Houston police officers could receive a nearly 37% pay raise over five years if a new contract is approved, with an initial 10% increase by July 2025. This aims to boost morale and retention amid budget concerns.

Sarah Young was arrested in Harris County for assaulting a peace officer and making threats following a disturbance incident where she also assaulted another individual.

Houston-area educators won at the 2025 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards, with special recognitions for Abigail Eliezer and Dr. Alicia Adkins, as well as Lamar CISD's school board.

Three teens were arrested in Conroe, Texas, for the murder of a 14-year-old boy, while a separate Houston family BBQ shooting left one dead and 14 injured.

Houston faced severe weather with thunderstorms and hail, but no significant damage. Residents documented the event, supplying media with visuals for reporting.

A significant Xfinity service outage in Houston disrupted internet, TV, DVR, and voice services, affecting residential customers, public services, and Port Houston operations. Restoration was expected by 4 p.m. The cause is under investigation.

Felony charges against ex-health director Barbie Robinson in Harris County were dismissed due to a lack of evidence. The original charges involved county contracts but no personal gain was found.

Authorities search for 81-year-old Nicolas Lestrer with dementia, missing in Houston with his cat since Thursday morning. He was last seen wearing a black tank top and gray Astros hat.

Cora Custard was convicted of wire fraud conspiracy, sentenced to 57 months in prison, and ordered to pay $621,388 restitution for submitting over 100 fraudulent loan and aid applications.

Baylor College of Medicine has laid off 122 employees amid uncertainties over federal funding for medical institutions, with further program cuts expected. MD Anderson Cancer Center has also implemented a partial hiring freeze, prioritizing patient care roles while managing budget limitations.

Theft suspect Pierce Thompson was arrested at a Walmart after concealing merchandise in his backpack. He resisted arrest, was already out on bond for drug charges, and was charged with theft, with his bond set at $1,500.

An Uber driver in Montgomery County faces sexual assault charges related to an incident in The Woodlands, with detectives seeking possible additional victims.

Houston Mayor and police union to announce a new five-year contract, focusing on pay, benefits, and recruitment to enhance public safety and law enforcement standards.