Gale warnings and wind advisories are in effect this morning; gusts could reach 40–45 mph near the coast. Secure loose outdoor items and avoid exposed travel routes.

A 7-year-old Pearland girl with autism was found dead in a retention pond after an Amber Alert and hours of searching. Advocates and experts say the tragedy spotlights urgent water-safety gaps for children who wander.

A Rice team proposes a "universal basic neighborhood" that ties 35 neighborhood standards to an 80‑year life expectancy goal to tackle Houston's wide life‑span gaps.

Texas Monthly named Agnes and Sherman Restaurant of the Year and put four Houston spots on its 2026 list. The choices underline Houston’s continued culinary momentum.

Casa Matcha will mark its Friendswood grand opening on March 14 with music and tote giveaways for early arrivals. The shop follows a soft open earlier this month.

Skinny Rita's Cantina and Grille will soft‑open in Kemah mid‑March, serving organic, low‑cal Mexican plates, gluten‑free choices and fresh specialty margaritas.

An abandoned commercial building on Jensen Drive burned Tuesday night; crews contained the blaze and no injuries were reported.

CenterPoint has staged crews across Houston as severe storms threaten the city. Officials warn of strong winds and hail; here’s when the worst weather is expected and how to report outages.

Bright-blue Glaucus atlanticus sea slugs have washed ashore near Corpus Christi. Researchers warn their sting can be intense and advise photo‑not‑touch.

Mont Belvieu’s Casa Julia will open a New Caney location on March 31, bringing its scratch-made chips, margaritas and weekend brunch to Speed Street.

The FAA issued a temporary ground stop at IAH on March 11 as severe thunderstorms moved into the Houston area. Travelers should check airline apps and airport status.

One person was shot and taken to an area hospital after a shooting on Fondren Road near Harwin; a woman was detained at the scene, police say.

President Trump and Texas officials hailed a plan for a new refinery at the Port of Brownsville. Company claims a $300B impact but partner confirmations and permits are still pending.