The YMCA of Greater Houston and North Texas is offering free water safety classes to prevent child drownings, with a donation from Reliant and programs teaching swimming and survival skills.

The Houston Police Foundation is investing $10.5 million in a new firearms training center named after donor Tilman Fertitta, aiming to enhance police preparedness by 2026.

The Houston Food Bank initiates a Summer Food Service Program to provide daily free meals to children and young adults with disabilities, aiming to combat childhood hunger.

Commissioner Briones of Harris County Precinct 4 is leading efforts, including a disaster preparedness workshop, to help residents prepare for the 2025 hurricane season despite federal funding cuts to key agencies.

Angleton Police mourn Sgt. J.D. White, killed while escorting a funeral. Chief Valdez highlights his service and community impact. Investigations are ongoing.

Emancipation Park in Houston celebrated the third annual "Celebrate Freedom Festival," featuring a parade, cultural performances, and vendors, leading up to Juneteenth.

Blue Origin's NS-32 mission took Galveston STEM teacher Amy Medina Jorge to space, marking the company's 12th crewed flight. The mission patch featured symbols for each crew member, celebrating their unique contributions and backgrounds.

Houston Police Department has ended its policy of requiring officers to conduct at least one traffic stop per day, following a collective decision and a memo from Police Chief J. Noe Diaz Jr.

The Texas House has approved dissolving the Texas Lottery Commission amid scrutiny and putting lottery and bingo under the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, with a ban on online ticket sales.

The Cy-Fair community rallied in support of Fire Chief Amy Ramon amidst unresolved board action on her position, despite testimonies and calls for transparency.

George Coulam, founder of the Texas Renaissance Festival, was found dead at home by a housekeeper; the cause of death is uncertain. His death follows a legal battle over the festival's sale.

The Kinder Houston-area survey outlines concerns of Houston residents, highlighting crime, traffic, and economic disparities, with many residents considering leaving despite its livability and diversity.

The 19th Annual Houston Firefighters' Charity Golf Classic raised funds for the Houston Firefighters' Protection Fund to aid firefighters and their families in times of crisis.