The answer was, yes, the forecast rain did materialize near Houston
In brief: Heavy rain has led to a number of flood watches, warnings, and advisories near Houston today. Rain is expected to slowly wind down after sunset. Apologies for the later than hoped for post. Eric and I have both been engaged in other obligations today. So far today, some...
Cash on the Table as South Loop Slaying Haunts Houston
Nearly three years after a deadly shooting on the southwest side, a high-traffic stretch of the South Loop is still carrying the weight of an unsolved killing. The victim, identified by community tip groups as 32-year-old Effani Chiedu Alexander, was found shot in the driver’s seat of a vehicle on the night of April 20, 2023, near the South Loop West...
Oil spill contained at PEMEX Deer Park at Houston Ship Channel
In a statement, PEMEX said the spill has been contained, and cleanup operations are expected to continue over the next few days.
Houston homeowners question HOA fees, transparency in Third Ward community
"Behind Closed Doors" is a Chron series examining housing horror stories in the Houston area.
Passing drivers capture videos of car engulfed in flames on Interstate 610
A vehicle fire caused disruptions along one of Houston’s busiest corridors Sunday afternoon. According to authorities, a car burst into flames on the westbound side of Interstate 610 at Memorial Drive, prompting a swift response from the Houston Fire Department. Videos of the fire were posted to Facebook after...
Severe storms could hit North Texas, while heat is on near Houston
Summer is inching closer, though spring rain is possible.
These U.S. cities have the heaviest traffic, according to data
Getting stuck in a gridlock is a shared American ritual that nobody actually signed up for. If you are white-knuckling the steering wheel or trying...
🎁 Freebies Up for Grabs in Baytown — Pets, Printer & More
Looking for something useful or heartwarming around Baytown? Here are a few free items and giveaways from your neighbors — from a working printer to a loving dog who needs a new home.
Watch the moment LyondellBasell implodes two inactive coker units at Houston refinery
HOUSTON – If you heard a loud boom near the Houston Ship Channel on Sunday morning, then you probably heard the sound of the planned implosion at the LyondellBasell Houston Refinery. The chemical company says it carried out a controlled demolition of two inactive coker units at the refinery,...
Houston weather: Scattered rain continue Sunday
HOUSTON - Rain chances stay in the forecast for the end of the weekend, but this is not a washout. Look for showers and storms to wind down as we head towards sunset with partly cloudy and muggy conditions lasting through the night. Clouds will increase overnight and temperatures remain mild.
