Mean Grille, a Richmond Avenue Mediterranean spot, closed Monday after about two years. Owner Onur Palamut posted a social-media farewell and cited weak small‑business support.

A March 31 contract standoff between Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas and Memorial Hermann could change in‑network access for thousands of Houston patients. Local patients are advised to confirm coverage and ask about continuity‑of‑care options.

Hali Williams roped a 2.6-second Shootout run at NRG Stadium to win the RodeoHouston breakaway title and pocket the $65,000 champion's check, her second Houston buckle.

A Galveston gator on camera underscores that March–May is peak alligator season in southeast Texas.

Quick response and lifesaving first aid from Precinct 4 deputies led to an arrest after a stabbing in northwest Harris County.

YWCA Houston is transferring its Meals on Wheels program to Interfaith Ministries; leaders say deliveries will continue and clients need not act.

HPD released images of a man wanted in a Feb. 24 aggravated robbery on Elgin Street. Tips to Crime Stoppers may be eligible for up to $5,000.

An 18-year-old woman was struck and later died after being hit while crossing Hillcroft Avenue in southwest Houston. Police say the driver remained at the scene and detectives are investigating.

Patchy fog this morning gives way to a warm, breezy afternoon. Rain chances rise midweek and again over the weekend.

YouTuber Ian "SSundee" Stapleton has joined a Houston syndicate, funding two apartment buys as he tries to build a local multifamily portfolio. The firm says renovations and hands‑on ops will be the path to thousands of units.

A man pushing a cart was struck and killed early Sunday in the Cloverleaf area. Harris County deputies are searching for a white vehicle seen leaving the scene.

Texas Roadhouse is hiring about 250 workers for a new Cypress restaurant on West Road. Interviews run most days and applications are available on the company's careers site.

Sunny, warm days early in the week with highs in the low 80s. Patchy overnight fog inland and small rain chances returning later in the week.