Peppaz HTX’s move from food truck to Lyric Market counter has drawn steady lines for its double‑fried wings, fried broccoli and a popular chicken sandwich. Downtown diners are taking notice.

Dense fog and light rain are trimming visibility across Houston this Sunday morning; expect slowed commutes and pockets of sea fog near Galveston Bay.

Most Texas beaches tested this week showed low fecal‑indicator bacteria, but a few Galveston‑area stations returned medium readings ahead of spring break.

A woman found with a gunshot wound on a northwest Houston sidewalk has died and HPD homicide detectives are investigating. Authorities say they are canvassing the scene.

A west Houston man told investigators he set 20–30 small fires because he was bored; prosecutors say several incidents targeted West Oaks Mall and a nearby strip center. Bond was set and the arson probe continues.

A Galveston jury convicted Channel Yonko Friday in the 2024 death of her 17‑month‑old daughter; defense counsel has filed a notice of appeal and an automatic life term will follow.

FTA funding will send roughly $9.09M to Houston to reimburse transit planning, operations and capital costs as the city prepares for World Cup crowds.

Dwight Yoakam headlines RodeoHouston at NRG Stadium on March 7, mixing Bakersfield classics with songs from his 2024 album Brighter Days.

Three Harris County juvenile judges differ sharply on sending violent teens to adult prison, and the split has drawn fresh scrutiny after a released juvenile was later accused in new violent crimes.

Crime Stoppers of Houston posted a wanted alert for James Arthur Harris and is offering up to $5,000 for information leading to an arrest.

Thunderstorms are likely Saturday afternoon into Saturday night with heavy rain possible near the coast. Expect gusty winds and intermittent sea fog.

Patrick Cassells was sentenced to 7.5 years and ordered to repay $25M+ after prosecutors say he billed Medicare nearly $60M and used proceeds to buy cars, some destined for Nigeria.

Trustees approved a roughly $41.02M construction contract for a new elementary at Pitts Road, with work set to begin this spring and completion expected by mid‑2027.