A 68-year-old pedestrian died after being hit by two vehicles on Emancipation Avenue Sunday night. HPD says both drivers stayed at the scene; the investigation is ongoing.

The 330‑unit Artis Montrose project topped out Monday on the site of Houston’s famed Disco Kroger, moving roof work and interior fit‑outs into focus ahead of a 2027 opening.

Sprouts says it will open a Panther Creek store in The Woodlands this September and is hiring as it converts the former Randall’s space.

At a Houston town hall, James Talarico pledged $25 million to boost Black voter outreach while facing sharp pushback from local activists and leaders.

A Magnolia bakery that started at home now has a Tamina Road storefront offering scratch pastries, Vietnamese coffee, custom cakes and cake‑decorating classes.

A Saturday blaze gutted Frank's Grill on Mangum Road, leaving the longtime Houston breakfast spot devastated and patrons mourning.

Precinct 4 deputies say two people were detained after a Friday-night disturbance on Forsythe Lane; a man faces an aggravated-assault allegation and a woman was charged with interference.

A juvenile was hospitalized after gunfire near Discovery Green Friday night; police say the shooting followed a fight and investigators are canvassing downtown.

Pearland's new mayor steps into a leadership shuffle: new police and fire chiefs have been sworn in while council members spar over a regional appointment. The changes test how quickly the city can scale services for growth.

Howdy Homemade Ice Cream's Katy location will mark five years next Wednesday with a farewell celebration as the shop prepares to close at month’s end.

HPD and the FBI say a joint July sweep pulled 22 illegal guns, meth and cocaine, and more than $64,000 in suspected drug proceeds.

A 64-year-old man was found shot to death outside a Denver Harbor home early Thursday; police say a suspect fled and are asking for tips.

Muggy morning in Houston with highs near 93°F and a slight afternoon storm chance. A drier, hotter pattern builds into the weekend.