Mayor Sylvester Turner and Houston City Council received the Tetra Tech Francisco Sanchez Public Service Award for their response to Hurricane Harvey.

A woman was fatally struck by a Dodge Ram while crossing a dark section of West Mount Houston Road without a crosswalk. Her friend survived; the driver stayed at the scene. Traffic was affected, and pedestrian safety was highlighted by authorities.

Houston celebrated the major expansion of its Northeast Water Purification Plant, aiming to provide 400 million gallons of drinking water daily and reduce groundwater reliance.

Lombardi Cucina Italiana opens in Houston's Uptown Park, promising a unique Italian dining experience with Miami flair. The area is also welcoming new businesses catering to luxury and wellness.

A crash on FM 1960 near Atascocita Shores in Harris County resulted in the closure of eastbound lanes, causing traffic disruptions and safety interventions from Constable Deputies.

A fire in Fort Bend County, Texas, resulted in one fatality. The cause is under investigation by local fire authorities. No other injuries were reported.

A Houston woman and her infant were hospitalized after a house fire; an elderly female escaped unharmed, but their dog perished. The fire cause is under investigation.

The Houston Chronicle highlights equestrian centers in Houston, where locals enjoy horseback riding, with benefits like exercise and stress relief, catered to all skill levels.

A 37-year-old cold case homicide victim found in Texas' Crater Lake has been identified as Clarence Lynn Wilson thanks to DNA technology advancements.

John Whitmire won the Houston mayoral election, defeating Sheila Jackson Lee with a significant early vote lead and leveraging his substantial campaign funds.

A Texas cantina owner and her son were sentenced for sex trafficking a minor, with terms of 30 years and 6 years respectively, and ordered to pay restitution.

Eater Houston highlights new Houston restaurants, from Detroit-style pizza at Gold Tooth Tony's to French cuisine at Annabelle Brasserie and Asian dishes at Auden, among other diverse culinary offerings.

METRO is offering free rides to Houston voters for the mayoral runoff election, covering election day and early voting periods upon informing operators of their voting intent.