Nine wrongful death claims related to the 2021 Astroworld festival have been settled, with terms undisclosed due to a gag order. One lawsuit remains unresolved, involving the youngest victim.

A man attempting to break into a vehicle led to a police chase and two arrests on Hirschfield Road, with one suspect charged with Aggravated Assault and related offenses.

A man on a bicycle was fatally struck by a car at 7700 Westpark Drive, Houston. Witnesses indicate the driver, who stayed on site, had a green light. Police investigation is ongoing.

The Houston Chronicle reports varied closing dates for Houston-area schools, with HISD ending June 5. HISD proposed a new calendar for 2024-2025 starting earlier, awaiting board approval on February 8.

Construction of the X Houston high-rise in Houston's Museum District has been halted, with contractors filing liens for unpaid work and the future of the project uncertain.

Pearland police warn of "senior assassin" game dangers as students play with toy guns and Orbeez, leading to public nuisance concerns and safety risks.

Houston Police Chief Troy Finner announced his retirement amid a scandal over suspended criminal cases and an internal policy. Acting Chief Larry Satterwhite succeeded him.

Angel Reyes Isidro, a carnival operator, faces charges of fraud and exploitation of migrant workers, including visa fraud, coercion, underpayment, and use of a firearm to intimidate. He could face substantial prison time and fines if convicted.

Deputies in North Houston arrested Ruben Rios on a felony theft warrant during a traffic stop, confirmed by Constable Herman. Rios is held on a $1,000 bail.

Harris County officers arrested Chanselor Evan Phillips after a traffic stop, discovering he had multiple warrants, including a felony charge for retaliation.

A woman is critically injured after a shooting on Houston's southeast side; police are searching for the known suspect.

The National Weather Service forecasts severe thunderstorms in Texas, with a risk of very large hail and damaging winds stretching from Texas to the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic.

Boeing's launch of the Starliner spacecraft was postponed due to a valve issue in the Atlas V rocket. The mission aimed for the ISS will attempt another launch on Friday.