Galveston prosecutors dropped the aggravated kidnapping case against Uber driver Sameh Chami after video raised questions. Civil and federal reviews are ongoing.

Julio Martinez was arrested for theft, evading arrest, and drug possession after a car chase following a Walmart theft, as reported by Constable Herman's Facebook page.

Houston Police won't reopen the case of Kenneth Cutting Jr. despite autopsy errors, and his family questions the investigation's thoroughness after his body was found in Buffalo Bayou.

Houston ISD is exploring SB 1882 partnerships for seven top magnet high schools; four are moving ahead and parents and teachers are demanding enforceable protections for admissions and services.

ICE Houston arrested 1,505 individuals in a 10-day operation, targeting criminal aliens, gang members, and foreign fugitives, enhancing public safety in Southeast Texas.

A dense fog advisory was issued for Houston, reducing visibility on roads and waterways, and prompting safety measures for motorists and boaters until it lifts later to a partly sunny day.

METRO says it restored signal priority on downtown Houston’s Red Line after September timing changes slowed trains. Agency officials say run times are back to pre‑September levels as staff continue to tweak signals.

A lumber yard blaze on Jensen Drive shot through stacked lumber early Wednesday and briefly cut power to nearby businesses. No injuries were reported.

The Louvre’s landmark "Louvre Couture" comes to MFAH Nov. 19 with 35 curated ensembles paired with works from the museum’s collection.

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.