Houston officials are examining Mayor Whitmire’s $7 billion budget proposal, which includes workforce reductions and departmental consolidations without raising taxes. Concerns arise over potential service gaps due to the cuts.

Two individuals were found dead in a suspected murder-suicide in northwest Houston, with authorities investigating the motive and events leading up to the incident.

Houston authorities investigate a fatal stabbing at a residence, seeking information on the incident that left a 25-year-old man dead after an altercation.

National Teacher Appreciation Week is celebrated in the US with gestures of thanks, highlighting the crucial role of educators in academic and personal development.

A man firing shots at a Sugar Land golf course was shot by police and hospitalized; the incident is under investigation, with no officer injuries reported.

A high-speed chase in the suburbs ended with a crash and the arrest of Reshaud Lindsey, charged with Evading Arrest in a Motor Vehicle by Constable Mark Herman's Office.

Trump's 2026 budget proposal includes significant cuts to NASA, affecting the Johnson Space Center, and targets other research agencies such as the NSF and NIH, raising concerns in the scientific community.

Authorities in Brenham, Texas, are searching for a 10-year-old girl swept away by floodwaters, with multiple agencies involved in the ongoing operation.

Houston police seek help to identify two women after a liquor store shoplifting turned into a robbery on January 25, offering a $5,000 reward for information.

A 19-year-old from Mexico was arrested in Brownsville after a car chase, facing charges related to attempting to export a stolen vehicle linked to the Gulf Cartel.

Houston faces severe weather with potential hail, high winds, and tornadoes north of I-10. The National Weather Service urges caution for heightened risks in this area.

Lynn Price, ex-co-owner of Turkey Leg Hut, must remain in custody before his arson trial, due to evidence suggesting he poses a safety risk to the community.

Student loan repayments resume after a pandemic pause, with wage garnishment for 5.3 million in default. This affects credit and financial opportunities. Officials urge borrowers to communicate with servicers and explore repayment options.