Mayor John Whitmire appoints Jim Szczesniak as interim head of the Houston Airport System, replacing Mario Diaz, in a move consistent with his administrative changes.

Houston's Madison High School is implementing a cellphone ban following fights linked to the devices. Students must hand in phones during school hours, sparking a protest and a lockdown.

Detroit-style pizza is gaining popularity in Houston, with Via 313 set to open a new location and Anthony Calleo launching Gold Tooth Tony's, serving Motor City flavors like thick-crust pizzas and regional sandwiches.

A 19-year-old, Brandon Manuel, was arrested in Harris County for unlawful weapon possession and having marijuana after a traffic stop on the North Freeway.

A teen was fatally shot in a suspected botched robbery at a Grant Road apartment complex, with law enforcement actively seeking the perpetrator who had fled on foot. A possible suspect was later detained.

Houston police seek two suspects filmed in the December murder of Marcus Roberson. The pair, potentially black or Hispanic males, fled in a white Chevrolet Malibu.

Rick Nassenstein is accused by the U.S. of illegal monetary incentives to doctors for patient referrals, violating the Stark Law under a False Claims Act complaint.

The National Weather Service forecasts showers for Houston, clearing later with a high near 70°F, and a 70% chance of rain. Clear skies expected tonight and gusty winds tomorrow.

Brittany Anderson's death in Galveston County Jail spurs her family to demand justice and question the handling of her emergency, criticizing lack of immediate notification.

Harris County Toll Road Authority's Roberto Treviño received a 38% pay raise to $485,000, causing controversy and concern from officials like Judge Lina Hidalgo.

Deputies arrested driver Jeffrey Johnson for DUI and assaulting an officer after a car crash in Harris County, as reported by Constable Mark Herman's office.

A security guard was charged with murder after fatally shooting a man over counterfeit money at a Houston restaurant. The guard, who did not have a security license, celebrated after the shooting and was later arrested with a $500,000 bond set.

Chef Dominick Lee plans to open a 'progressive Creole' restaurant named Augustine's in Houston's Third Ward, inside Hotel King David, offering a taste of his New Orleans heritage.