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Houston Faces Hottest Day of 2026 with Scattered Evening Thunderstorms

Houston Faces Hottest Day of 2026 with Scattered Evening Thunderstorms

Houston is experiencing its hottest day of 2026 so far, with temperatures expected to reach between 100°F and 105°F (37.8°C to 40.6°C). Scattered evening thunderstorms are anticipated, though they are not associated with Tropical Storm Bertha, which is currently weakening near the Louisiana coast. Rain chances will be higher near the coast tomorrow, with a potential for localized heavy downpours. The storm is expected to continue weakening as it moves westward, with its core rain likely to impact areas south of Houston, such as Freeport and Corpus Christi. [Source: Space City Weather, Source time: 2026-07-22T11:34:42+00:00]
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Judge bars deportation of witness in fatal ICE shooting of Mexican homebuilder

Judge bars deportation of witness in fatal ICE shooting of Mexican homebuilder

A federal judge has barred the deportation of a witness in the fatal shooting of a Mexican homebuilder by federal immigration officers a during a traffic stop in Houston
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Passengers in Texas ICE shooting say officers not in danger, driver was parking when shots fired

Passengers in Texas ICE shooting say officers not in danger, driver was parking when shots fired

Two witnesses have told a federal court the immigration agent who fatally shot a Mexican man in Houston on July 7 was in no danger of being run over
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Texas GOP Leaders Silent on Calls for Independent Probe After Fatal ICE Shooting

Texas GOP Leaders Silent on Calls for Independent Probe After Fatal ICE Shooting

Following a fatal shooting by federal immigration agents in Houston, Texas, there has been a notable silence from Texas Republican leaders regarding calls for an independent investigation. The incident involved the shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a Mexican national, during a traffic stop. Witnesses have disputed ICE's account of the event, which claimed that Salgado Araujo attempted to run over an officer. Despite public outcry and demands from Democrats and civil rights advocates for an independent probe, key Texas GOP figures, including Governor Greg Abbott and several congressional representatives, have not publicly addressed the issue.
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Storm Risk in Southern Maryland Amidst Tropical Storm Bertha's Impact

Storm Risk in Southern Maryland Amidst Tropical Storm Bertha's Impact

Southern Maryland and nearby beaches are under a storm risk today due to a stalled frontal boundary, following heavy rainfall and tornado warnings in the region yesterday. Rainfall totals varied significantly, with some areas receiving over 5 inches, leading to localized flooding. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Bertha, with sustained winds of 50 mph, is impacting the Gulf Coast near New Orleans, bringing heavy rainfall and a risk of flooding. The storm may reemerge in the Gulf and head toward Houston later this week. Cooler air is expected to settle over northern areas, providing a brief respite with autumn-like conditions.
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Federal Judge Halts Deportation of Key Witness in ICE Shooting Case in Houston

Federal Judge Halts Deportation of Key Witness in ICE Shooting Case in Houston

A federal judge has issued an order preventing the deportation of Jose Trinidad Rojas Pliego, a witness in the fatal shooting of Mexican homebuilder Lorenzo Araujo Salgado by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers. The incident occurred during a traffic stop in Houston on July 7, when Araujo Salgado was shot while driving to a construction site. The shooting has led to public protests and demands for an independent investigation. Rojas Pliego, who has been in the U.S. for decades without legal status, is currently in ICE custody and claims his detention is unconstitutional. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security, which oversees ICE, has stated it will comply with the court order. The case has drawn attention to the actions of ICE officers, who reportedly targeted the van driven by Araujo Salgado due to its similarity to another vehicle involved in deportation proceedings.
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Tropical Storm Bertha Weakens as Houston Faces Scorching Heat and Thunderstorms

Tropical Storm Bertha Weakens as Houston Faces Scorching Heat and Thunderstorms

Tropical Storm Bertha is showing signs of weakening as it nears the Louisiana coast, with maximum winds decreasing from 60 to 50 mph. The storm's center remains offshore, and it is expected to continue weakening over the next few days. Meanwhile, Houston is experiencing extreme heat, with temperatures expected to reach between 100 and 105 degrees. Scattered thunderstorms, unrelated to Bertha, are anticipated to develop in the Houston area due to a 'backdoor' boundary moving from Louisiana. These storms are expected to be locally strong and may persist into the evening. Rainfall from Bertha is projected to affect areas south of Houston, with the heaviest rain expected from Galveston through Matagorda Bay.
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Houston Youth Soccer Club Faces Uncertain Future Amid Federal Budget Cuts

Houston Youth Soccer Club Faces Uncertain Future Amid Federal Budget Cuts

The Houston-based youth soccer club, reVision FC, is at risk due to significant federal budget cuts affecting its funding. The club, which provides free soccer programs to at-risk youth in immigrant communities, has been a vital part of keeping young people engaged and away from gangs. The Department of Justice's termination of grants has severely impacted the club's financial stability, threatening its ability to continue offering free services such as cleats and transportation. State Rep. Gene Wu is advocating for increased funding to support such programs, emphasizing their importance in crime prevention and community building.
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Rice University Develops Water Management Plan to Address Future Scarcity

Rice University Develops Water Management Plan to Address Future Scarcity

Rice University in Houston is proactively addressing potential water scarcity issues by developing a comprehensive water management and resilience plan. Despite Houston's abundant rainfall, the region faces challenges in maintaining a reliable freshwater supply due to population growth. The university partnered with Walter P Moore to create a strategy that evaluates water use and develops scalable metrics for consumption. The plan focuses on matching water sources to specific campus demands, such as using rainwater for irrigation and building dewatering systems for cooling towers. This approach aims to ensure long-term sustainability and resilience for the university's operations.
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Tropical Storm Bertha Approaches Texas Coast with Minimal Impact Expected for Houston

Tropical Storm Bertha Approaches Texas Coast with Minimal Impact Expected for Houston

Tropical Storm Bertha is advancing westward along the Gulf Coast, prompting a Tropical Storm Watch from Morgan City, Louisiana, to Sargent, Texas. The National Hurricane Center reports that Bertha is expected to make landfall in Louisiana and continue moving towards the Texas coast. Although the storm is weakening, it may maintain tropical storm intensity through late Thursday. Houston is not expected to experience significant impacts, but coastal areas may see isolated rainfall, elevated tides, minor flooding, gusty winds, and dangerous surf conditions. The storm is part of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, following the earlier storm Arthur, which affected the Texas Gulf Coast in June.
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FBI Transfers Immigration Agent Case Investigations to Homeland Security Investigations Following Fatal Shootings

FBI Transfers Immigration Agent Case Investigations to Homeland Security Investigations Following Fatal Shootings

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has decided to defer investigations involving alleged assaults on immigration agents to Homeland Security Investigations (HSI). This decision follows recent fatal shootings by federal immigration officers in Texas and Maine. On July 7, an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer shot and killed a Mexican national in Houston, and shortly after, another ICE officer killed a Colombian man in Biddeford, Maine. The FBI's decision to transfer these cases to HSI, a branch of ICE, means that the immigration enforcement agency will be investigating incidents involving its own agents. This move has raised concerns among current and former federal law enforcement officials, as HSI is not typically equipped to handle core elements of such investigations, including ballistics analysis and forensic processing.
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Senators demand ICE answers and body cameras after 2 fatal shootings in Maine and Houston

Senators demand ICE answers and body cameras after 2 fatal shootings in Maine and Houston

Dozens of Democratic U.S. senators and Maine's Independent senator are demanding more details from Immigration and Customs Enforcement about vetting practices for new agents