Houston's Gulfton and Kashmere Gardens neighborhoods are set to receive $43.4 million for sidewalk improvements through a federal grant and city resilience program.

Houston's Westheimer Road will undergo improvements centered on public safety and better infrastructure, helmed by Mayor Whitmire and METRO, with efforts beginning in April 2024.

Houston's City Controller Chris Hollins halts a $150 million vote on George Bush Intercontinental Airport's Terminal B overhaul, mirroring his predecessor's caution.

Houston City Council will vote on the Terminal B expansion at George Bush Intercontinental Airport, part of a $2.55 billion project led by United Airlines to boost capacity and jobs.

Galveston is expanding its port facilities with a $142 million upgrade and striking deals with cruise lines, expecting to increase traffic and become the eighth largest cruise port globally.

Houston considers extending a civility ordinance to Riverside Terrace to address crime and homelessness, banning sidewalk sitting/lying between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m.

Houston faces public transit issues with delays in Metro's new autonomous shuttle and University of Houston students struggling with shuttle permit scarcity.

Pearland ISD proposes a $105 million bond for infrastructure and technology upgrades, with voting set for May. Tax rates will remain unchanged if approved.

Shenandoah secures $400,000 for right-of-way acquisitions, part of a larger $3.5 million I-45 and Research Forest Drive overhaul, with additional funding from a $60 million toll fund.

The new TV show "Lone Star Muscle" features Vinnie Tortorella restoring classic cars on CW39, starting from February 3, with episodes airing into 2024.

Galveston will see cruise business expansion with a new $100 million terminal in 2025, in partnership with MSC Cruises, expected to generate significant economic benefits.

Recently installed concrete barriers on Houston Avenue are being removed due to concerns over traffic flow and emergency access, despite initial intentions for pedestrian safety.

A FedEx truck caught fire on Grand Parkway in Harris County, causing a shutdown of northbound lanes and a cleanup that lasted several hours before reopening.