Houston officials warn of severe cold, urge precautions for family, neighbors, the unhoused, pets, pipes, and plants, with warming centers open and safety tips offered.

The Texas Supreme Court denies AG Ken Paxton's request to avoid deposition in a whistleblower lawsuit involving his alleged retaliation against former deputies.

Houston prepares for its 46th annual MLK Day parade with marching bands, floats, and a theme of brotherly love, featuring high-profile participants like Benjamin Crump.

The Texas Historical Commission has named Edward Lengel as the new head honcho, as the institution waves goodbye to its former executive direc...

Houston faces a surge in water leak complaints, with over 44,000 reports in 2023, and Public Works struggles to address the issue exacerbated by drought conditions and high demand.

Harris County's new 'Uplift Harris' program will provide $500 monthly to select low-income families, but excludes undocumented immigrants due to federal funding restrictions.

Harris County officials are tackling a sexual assault case backlog that has resulted in only 60 convictions out of over 2,200 reports. They admit to severe resource shortages and call for more support to improve victim advocacy and justice processes.

Marc Smith has been approved as the new superintendent of Fort Bend Independent School District with a $410K contract, following Christie Whitbeck's departure.

Douglas A. Williams, Jr. is appointed as the new FBI chief for the Houston division, succeeding the previous agent who moved to New York. Williams has a background in various crime-fighting roles.

John Whitmire is sworn in as Houston's 63rd mayor, promising to enhance public safety, infrastructure, and city services, while retaining key officials from the previous administration.

Governor Greg Abbott's push for school voucher legislation in Texas faces internal GOP opposition, resulting in setbacks that question his leadership and legislative strategy.

Houston's Mayor John Whitmire and City Controller Chris Hollins begin collaborations to address the city's financial challenges, aiming for fiscal sustainability.

Melissa Dubowski has been appointed as interim Finance Director of Houston by Mayor John Whitmire, marking a strategic move in the city's fiscal management approach.