Abandoned land drives dangerous heat in Houston, researchers find
On a scorching Texas afternoon, some Houston neighborhoods heat up far faster than others. New research from Texas A&M University shows vacant and abandoned land is a big reason why. A new study led by Dr. Dingding Ren, a lecturer in the Department of Landscape Architecture and Urban Planning, finds...
Homeless man kidnapped Houston high school student after injecting him with unknown substance, court...
HOUSTON — A homeless man with a long criminal history is in custody after a scary incident near a north Houston School. According to court documents, Ted Fleming abducted a student after injecting him with an unknown substance. Fleming, 41, was arrested and charged with kidnapping after the October...
Urgent warning issued to Houston before the 2026 FIFA World Cup
HOUSTON — Houston has long carried the grim title of being the sex trafficking capital of the United States, and community leaders warn the problem could get worse when the world’s attention turns to the city for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. On Monday, city leaders, faith groups,...
Houston ISD board will consider terminating teacher union leader at upcoming meeting
Michelle Williams was assigned to home duty in August.
Northbound lanes reopen on Southwest Freeway at Weslayan Street following 3-vehicle crash
HOUSTON – The main northbound lanes on the Southwest Freeway at Weslayan Street have reopened after a three-vehicle crash, according to Houston TranStar. The multi-vehicle crash was reported at 4:39 p.m. Houston TranStar cameras showed emergency crews at the scene and one lane open for traffic to squeeze through.
The Most Dangerous Hours For Driving In Texas
Every 57 seconds, someone’s world changes on Texas roads. Let’s take a closer look at the numbers that tell a sobering story.
The Chicken And Dumplings At This Unassuming Cafe In Texas Are Out-Of-This-World Delicious
In the heart of Tomball, Texas, there exists a culinary time machine disguised as a modest gray building with a simple brick facade – Mel’s Country Cafe, where comfort food isn’t just served, it’s elevated to an art form without any of the pretension. You’ve probably...
Houston man accused of pointing rifle at young children, fiancée claims video shows otherwise
Court records allege Jackson pointed a rifle at a 1-year-old and a 4-year-old. The man's fiancée says doorbell video proves the accusations are wrong.
East Downtown ‘Superhub’ for homeless proposed by Houston Housing Department
Some community members are already opposed to the facility. The housing department described it as “a place of refuge for people with no other places to go.” The housing department plans to pursue a city council vote for the purchase on Oct. 15. The city of Houston's housing...
Man shot and killed by HPD officers after firing AR-15 rifle in north Houston
HOUSTON (KIAH) — A man was shot and killed by police officers after he shot several rounds from an AR-15 rifle at his home in north Houston on Sunday. Houston assistant police chief Yasser Bashir said that officers were called to the 5800 block of Hartwick Road around 8 a.m. Sunday after a call of someone […]
