Student from Michigan charged and released on bond following a deadly fiery Tesla crash...
HOUSTON, TX – Two people were killed early Friday morning after a Tesla, allegedly driven by 21-year-old Ariel Perry Stewart, a student from Michigan, rear-ended a Nissan at high speed on the Katy Freeway inbound near the Taylor Street Bridge. The crash occurred around 1:14 a.m. The impact caused...
Once a cherished companion, now just a fading whisper because inmate Nico is getting...
💔 One day I got lost… and no one ever came. I’m Nico. My person used to tell me I was the goodest boy. I knew tricks. I made them smile. I thought I’d be loved forever. But I’ve been here for a while now… and...
Arrest Made in I-10 Hit-and-Run That Killed Beloved Local DJ
A man has been arrested, accused of fleeing the scene of a crash that killed Jeremy J. Thomas, known across Acadiana as DJ Sausage.
Rainbow crosswalk removal set for Monday in Montrose
HOUSTON - Over the last week there has been a lot of controversy surrounding the rainbow crosswalk in Montrose at the intersection of Taft and Westheimer. Just a few hours ago, community members came out to see this construction equipment that they say was not there during the protest earlier.
Parents outraged after major company sets up ‘unconscionable’ property next to children’s schools: ‘This...
"Our children deserve safe places to learn and play." Parents outraged after major company sets up 'unconscionable' property next to children's schools: 'This is not safe' first appeared on The Cool Down .
Spring road closed following large fire near North Freeway
SPRING, Texas - First responders have closed off a Spring roadway following a large fire near the North Freeway on Sunday. According to the Precinct 4 Constable's Office, the fire was at a tire shop near the North Freeway and Spring Cypress Road. Spring fire crews are on scene to...
Early voting begins Monday with key congressional and city council races on the ballot
Texas voters head to the polls Monday as early voting begins for congressional, city council, and school board seats.
Houston Man Charged with Aggravated Assault Following Fatal Shooting on Harwin Drive
Houston police are investigating a shooting on the 6600 block of Harwin Drive on Thursday that left a woman dead and two men wounded. Ronnie D. Mitchell, 42, was arrested after an officer witnessed him allegedly shooting at three people and is charged with two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon,...
In spirited protest, locals rally around Montrose’s pride crosswalks as their removal looms
Led by local drag star Queen Persephone, protesters marched along the sidewalks and crossed the rainbow colored pavement Sunday.
New fleet of trucks aims to tackle Houston’s recycling & heavy trash pickup delays
HOUSTON – Months-old piles of heavy trash continue to frustrate Houston residents, but city officials say help is finally on the way. After widespread complaints and failing service grades, the City of Houston has announced the rollout of a new fleet of solid waste trucks and a revamped system designed to improve...

















