Texas executed Moises Sandoval Mendoza for the 2004 murder of Rachelle Tolleson, as announced by Attorney General Paxton, emphasizing justice for the crime.

After wet weather, Houston expects warmer days, possibly nearing 90°F. Showers may linger but will diminish as a high-pressure ridge builds, bringing clearer skies and rising temperatures into the weekend.

Thunderstorms caused a ground stop and subsequent delays at George Bush Intercontinental Airport, with average wait times increasing to 45 minutes even after the stop was lifted.

Fugitive Marshall Tyler and Regina Chevalier were arrested in Harris County for a felony warrant and obstructing justice, respectively.

Over 300 people attended the Harris County Expunction Clinic and Job Fair to seek assistance in clearing their criminal records and finding employment.

Walmart is remodeling 14 stores in Houston and building a new Supercenter in Cypress, TX as part of a larger initiative to upgrade 67 stores in Texas by 2025.

Houston Fire Department celebrated its first-ever Honor Guard graduation, with seven members joining its ranks at a ceremony attended by Mayor Whitmire and Fire Chief Muñoz.

Gherlan "Gigi" Wade is missing in Galveston, with fears of a drowning after her car was found near water. Authorities and Texas EquuSearch are searching for her.

A man was arrested after threatening people and assaulting a deputy in Houston; Constable Herman urged public awareness of local crimes via social media.

Three individuals face felony theft charges for stealing puppies and merchandise from a Houston pet store, with two suspects surrendering and one still at large. The store owner is enhancing security measures following the incident.

Galveston's Beach Patrol Chief, Peter Davis, was suspended without pay amid an investigation into allowing Chilean lifeguards to stay at a non-public pavilion. No explanation was given for his suspension.

Houston's Memorial Park will undergo a $42 million renovation, called Memorial Groves, to honor World War I history and the Camp Logan site, with construction starting in 2026.

Houston jewelry store launches a treasure hunt with over $10,000 in gold and rare coins as part of its 40th-anniversary celebration during National Coin Week.