Rice University plans to connect its campus with Rice Village, enhancing sports venues, pedestrian access, and community spaces, while the area launches its first outdoor ice rink, Ice Village, for the holiday season.

A traffic disruption on I-10 East Freeway near Channelview caused significant delays and required law enforcement intervention due to a person refusing to exit their vehicle. This incident followed an earlier fatal crash on the same freeway.

A 2-year-old child was fatally struck by a vehicle at an apartment complex in east Harris County. The toddler died after being rushed to the hospital.

A 3-year-old boy was fatally hit by a truck in West Houston while walking with his mother on Saturday night; the driver fled and the police are investigating.

A suspected DUI driver in Houston caused a deadly five-vehicle crash, resulting in three fatalities and critical injuries to another, with charges upgraded to intoxication manslaughter.

Houston's Sam Houston Park hosted the Día de los Muertos festival for the fifth year, featuring cultural performances, a parade, and community engagement.

A pedestrian-involved collision on W. Hardy Road in Spring led to road closures for an investigation, with at least one victim hospitalized. Details are limited as authorities continue the inquiry.

Houston continues to experience cool mornings and warm afternoons with sunny skies and a high near 72, alongside warnings about potential tire pressure issues due to temperature changes.

A cold front is expected to bring some rain to Houston over the weekend, with a 40% chance of showers and temperatures peaking at 72 degrees. Subsequent days will see cooler, drier air and a return to normal temperatures.

Harris County Commissioners Court approved a pay equity initiative to address a 29% pay gap among employees, with emphasis on raising the salaries of Hispanic and Black women, despite concerns about fiscal responsibility.

A man in Houston was arrested for abusing a puppy, facing up to 10 years in prison and $10,000 in fines. The dog is now stable after suffering severe injuries.

The Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences has classified many recent Houston bayou deaths, including University of Houston student Jade McKissic's, as undetermined.

Houston's Halloween forecast is sunny and in the low 70s, cooling to the 60s in the evening, with a slight chance of showers and storms post-festivities.