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A teen was killed after a high-speed crash at Richcrest and West Hardy, deputies said. Harris County’s Vehicular Crimes Division is investigating.
Family and friends gathered to unveil a memorial bench for Eddie 'Tre' Lanier III as the investigation into his October 2022 death remains open.
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A Dallas Fed survey shows Texas oil and gas activity turned positive in Q1 2026, but higher costs and a spike in uncertainty are keeping firms cautious. Small producers plan more drilling while large firms hold steady.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Rebees wants most renovations at GreenStreet finished by the 2026 World Cup, swapping empty storefronts for patios, neon wayfinding and a dining hub.
An 8-year-old Pomona Elementary third-grader, Nicholas Gray, died after choking on a grape during snack time. The community mourns while parents press districts on training and readiness.
A person was shot during a robbery in the 5900 block of Pinemont Drive; police located a suspect at a nearby gas station and say the victim is expected to survive.
Politics & Govt in ...
Federal officials have concentrated pregnant unaccompanied minors at a San Benito shelter flagged by agency staff as medically inadequate. Advocates warn the move risks care and access to abortion.
Houston police responded to a shooting in the 9700 block of Court Glen; an adult man was hospitalized in stable condition and a suspect fled on foot. Investigation is ongoing.
A Houston TV segment asked whether Gen Z is abandoning homeownership. National and local data show modest gains in some places but big affordability gaps remain.
A main gas line was hit near Shaw Road, prompting a shelter‑in‑place and putting four Tomball ISD campuses into secure mode.
Food & Drinks in ...
A new Washington Ave seafood spot blends East-, Gulf- and Pacific-coast catches with Southern flavors. Grand opening set for April 1.
Community & Society in ...
The Leader, the weekly that covered Houston Heights for 70 years, announced it will close. The Saturday paper will be the final print edition and online updates end next Wednesday.
Residents at a Southwest Houston townhome complex say repeated vandalism and threats by one resident culminated in an arrest and a judge-ordered mental-health screening.
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