HISD plans to adopt a pay-for-performance model for teacher salaries by the 2026-27 school year, moving away from tenure and educational credit-based pay.

A suspect, Edward Scott, is under investigation for a possible hate crime after stabbing a woman on a Houston METRO bus, voicing intent to "kill all Mexicans." He has a history of mental health issues.

Two men, Brandon and Makahri Brewster, have been charged in a Houston club shooting and are hospitalized. No security guards were injured in the incident. Police are seeking public assistance.

The University of Houston's basketball team narrowly lost to the Florida Gators with a score of 65-63 in the National Championship Game, leaving students and fans disheartened.

A Houston father, Hayim Cohen, was sentenced to 40 years for sexually abusing his adopted sons and an indecency charge involving a foreign exchange student.

Federal office closures in Texas, including a Social Security office, draw mixed reactions while raising concerns for elderly and rural communities dependent on such services.

Former College Station teacher Daniel Byrd sentenced to 5 years for distributing CSAM; will also register as a sex offender and face supervised release.

Houston enjoys a week of clear skies, sunshine, with highs around 75-85°F and mild nights around 55-65°F, as forecasted by the National Weather Service.

HPD investigates a fatal collision where a pedestrian was hit by a Ford F-150 on Wirt Road; the victim's identity is pending, and the driver was not impaired.

Harmony Public Schools in Texas offers up to $10,000 signing bonuses for new TIA-receiving teachers to improve attraction and retention for the 2025-2026 school year.

12-year-old Jace Abarca, a chronic autoimmune disease fighter, became a source of inspiration for the Houston Cougars as their lead ball boy, establishing a profound bond with the team during their journey to the National Championship.

Houstonians protest against Trump's federal policies and Musk's DOGE leadership, echoing national discontent over social security and healthcare threats.

Houston experienced a cold front after Saturday's thunderstorms, leading to cooler temperatures and the need for light outerwear, with a warming trend and clear skies expected later in the week.