A San Benito man was sentenced to 30 months and fined after pleading guilty to participating in a violent scheme that fixed prices and extorted forwarding businesses at Los Indios. Federal prosecutors say the plot used a centralized “Pool” and violence to keep competitors out.

Rascal Flatts headline NRG Stadium on March 4, marking the trio’s return to RodeoHouston after years away. The reunited band brings hits and duets from their 2025 collaboration album.

Unofficial March 3 returns show Kyle Kacal winning the Republican county judge primary while the district clerk contest heads to a May 26 runoff.

A 25-year-old north Harris County woman was arrested after deputies say her 2-year-old was found wandering barefoot and wearing only a diaper; CPS had an open case.

Hadley & Bess has listed a 16,600‑sqft, seven‑bed spec mansion on Strait Lane for $25M. The three‑story estate packs a wine vault, golf simulator, theater and a 10‑car garage.

Ziggi's Coffee quietly closed its Katy drive‑thru after nearly five years. The franchisee blamed challenges beyond their control and staff were notified by text.

Wickchester Center at 12012 Wickchester Lane sold for $15.8M after renovations lifted occupancy to 98%, moving the asset out of Woodside’s portfolio.

Refreshed USCIS figures show Baylor College of Medicine led H‑1B approvals in Houston from 2020–2025, with MD Anderson and HPE close behind.

An 18‑year‑old on Ella Boulevard says an intruder climbed to his second‑floor balcony and pointed what he thought was a gun; deputies arrested a suspect and charged him with aggravated robbery.

A large fire at a plastic recycling facility in Alvin sent a heavy plume of smoke Monday; multiple departments responded and officials say no injuries were reported. Emergency crews urged people to avoid the area while they worked.

La Crep’n Go, Ciccio’s Pasta and Pika Park have opened at Katy Mills Mall, adding crepes, scratch‑made pasta and collectibles to the shopping center.

Juston Smith, 24, was pronounced dead after a blue BMW struck him on the Beltway 8 service road. HPD says the driver remained at the scene, was questioned and released; the investigation is ongoing.

Community groups say HPD quietly phased out its Community Affairs Division in mid‑2025, leaving neighborhoods without liaisons and struggling to reach police leadership.