After months of detours and online outcry, the MKT pedestrian bridge over White Oak Bayou in the Heights has reopened, restoring a key trail link. Officials marked the return with a ribbon‑cutting while TxDOT notes nearby work will continue through the summer.

Houston police released surveillance images after an April 20 robbery on South Rice Avenue. Crime Stoppers is offering up to $5,000 for tips that lead to an arrest.

Severe thunderstorms at Bush Intercontinental triggered an FAA ground delay Monday, causing average delays of about 26 minutes and temporary limits on non‑scheduled flights.

State grants will fund mobile stroke ambulances at hospitals in Austin, Houston and El Paso to shorten time to treatment and improve outcomes. Hospitals must still finalize staffing and EMS integration.

A national ABCD study finds early heavy social media use tied to much higher odds that teens will try alcohol, nicotine and cannabis.

A Castle Hills couple active in Rey Feo and Fiesta volunteerism died in a crash on I‑10 near Flatonia; friends, city leaders and civic groups are mourning.

A passenger died and the driver was critically injured after a white sedan left the road, struck a tree and burst into flames on Memorial Drive early Monday. Investigators say identities have not been released.

Sambal Chef, a Malaysian spot in Houston’s Chinatown, announced it will close next Sunday after five years in business. Owners cited a property sale and a decision not to renew the lease.

Districts and private schools are piloting AI for instruction and grading while state law provides broad guardrails but few classroom rules. Training, privacy and transparency are now front‑and‑center.

Flood Watch through Wednesday with repeated heavy storms. Expect 2–7 inches in places and possible flash flooding.

Chevron will cut up to 8,000 roles as it absorbs Hess, with hundreds already targeted in San Ramon and downtown Houston.

A man in his mid‑40s was fatally shot after an argument at a Katy house party; deputies say the shooter specifically targeted him. Investigators are asking for tips and video.

Dave & Buster's opens a roughly 30,700‑sq‑ft arcade and sports bar in Sugar Land with private game suites and a 40‑foot WOW wall. Opening day includes giveaways and free game play for early guests.