A power outage in Liberty was caused by a major line failure, affecting the city for hours before crews restored electricity. The issue originated from a possible splice in the line at installation. Essential services continued with emergency power.

Houston ISD faces continued student enrollment decline, debates over the New Education System, and concerns over funding and potential school closures.

A Tomball resident claimed a $2 million Powerball prize from a December drawing, having bought the ticket at Rosehill Mini Mart. The winner matched five numbers with the Power Play feature.

Livingston ISD creates a scholarship in memory of Audrii Cunningham, an 11-year-old girl found deceased after an AMBER Alert.

Lakewood Church resumes services with a healing and thanksgiving service after a shooting incident, emphasizing resilience and faith in moving forward.

Houston grocery stores, including H-E-B, to remain open on Presidents Day, while banks and federal offices close. UPS and most FedEx services will operate, USPS will not deliver mail.

Operation Homefront provided a mortgage-free home to Colette McLeary, a veteran, in collaboration with JPMorgan Chase, as part of her transition to civilian life.

Houston's Madison High students staged a walkout to oppose a new cellphone policy, prompting the superintendent to threaten suspensions for future protests.

Superintendent Mike Miles has introduced his "New Education System" reforms to HISD, facing mixed reaction from parents and staff with a deadline for schools to decide on their participation.

Madison High School students protest a new cellphone ban, with concerns about safety and communication with parents. The policy, aimed at reducing campus violence, has parents and students questioning its effectiveness.

A mother died trying to save her son from a house fire in Houston, despite managing to rescue her two other children. The community is supporting the family.

Houston families face exorbitant water bills, with one family receiving a $21,000 charge and another a $1,379.98 bill, sparking anxiety and calls for action from city officials.

A Powerball player in Katy, Texas has won $1 million from a ticket bought at Cinco Ranch Express. The ticket matched five numbers in Monday's draw, missing only the Powerball number.