Marquette unveiled plans for the White Oak District in Houston’s Near Northside, anchored by a 304-unit apartment building and roughly 20,000 square feet of retail. Residents say they’re watching to see which restaurants and bars will move in.

Shaquille O'Neal supports 7'3" police cadet Jordan Wilmore, who missed passing his state exam by one point, by mentoring him and providing a patrol vehicle fit for his size.

Luis Barahona Aguilar was arrested for his third DWI offense and unlawful weapon possession after a traffic stop and failing sobriety tests. His bond is set at $10,100.

A West Houston METRO rider was hurt after gunfire broke out on a bus Sunday night. A suspect is in custody and investigators say the injury wasn’t caused by a bullet.

A vacant house in Houston’s historic Freedmen’s Town caught fire on Saturday; no injuries were reported and HFD’s arson unit is investigating.

Alief in Houston has experienced a 7% population decline from 2018 to 2023, with a significant drop in school enrollments and concerns over housing and economic challenges.

A man was found shot in a car on the side of the road in Jersey Village late Sunday; police are investigating.

Missing autistic child found safe by Deputy Palacios and K9 Hades in the 15000 block of Medina Lake Lane. Community thanks law enforcement for swift action.

A large tree fell on power lines in Cypresswood Dr & Breckenridge Forest Dr causing delays and road closure; authorities coordinate traffic and urge alternative routes.

Survivors of the Galveston Bay plane crash show signs of improvement, with conditions updated by the Fundación Michou y Mau IAP. The NTSB is investigating the tragedy that resulted in six deaths.

Several new laws will take effect in Texas on January 1, 2026, covering issues such as immigration enforcement, expedited evictions, AI regulation, taxation, and insurance transparency.

Forbes reports Houston-born Beyoncé has crossed the billion-dollar mark after a year that included a Grammy win and the record‑breaking Cowboy Carter Tour. The milestone joins her with an exclusive club of musician billionaires.

Deputies say a driver was arrested after a crash on the 23200 block of Gosling Road and found with three firearms; he faces DWI and unlawful-carry charges.