Houston Bans Scooter Rentals at Night
Houston city council has banned the rental of micromobility devices — including electric and footpowered scooters from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. across the city. As reported by Dominic Anthony Walsh for Houston Public Media, Houston Mayor John Whitmire argued that scooters represent "one of our number one security risks in...
Major gaps found in mental-health care access in Houston’s low-income areas
A new study found that Houston's most economically distressed ZIP codes have the fewest licensed mental-health providers, creating wide disparities in access to care across the region.
Man dead after opening fire at the same time as officer near underpass in...
HPD said the man had a gun to his head and pulled the trigger at the same time as one of the officers who intercepted him at the underpass of West Hardy Road.
4 Houston firefighters hospitalized after big rig slams into their engine
The firefighters were blocking a freeway entrance with their engine.
Texas City Named the Best Place in America for Veterans
Looking for the best city for veterans in 2025? A new study says it’s right here in Texas — find out which one.
Houston Man Dead After Getting Trapped In Clothes Donation Box
A man in Houston, Texas, lost his life after getting stuck inside a donation box shortly before the Thanksgiving holiday. Emergency responders arrived at the scene within a few minutes but were unable to save him in time. Officials have since shared what they believe about the man and what led to him being trapped....
Houston Resident Spots Terrified Little Dog Clinging Desperately To Reeds In Flooded Bayou
A passerby spotted a tiny puppy struggling to keep his head above water in a flooded bayou in Houston, Texas. The rain had been relentless, and the current strong. Right in the midst of the chaos was Eddy, a soaked, shivering little pup fighting to survive. His body was drenched,...
Park party turned deadly shooting leaves boy dead, girl injured in southeast Houston: HPD
A boy was killed, and a girl was injured during a large gathering at Cloverland Park in southeast Houston on Saturday night, according to HPD.
Sleeping through danger: Overnight severe weather risk in Houston
Houston could see a low but significant chance of strong-to-severe storms tonight into Sunday morning as a strong front moves through the area. The main line of storms is expected between 10 p.m. Saturday and 5 a.m. Sunday — when most residents will be asleep. 11 p.m. update: Storms...
Houston’s Frenchy’s Chicken Sets Sights on Nationwide Expansion with Plans for 500 New Stores
Frenchy's Chicken, a well-known Houston-based fried chicken chain, announced plans to open 500 new locations across the United States over the next ten years. According to Chron, the expansion has already begun with new stores in Port Arthur and Rosharon, Texas, marking the brand's growth beyond its regional market....
