Flood Watch in effect through Thursday as repeated heavy downpours threaten life‑threatening flash flooding. Expect fog, poor visibility and commute disruptions across Houston.

Houston’s controller opened a formal probe into a senior Whitmire adviser after records showed the adviser rarely swiped into City Hall and sent few work emails.

Severe thunderstorms at Bush Intercontinental triggered an FAA ground delay Monday, causing average delays of about 26 minutes and temporary limits on non‑scheduled flights.

A passenger died and the driver was critically injured after a white sedan left the road, struck a tree and burst into flames on Memorial Drive early Monday. Investigators say identities have not been released.

Homicide detectives are investigating after a pedestrian was struck and killed early Sunday in the 6100 block of Marinette Drive in southwest Houston.

Deputies with Harris County Precinct 4 say a man was shot in the 7900 block of Lichen Lane in Spring and was taken to a nearby hospital. The investigation is active and details remain limited.

A pipeline gas release near Shepherd forced evacuations and closed FM 1127. Officials say the leak was isolated and displaced residents may be eligible for reimbursement.

At the Texas GOP convention in Houston, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick told a crowd James Talarico will "go to Hell" for his reading of the Bible, injecting religion into the Senate fight.

A Galveston County jury convicted Rigoberto Argueta‑Sontay in the July 2025 stabbing death of his roommate and partner and sentenced him to 35 years in prison.

Muggy Saturday with highs near 94 and heat‑index values in the 100s. Slight storm chance today; heavier rain, flash‑flood risk and coastal hazards arrive Sunday night into Tuesday.

Harris County warns residents about callers posing as bank reps who ask for verification codes that can let thieves access accounts. Hang up and verify with your bank.

Hunington filed plans for a 348‑unit, 444,607‑sq‑ft apartment at 3700 Jordan Ranch Blvd, marking one of the largest multifamily plays inside Jordan Ranch.

HPD released surveillance stills after a May 19 service-station robbery on the Katy Freeway. Tipsters who contact Crime Stoppers directly may be eligible for up to $5,000.