The EPA has ordered remediation to begin at the northern San Jacinto River waste pits near Baytown, setting deadlines, potential fines and a multi‑million‑dollar cleanup price tag. Community groups call the move a long‑awaited but closely watched victory.

Gov. Abbott amended the state's disaster declaration to add Victoria and Calhoun counties after coastal storms. Officials want residents to report damage through iSTAT.

Harris County crews have begun removing volunteer-built ramps and jumps from Cypresswood and Cypress Creek as flood-control projects proceed, prompting anger from riders and new talks with GHORBA.

Houston robbery detectives released stills after an April 17 carjacking on Sunflower St. Crime Stoppers is offering up to $5,000 for tips leading to an arrest.

Layne's Chicken Fingers is opening its first downtown Houston outpost at 609 Main with a soft opening May 7 and a grand opening Monday featuring freebies for early guests.

Authorities have identified 36‑year‑old David Schumaker in an indecent‑exposure incident at Mike Driscoll Park and say a warrant is out for his arrest. Precinct 5 has increased patrols and asks anyone with information to contact investigators.

Cloudy and muggy Thursday with a high near 77°F. Heavy showers and a flash‑flood risk arrive Friday–Saturday; expect slick roads and event impacts.

Oscar Mireles' victory in Galena Park quickly sparked a standoff at City Hall, with allegations against outgoing Mayor Esmeralda Moya and reports of equipment removed. Residents are urging state oversight as Mireles promises an audit.

A suspect was taken into custody after a man was shot multiple times during an aggravated robbery on Kuykendahl Road. Deputies say the suspect was found with a recently fired handgun and property belonging to the victim.

A late-night shootout at a north Harris County apartment complex injured a woman; witnesses say suspects fled in multiple vehicles and remain at large.

Houston police are investigating a Wednesday-afternoon stabbing in Sunnyside that left at least one person dead; authorities have not released a motive or identity.

Constellation’s Pin Oak Creek peaker in Freestone County is the first natural gas plant funded by Texas’ $10B Energy Fund, adding 460 MW amid scrutiny of the program.

A Houston architect has bought Levant Luxury's newly built Bayou Woods spec mansion at 9010 Memorial Drive; the developer had been asking $10.5M and a final price hasn't been disclosed.