A multi‑agency sweep in Houston on April 29 recovered 31 firearms — some modified — and a haul of narcotics, officials said. Two arrests were made.

An independent review and city reports show mixed progress five years into Houston’s sewer consent decree: delayed priority projects, continued overflows and rising bills.

A Galveston County inmate, Crystal Walker, was charged with murder after an assault inside the county jail left 58-year-old Bessie Burgan dead at UTMB.

TEA has tapped HISD chief Sandi Massey to lead Beaumont ISD as the agency installs a board of managers after years of low state ratings.

Houston police released body‑worn camera footage tied to an April 1 death in custody at 2700 Delafield. A summary clip and the full recordings are available online.

A 63‑year‑old Montgomery County man was arrested after deputies say he was found inside a teenager's bedroom in New Caney; detectives say he met the teen at a church. Investigators are asking anyone with information to come forward.

A Conroe man allegedly lied about a firearm at Conroe High to avoid a school-zone ticket, triggering a multi-agency response and a felony arrest.

Copenhagen-born Joe & the Juice is coming to Uptown Park for its first Texas outpost, with indoor and outdoor seating planned. The developer has not announced an opening date.

A Magnolia man was sentenced to 30 years after authorities say he extorted more than 50 victims — some as young as 12 — into creating nude photos and videos.

LendingTree data shows Houston, Austin and San Antonio among metros where HOA dues are common. Homeowners and agents warn rising fees, insurance and taxes are tightening budgets.

Klein ISD projects a $20 million surplus after starting the year in the red. State reimbursements and reallocated costs helped close the gap ahead of a May budget meeting.

Soundwaves' Montrose storefront is closing after nearly 50 years; the shop has begun a half-price clearance sale as it winds down. Locals are calling it an end of an era.

A suspect barricaded inside an apartment near Ashford Point and Synott prompted a heavy HPD response Tuesday. Officials have released few details so far.