East End Community Fights Proposed Closure of Polk Street in Houston Amid Convention Center Expansion Plans
Houston City Council nears a vote on closing Polk Street for the George R. Brown Convention Center's expansion, facing community opposition worried about East End's disconnection from the city.
Government Shutdown Spurs Air Travel Disruptions at Houston Airports and Nationwide
Houston airports face potential delays due to the government shutdown, impacting TSA, air traffic control, and Essential Air Service program, with pilot coordination at Burbank Airport and countrywide staffing shortages.
Staff Member Sustains Minor Injuries in Hazmat Incident at Baytown's Lee High School, School Evacuated
A hazmat incident at Lee High School in Baytown caused minor staff injury and prompted evacuations. A strange odor led to the response, with the scene cleared by 9:30 a.m. The cause of the odor is under investigation.
Houston Grapples with Near-Record Heat as Fall Begins, No Relief in Sight Despite Tropical Activity
Houston faces an unusually hot October, with temperatures near 90°F and little relief at night. Historical records may not be broken, but the heat is significant. Rain chances are low, and the city is also monitoring Tropical Storm Jerry near Africa.












