Houston faces a hot weekend with inland temperatures reaching 95-100 degrees, heat indices up to 105, and hazy skies from Saharan dust. Conditions may affect air quality. Cooler weather and rain are possible next week.

The Houston Police Foundation is investing $10.5 million in a new firearms training center named after donor Tilman Fertitta, aiming to enhance police preparedness by 2026.

Houston law enforcement investigates the death of a 52-year-old woman found with blunt force trauma at a Marcus Street residence. Her identity has not been disclosed.

Hooters has closed approximately 30 restaurants across multiple states, amid Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings, moving towards a franchise-based model.

Houston police arrested two teens, one charged with murder, for the October killing of Ivan Bernandez-Altamirano, following a months-long investigation.

Jolanda Jones has announced her candidacy for the US congressional seat in Texas' 18th district, joining others in a competitive race and promising to defend social security, education, and healthcare.

A Houston area wedding venue scam involving a fake operator named "Lance Miller" tricked couples out of $186,000, leading to ruined wedding plans and investigations.

Houston City Council approved Mayor Whitmire's $7 billion budget amid protests, with increased funding for police and cuts to parks and health. Despite disruptions, the budget passed 14-3 with amendments for drainage and BARC.

Christian Gilbert was arrested during a Harris County traffic stop after deputies discovered he had open traffic warrants and a felony warrant for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon.

A 3-year-old child drowned in a pool in northwest Harris County, despite emergency services' efforts. Authorities urge pool safety as investigations continue.

Nehemyeaux Smith was arrested for DWI after a traffic stop on Cypresswood Drive, where he failed sobriety tests and was found to already be on bond for a prior DWI charge.

A Houston couple, Alba and Jarin Martinez, is accused of a massive property fraud involving forging documents to claim 35 homes, leading Harris County to sue and pursue contempt of court.

Ken Paxton succeeded in overturning a Texas law granting in-state tuition to illegal immigrants, as it was ruled unconstitutional for favoring them over non-resident U.S. citizens.