A filing shows the St. Regis Residences planned near Memorial Park will cost at least $220 million to build, putting Houston’s first standalone St. Regis squarely in the luxury market.

Pok Kong was arrested by Harris County deputies for DUI with a child passenger, highlighting risks associated with intoxicated driving and child endangerment.

Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen settled with the TCOLE, receiving a retroactive six-month suspension and retaining his job after an investigation into omissions in his application history.

The Harris County DA is appealing to block a hearing that may lead to a new trial for AJ Armstrong, convicted of murdering his parents, arguing against the appellate court's decision for the hearing.

Two women were arrested in West University for package thefts, with police using cameras and license plate readers. They confessed to the crimes and are charged with theft.

Houston Police Department is increasing patrols on the I-610 North Loop to reduce road rage and reckless driving, with an operation running from I-10 West to East. Mayor Whitmire and Chief Diaz warn of strict enforcement against aggressive behaviors.

One person died in a single-vehicle crash on Eastex Freeway; the car was overturned and on fire. Roads were shut causing traffic delays, with alternate routes suggested.

Taste Kitchen + Bar opened a lakefront Sugar Land location Wednesday, bringing Chef Don Bowie's Southern menu, chicken-and-waffles and private dining to Lake Pointe. The outpost joins the downtown spot and aims to serve brunch, dinner and events.

Aldine ISD started construction on a rebuilt Aldine Middle School and a new Lane School for special‑needs students under its $1.8B bond. Openings are targeted in 2028.

PNC provided $202M in debt and equity to help Fairstead acquire and rehab Haverstock Hills, preserving 700 Section 8 apartments in East Aldine under long-term covenants.

Venus Aerospace is building an RDRE engine test range at the Houston Spaceport as the city advances a taxiway to better link Ellington and grow aerospace jobs. The work signals a move from pilot projects to heavy infrastructure at Ellington.

Precinct 4 is investing more than $20 million to add miles of new sidewalks near schools and busy corridors, with a new $16M phase targeting Katy and Cy‑Fair routes. The program builds on an earlier 50-mile effort and aims to close dangerous gaps in student routes.

Three men have been charged with capital murder in a 2022 home-invasion shooting on Avenue Q. Authorities say the arrests close a multi-year HPD investigation.