Spring ISD parents packed meetings this week after consultants proposed closing Link Elementary and Dueitt Middle. Families say closures would disrupt walkable commutes and leave many without practical transportation.

A Midtown Redevelopment Authority corruption trial is set for January, renewing scrutiny over millions in housing funds tied to Third Ward. Questions about payments, audits and a $22M office tower remain.

Sharpstown residents say bursts of random gunfire have increased while a dispute over District J patrol funding deepens between a council office and HPD. Neighbors are collecting shell casings and calling for clearer patrol plans.

Two delivery drivers' dispute in Houston Heights leads to a shooting, with one hospitalized and the other questioned by police.

Texas AG Ken Paxton won a legal victory against the 2019 Harris County bail reform, aiming to uphold stricter bail policies for individuals deemed dangerous.

A Texas man, Joseth "Joe" Limon, was sentenced to three years in prison for evading over $8.7 million in employment taxes and was ordered to pay restitution.

A 9-month-old Labrador mix named Timmy is recovering after video showed a man brutally beating him in southwest Houston. The suspect faces felony charges and the SPCA now has custody.

Authorities captured Tastien Hall, wanted for multiple warrants, with a missing 13-year-old in Harris County. Hall now faces legal proceedings for his outstanding charges.

Immigrant advocates say HPD’s calls to ICE after routine traffic stops are terrifying families and chilling calls for help across Houston.

Four voters approved more than $430 million in bonds for a newly created Rice Village management district, prompting scrutiny over transparency and local control.

Travis Scott and Michael Jordan have teamed on Cincoro Jack Añejo — a limited 750ml bottle aged 26+ months and priced at $149.99. Pre-orders are live now.

A 54-year-old cyclist was killed in a hit-and-run on McGallion Road Monday night; HPD is asking for witnesses and surveillance video.

The University of Houston closed its Pi Kappa Phi chapter after an investigation confirmed hazing violations, leading to the chapter's voluntary charter surrender.