.
Courtesy of12News NowBeaumont Police Arrest Three in Connection With Armed Robbery Spree at Gas Stations
Beaumont Police arrested three suspects Monday in connection with a series of armed robberies at gas stations across the city over the past two weeks. Detectives linked the suspects to seven robberies using surveillance footage and cell phone data. All three face aggravated robbery charges. BPD said the arrests were the result of a joint investigation with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office.
Courtesy ofKFDM CBS 6·kfdm.comLamar University Breaks Ground on $45M Science and Technology Building
Lamar University broke ground Monday on a $45 million Science and Technology Building that will house expanded engineering, computer science, and cybersecurity programs. The four-story, 120,000-square-foot facility is funded through a combination of state appropriations and private donations and is expected to open in fall 2028. University President Jaime Taylor called it the most significant academic building in Lamar's history.
Courtesy ofBeaumont Enterprise·beaumontenterprise.comOrange County Commissioners Approve $14M Bridge Replacement on FM 1006 Over Adams Bayou
Orange County Commissioners Court approved a $14 million replacement of the aging FM 1006 bridge over Adams Bayou Monday, a structure that engineers rated as structurally deficient in a 2024 inspection. The new bridge will be wider, higher, and designed to withstand 500-year flood events. Construction is expected to begin in September 2026 with completion by late 2027.
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Brazoria County Breaks Ground on New $26M Animal Shelter and Adoption Center in Angleton
Brazoria County broke ground Monday on a $26 million new animal shelter and adoption center in Angleton, replacing the severely overcrowded 1988 facility. The new shelter will have kennels for 600 dogs and 300 cats, a full veterinary clinic, a spay/neuter suite, adoption suites, a dog park, and a pet food pantry. Construction is expected to be completed by spring 2028.
LyondellBasell Freeport Wins Texas Governor's Environmental Excellence Award
LyondellBasell's Freeport complex was named the winner of the Texas Governor's Environmental Excellence Award Monday for its zero-waste manufacturing initiative and water recycling program, which reduced the facility's freshwater consumption by 38% and diverted 96% of solid waste from landfills in 2025. The award was presented by Governor Greg Abbott at a ceremony in Austin.
Pearland Ranked No. 2 Best Suburb to Live in Texas by Niche; Schools and Safety Lead Rankings
Pearland was ranked the second-best suburb to live in Texas by Niche's 2026 annual rankings, moving up one spot from last year. The ranking cited Pearland ISD's above-average test scores, the city's low violent crime rate, abundance of parks, and strong job market. Pearland has appeared in the top five for seven consecutive years.
Brazoria County DA Charges Angleton Financial Advisor in $6.2M Ponzi Scheme Targeting Retirees
Brazoria County District Attorney Tom Selleck announced felony charges Monday against an Angleton financial advisor accused of defrauding 42 retirees out of a combined $6.2 million through a Ponzi scheme disguised as a real estate investment fund. The suspect allegedly used investor funds to pay personal expenses including a vacation home in Colorado and a luxury boat. He faces up to 99 years in prison.
Courtesy of The Facts · thefacts.comSurfside Beach Boardwalk Restoration Breaks Ground; $14M Investment in Gulf Coast Tourism
Brazoria County broke ground Monday on a $14 million restoration and expansion of the Surfside Beach boardwalk, which was severely damaged by Hurricane Harvey in 2017. The project will construct a new 2,000-foot elevated boardwalk, a fishing pier, a pavilion with restrooms and showers, and a new parking area. Completion is expected by Memorial Day weekend 2027.
Courtesy of The Facts · thefacts.comAlvin Community College Opens New $32M Health Sciences Building; Largest in College History
Alvin Community College officially opened its new $32 million Health Sciences Building Monday, the largest building in the college's history. The three-story facility houses expanded nursing, dental hygiene, respiratory therapy, and emergency medical services programs and will increase the college's healthcare program enrollment capacity by 700 students annually. Governor Greg Abbott attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Courtesy of The Facts · thefacts.comPearland ISD Students Win State Academic Decathlon Championship for Third Straight Year
Pearland High School's Academic Decathlon team won the Texas State Academic Decathlon Championship for the third consecutive year Monday in Austin, defeating teams from 52 other districts. The team of nine students earned the highest combined score in state history for the second year in a row. The team will represent Texas at the national competition in Los Angeles next month.
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