A federal suit says Meneses Law coached Spanish‑speaking clients into false VAWA abuse petitions and charged thousands. The firm denies the claims as litigation begins in Houston federal court.

Miami-based 12Ten Capital bought Harper's Mill, a 180-unit northwest Houston apartment, and plans a value-add upgrade backed by Santander financing.

Houston police say an officer fired and struck a suspect near Westheimer and Briargreen; the suspect was hospitalized and no officers were injured. Investigation is ongoing.

Houston police announced a media briefing after an officer-involved shooting in the 2200 block of Briarview Drive. Officials have released few details so far.

A LendingTree analysis finds the average Houston resident carries $44,640 in non‑mortgage debt — well above the metro average. Experts urge quick action.

Greg Perez's new Concrete Rose has opened in the Purse Building, pairing Chicano‑inspired design with experimental cocktails and a forthcoming chef‑driven small‑plates menu.

A north Harris County traffic stop last Sunday led to the arrest of a man wanted on an active human‑trafficking warrant, the constable’s office says.

A woman was struck and killed on SH‑249 near Old Bammel; a Harris County deputy was later hit while investigating, authorities say. Investigators are probing both crashes.

A pastry-forward café opened Feb. 14 at 8022 FM 1960 in Humble, serving hand-laminated croissants, specialty coffee, desserts and wholesale supplies.

Alvin ISD trustees approved a flat FY 2026027 budget that holds revenue near $391.4M and projects a preliminary $1.1353 tax rate as certified values arrive.

Federal prosecutors charged an Iola man on June 11 after alleged online threats to blow up the White House and kill federal law enforcement.

A man in his 30s was hospitalized after gunfire at an apartment complex on North Wayside Drive following a family dispute; three people were detained and HPD is investigating.

Hot, humid air and Gulf moisture mean scattered heavy downpours could produce localized flash flooding and dangerous rip currents across Houston this weekend.