Former investigator Mohammed "Alex" Ahmed Kassem is sentenced to 121 months in federal prison for heroin trafficking and money laundering using his law enforcement status.

BikeHouston installs a bike counter to measure cycling activity on Houston trails, advocating for improved bike infrastructure, while the Houston Parks Board adds safety markers for emergencies and wayfinding.

James Harden's restaurant Thirteen joins Houston Restaurant Weeks, offering a three-course meal benefiting the Houston Food Bank, with a contest for a free dinner for four.

Houston police fatally shot a 42-year-old armed suspect during a struggle at a gas station service road, following a report of trespassing. An investigation into the incident is underway.

ATF employee Garrett Anderson Wilson was arrested in Montgomery County on charges related to child pornography.

A second suspect, Trishia Michelle Perault, has been arrested following a fatal shooting at a Houston motel in June.

Construction of a $5 million hurricane safety shelter for first responders is set to begin in Conroe, with 75% funding from FEMA. The dome, designed to withstand 200+ mph winds, will house over 650 emergency personnel during severe storms.

Arthur Lee Burton, on death row for a 1997 murder, is set to be executed in Texas, with legal challenges including claims of intellectual disability pending.

CenterPoint Energy faces criticism for its response to Hurricane Beryl and for not utilizing $800 million mobile generators, prompting Texas lawmakers and CenterPoint's CEO to address resilience and oversight issues.

Texas Children's Hospital is laying off 5% of its staff due to financial challenges, affecting both clinical and nonclinical employees across its locations.

A Houston mother was charged with child abandonment for allegedly leaving her children in a hot car while fetching a pizza from Sam's Club. The mother disputes the claims regarding the duration and condition of the children.

Houston Police seek help identifying a suspect in a January 16 fatal shooting on South Loop West, releasing surveillance photos of a man in a black mask and jacket.

Rêve Preparatory Charter School celebrated the opening of its new facility and the extension of its charter for another decade, despite previous performance issues.