Houston faces a Heat Advisory with temperatures near 98°F and a risk of isolated severe thunderstorms in the High Plains. Safety precautions are urged.

David Gow is named as the new president and CEO of the Center for Houston’s Future, replacing Brett Perlman and aiming to lead Vision 2050 for the city's development.

A vehicle hit a 15-year-old cyclist in Harris County; deputies responded and an investigation is ongoing. No word on the teen’s condition or driver charges.

Law enforcement arrested Elston Barnes, on active warrants for crimes against the elderly, after his involvement in a minor car collision on Louetta Road in Harris County.

Officers apprehended Tivon Thompson and a minor in possession of marijuana and firearms, with Thompson also having a prohibited automatic weapon, following a report of suspicious activity.

Deputies arrested three suspects for vehicle burglary and theft in Harris County after a chase involving K9 officer support and HPD Air Support. The stolen property was recovered and returned.

A man died in a house fire in southeast Houston, confirmed by Sheriff Ed Gonzalez. The incident is under investigation, and traffic was affected during the emergency response.

Houston police are investigating after a man's body was found with possible stab or gunshot wounds at 9051 Triola Lane, with no suspects or witnesses yet identified.

A guilty plea was entered by a former Houston postal worker for theft of mail, including cash and gift cards, facing up to five years in federal prison.

Houston-area cities are challenging CenterPoint Energy's rate hike withdrawal, alleging the utility is overcharging by $100 million yearly and demanding rate reductions instead.

A man died after falling onto the tracks and being hit by a METRORail train in the Texas Medical Center area; METRO police are investigating the incident.

Houston ISD is addressing unkempt school conditions, including overgrown grass and storm debris, ahead of the new school year on August 12, amid community concerns and volunteer efforts.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has ordered public hospitals to collect patients' immigration status, citing costs from President Biden's immigration policies; the Texas Hospital Association is reviewing this new requirement.