Mostly cloudy and muggy Friday with highs near 93°F; heat builds into the mid‑90s this weekend and could near 100°F early next week. Plan outdoor tasks for mornings and check cooling centers.

An Arkansas taco chain opened its first Houston-area location on FM‑1960, serving al pastor, carne asada and quesabirrias with dine-in and DoorDash delivery.

A Kuykendahl Road traffic stop led Precinct 4 deputies to an outstanding assault warrant and an illegal firearm; the driver was arrested and charged.

A Magnolia massage therapist was arrested last week on an indecent‑assault charge after a client reported being touched during a massage; investigators say more victims may exist.

Williams Cos. bought the 64‑story Williams Tower at the Galleria in a reported deal valuing the Uptown landmark at just over $300 million.

A car plunged from the HOV lane onto I‑69 northbound at Beltway 8, closing lanes and causing hours of backups while crews worked the scene.

Court records show Judge Lori Chambers Gray signed three 'unsatisfactory' probation terminations for a defendant tied to an alleged retail-theft ring. Prosecutors have filed motions to adjudicate as a new theft charge was filed.

Harris County deputies arrested Joseph Morris on July 22, 2026 in connection with the May 5, 2024 fatal shooting of Cornelius Singleton at the Haverstock Hills apartments. The sheriff’s office announced the arrest on X.

A Houston funeral home director was arrested Tuesday and charged with five felonies after prosecutors say she forged a will and siphoned nearly $2.2 million from a client's estate.

Family-owned Island Grill has claimed the River Oaks storefront at 2810 Westheimer and plans to open its sixth Houston location in spring 2027. The move would replace a long-running neighborhood tenant.

A caregiver was arrested after a disabled 21-year-old sustained second-degree burns during a supervised bath in Cypress Mill.

An investigation is underway after a person was shot Tuesday afternoon at an apartment complex near Friendswood. Police responded around 1:50 p.m. and the scene remained active into the afternoon.

The University of Houston has joined the Texas Nuclear Alliance, offering research, advanced‑manufacturing expertise and workforce training as Texas rolls out a $350M fund. The move puts Houston into the center of a statewide push for next‑gen nuclear and fusion projects.