Seven-year-old Zachary Teoh from River Oaks Elementary School became the Houston Independent School District spelling bee's youngest winner, outspelling children up to the eighth grade.

Ricardo Barcenas was arrested by Harris County deputies for an outstanding warrant after responding to a disturbance in Spring, Texas. His bond is set at $5,000.

Jonathan Hernandez, 18, has been arrested and charged with the capital murder of 19-year-old Luis Deleon, who was found dead near railroad tracks in April of the previous year.

Houston Pet Set emphasized at a welfare event the connection between animal cruelty and broader societal violence, advocating for better solutions for stray and neglected animals.

Conroe, Texas officials delayed a decision on a housing density increase proposal from Venterra Realty, maintaining a cap at 12 units per acre against the proposed 18 to 19 units.

Conroe ISD begins expanding with two new schools using a $1.9 billion bond, easing overcrowding and upgrading facilities, with construction starting in March and completion expected by August 2025.

Houston police are searching for a hit-and-run driver who killed a man on the north side; the incident occurred late Thursday night. The public is asked to provide any information.

Precinct 4's Constable's office is conducting sting operations to combat prostitution and related crimes, using undercover and uniformed personnel, leading to several arrests and rescues from sex trafficking.

Deputies, assisted by Texas Department of Transportation Air Support, arrested Robert Cooper in Harris County for driving a stolen vehicle and having an open misdemeanor warrant.

The Woodlands celebrates its 50th anniversary with mixed economic signals, as major employers cut jobs but overall employment grows due to midsize companies.

BoomerJack's Grill & Bar opens its first Houston-area location in Webster, offering a large indoor space, covered patio, and specials like $3 margaritas for National Margarita Day.

A road rage incident in northern Harris County led to Erma Washington's arrest for assaulting others involved in a vehicle crash. Her bond was set at $100.

Two teenagers were shot on Cullen Boulevard in Houston after an argument between youths escalated, with a 15-year-old boy critically wounded and a 13-year-old girl stable.