Longtime Hartz Chicken on Pinemont will close Dec. 31 after the landlord declined to renew the lease; marketing materials for the adjacent parcel list a supermarket and apartments.

Harris County law enforcement is using drones and increased patrols to enhance public safety during the holiday shopping season, focusing on surveillance and prevention of criminal activities such as theft.

Two fatal road incidents in Houston claimed the lives of a bicyclist and motorcyclist in separate crashes, with ongoing police investigations into both events.

An 11-year-old was struck by a vehicle Tuesday in Spring near Cypresswood Heights; emergency crews treated the child and investigators are on scene.

Harris County Precinct 4 says two juveniles, 6 and 8, were found safe after an intensive drone and K9 search near Greenwood Forest Drive.

Dirty Dawgs, a new Houston food truck, is turning heads with halal hot dogs served on toasted Hawaiian rolls and bold, crunchy toppings. The short menu includes six dog styles, fries and shakes.

Carnival Cruise Line introduces an adults-only cruise from Galveston to Barcelona aboard Carnival Dream, featuring various amenities and dining options, with rooms starting at $439. Launching in February 2026, this is a one-way 15-day voyage.

Family-run Local Table will open its sixth Houston-area location in Missouri City in January, occupying a 6,700-square-foot space with patio seating and brunch. The chain mixes Mediterranean bowls with Southern comfort food.

Family-run Las Pinatas Kitchen on Alma Street serves handmade tortillas, a $20 weekend brunch and a Friday–Sunday cenaduria of shareable Mexican plates.

One man was killed and another wounded in a Sunday night shooting at 1111 Blalock Road. Investigators say the Homicide Division is working the case and seeking tips.

Tacos A Go Go is expanding in Houston with a relocated Heights spot and a new Memorial/Tanglewood outpost. Both will include the chain's first full bar program.

Houston to experience patchy fog and near record heat during the holiday week, with high temperatures possibly reaching the high 70s and lows in the mid to upper 60s.

A woman was fatally hit by a car on La Porte Freeway in Houston; her identity is pending. She had a dispute with her husband before walking onto the freeway. The driver cooperated with authorities and showed no signs of intoxication.