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Curry Pizza House has closed its Katy location after about 16 months, owner Neha Gogna said, citing slow business. The chain still lists other Texas locations.
Weather & Environment in ...
A Rice University simulation finds that short, intense storms could swamp Houston neighborhoods outside FEMA floodplains in minutes; researchers urge insurance and planning updates.
Austin favorite P. Terry’s will debut at Bridgeland Central on April 27 with dine‑in, patio seating and a double drive‑thru. The new stand is part of Village Green’s retail build‑out.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A toddler was found alone outside a home on Shelby View Ln in Houston; deputies say the child is safe while they search for the parents.
Houston police are investigating after a person was found dead Wednesday near Barker Cypress. An autopsy is pending and investigators are asking the public for tips.
A family‑run specialty cafe called Kilo is headed to Snider Plaza this summer, promising measured pour‑overs, Onyx beans and an omakase tasting.
Real Estate & Development in ...
A $470M CMBS loan on two Allen Center towers was flagged for special servicing, underscoring pressure on downtown Houston office fundamentals.
A suspect ran into a vacant house at Bellaire and Hillcroft after a brief chase, prompting a SWAT response and road closures, KHOU reported.
A man was arrested after a brief pursuit on the Northwest Freeway; deputies say he faces evading and felon-in-possession charges.
Houston police say officers found an adult body in a small drainage canal near 9800 Ribbonwood; investigators are processing the scene. Authorities have not released further details.
A late‑night fight at the intersection of US‑59 and Tidwell escalated into gunfire; three people were detained and officers recovered weapons and drugs.
Luby’s president says the chain is investigating a viral video in which an employee accuses a manager of "looking at little girls" and asked people not to spread unverified claims.
Walk‑On’s will open at Valley Ranch Town Center in New Caney in late August, bringing Cajun dishes, a full bar and more than 90 TVs to the growing retail district.
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