Houston law enforcement announces a 'No Refusal' initiative to combat drunk driving on New Year's Eve, urging public to use designated drivers or ride-shares for safety.

A suspect, Zhongru Ye, was arrested after a vehicle chase on Christmas Eve by Harris County constables, and charged with evading arrest. Details of the initial traffic stop cause are undisclosed.

Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner inaugurates improvements at Evella Park, including a new basketball court and enhanced features funded partly by the Cheniere Foundation; part of the city-wide Love Our Parks initiative.

The Houston Health Department reports that the most popular baby names of 2023 include Emma, Mia, and Camila for girls, and Liam, Noah, and Mateo for boys, reflecting the city's cultural diversity.

Houston opens its first Resilience Hub at Kashmere Gardens to enhance community strength against disasters, featuring sustainability upgrades and a solar carport funded by Shell USA.

The article discusses the Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs in Houston awarding $132,500 in grants from hotel taxes to support cultural tourism and resilience, with a statement from Mayor Sylvester Turner.

Houston braces for a cold Friday with highs near 54 degrees and potential morning frost, especially in The Woodlands and Katy. A warming trend is expected for New Year's celebrations, with no severe weather forecasted through Saturday.

A Powerball player in Katy, Texas won $2 million by matching five numbers, missing only the Powerball number. The jackpot rolls over to an estimated $760 million for the next draw.

The Houston Police arrested Jeffrey Duncan Hendrix in relation to a 2022 shooting at an apartment complex, charging him with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.

A garbage truck overturned in northeast Harris County, ejecting three people, with one requiring Life Flight. The accident's cause is under investigation.

Connor Hilton, 17, faces a murder charge and a $1 million bond after a fatal shooting in Friendswood that killed one teenager and critically injured another on December 23.

Houston prepares for New Year's Eve with fireworks and festivities across the city, offering diverse celebrations from family-friendly events to exclusive parties.

Houston police sergeant Cesar Antonio Beltran has been charged with solicitation of prostitution and relieved of duty, facing serious allegations involving human trafficking victims.