Rice University students held a pro-Palestinian protest, setting up a "Liberated Zone" for discussions, without the interruptions reported at other institutions.

The University of Houston has adjusted its funding plan, increasing support for mental health services after student protests, while maintaining athletic funding.

Houston ISD reopened most schools after a storm, except two due to ongoing repairs, with provisional sites set for their students and plans to ensure learning continuity.

Reverend William Lawson's life will be celebrated at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church after his passing at 95. The Houston civil rights leader's body will lie in state, followed by remembrance services.

CenterPoint Energy has restored power to 97% of Houston customers affected by a derecho storm, with fewer than 30,000 awaiting service restoration as teams work non-stop on repairs.

Protests erupt in Houston ISD after the unexpected firing of a principal, 11 teachers, and a staff member at Herrod Elementary, sparking demands for transparency and accountability.

Fort Bend ISD has reversed a policy affecting the selection of valedictorians and salutatorians after community uproar, acknowledging the adverse impact on students' college prospects.

CenterPoint Energy is working to restore power for nearly 200,000 Houston customers after a storm, with efforts hampered by further bad weather and debris.

Lone Star College hosted its first Spanish-language graduation to honor Latino culture and nearly 100 graduates. The event included Folklórico dancers and mariachi music, emphasizing inclusivity and diversity.

FEMA is providing financial aid and loans to Houston residents and businesses affected by recent storms, available through various channels including an online application and in-person centers.

CenterPoint Energy is restoring power in Houston after severe weather, with 700,000 reconnected but over 220,000 still awaiting electricity. Full restoration is expected by Wednesday.

Houston's Independence Hall is criticized after a power outage left vulnerable residents without essential services, prompting Mayor Whitmire to accuse management of abandonment.

Ed Dwight, at 90, became the oldest person in space on a Blue Origin flight, a historic moment following his 1960s exclusion from the space race due to racial biases.