Houston robbery detectives released surveillance stills after a March 11 incident on Dryden Road. Crime Stoppers is offering up to $5,000 for tips.

The Astros open their season this Thursday at Daikin Park against the Angels. First pitch is set for 3:10 p.m. CT with tickets available through official channels.

Houston is lining up SaberCats Stadium and the Omni as a World Cup team base camp, and officials say some practice sessions will be open to the public.

Houston crews fought a two-alarm blaze at an apartment complex near US‑290; an early trapped-person report was cleared and no injuries were reported. Officials say the cause is under investigation.

Five Guys has opened at Manvel Town Center, offering dine‑in, takeout and delivery to the growing retail hub at Hwy 288.

Houston police say a woman was shot during a robbery near 12800 Airline Drive and is listed in stable condition. North Belt officers were on scene, authorities say.

Einstein Bros. opened a new Humble bakery on March 23 at FM 1960, bringing fresh‑baked bagels and breakfast sandwiches to the corridor.

A fire on Monday damaged the Smalls Sliders "can" in Willis, shuttering the chain's Texas outpost while owners and city officials assess the damage.

An explosion at Valero’s Port Arthur refinery sent a column of black smoke over the city and prompted shelter-in-place orders for parts of town. Officials say no injuries were reported as crews worked the scene.

Portugal, Germany, the Netherlands and other teams bound for NRG Stadium play friendlies March 26–31 — a first look ahead of Houston’s World Cup matches.

Two Houston residents received 162‑month federal sentences after authorities found nearly 133 kilograms of crystal meth during a drug investigation.

Harris County deputies found an adult man shot in the 1900 block of McAulty Road; CSI and homicide detectives are investigating. Officials have released few details.

Fidelis plans a 280,000-square-foot shopping center near the future Grand Parkway and FM 517 in Alvin, with groundbreaking expected in early 2027. The project targets apparel, dining and convenience retail.