Houston anticipates mild weather with clear skies and temperatures peaking at 63 degrees, followed by a cooler trend and sunny conditions leading up to the New Year.

A suspect was arrested in north Harris County following a police chase involving a vehicle reported stolen, ending in a crash without reported injuries.

An excavator hit power lines in West Houston, causing a blackout and a van to catch fire, with no injuries reported. Over 3,000 people lost power, which was later restored.

A Houston man was fatally shot while playing billiards at home; two suspects fled in a Nissan Maxima. Authorities seek public assistance in the investigation.

A man faces intoxication manslaughter charges after a fatal crash on Houston's North Freeway, where a woman died after a vehicle hit a concrete barrier.

A man died in a high-speed car crash on Wheatley Street in Houston on the morning of Christmas Eve, according to the HPD. His identity is pending verification.

Houston reports a 20% decrease in homicides in 2023, surpassing the national average, with the Houston Police linking the decline to strategic initiatives.

Aldine ISD and UHD partner to boost bilingual literacy in Houston via a $2.5 million grant, featuring student contributions like Miguel Huerta's bilingual book, enhancing English and Spanish reading skills.

Houston hosts a variety of New Year's Eve events, including a bar crawl, themed parties at Hilton Americas-Houston and C. Baldwin Hotel, celebrations at The Four Seasons, and family-friendly activities at CityCentre and the Children's Museum.

A Christmas Day fire in Houston led to a man being hospitalized and another arrested for suspected arson at the Fairmount Apartments. Firefighters rescued a disabled man during the blaze that started after a domestic dispute.

A fire damaged several units in a west Houston townhome complex with no injuries reported; the cause is under investigation by Houston Fire Department arson unit.

A Houston couple died of a suspected murder-suicide on Christmas night, with their three children at home during the incident. Police are investigating and support resources have been offered.

A pedestrian carrying Christmas presents was fatally struck by a Jeep in Baytown, Texas. The accident occurred in an area lacking street lights and sidewalks. The driver cooperated with the investigation, which did not indicate impairment.