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Whitt Johnson Basketball Court Resurfacing

On Monday, August 17, contractors will begin resurfacing the basketball courts at Whitt Johnson Park. The project is estimated to be completed within a week, weather permitting....

Investigation into Fatal Crash at 14300 Northwest Freeway

Houston police are investigating the fatal crash that occurred at 14300 Northwest Freeway (U.S. Highway 290) about 9:40 p.m. on Wednesday (August 12). The identity of the deceased male, 35, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Scien...

Management reacts, Judge orders Palms on Rolling Creek apartments to fix safety hazards after years of tenant complaints

A North Harris County apartment complex is under a court order to make safety improvements and keep tenants better informed, following years of complaints and legal action by the Harris County Attorney’s Office. The Palms on Rolling Creek Apartments, owned by Globix Palms Rolling...

Harris Co. files injunction against north Harris County apartment complex already facing lawsuits

A north Harris County apartment complex already facing legal action over alleged fire safety and sewage problems is now under a court injunction requiring management to address a series of health and safety concerns....

Former Pasadena officer avoids prosecution by surrendering license: HCDAO

ABC13 has confirmed through the Pasadena Police Department and Harris County District Attorney's Office that a now-former officer was able to avoid prosecution by turning in his peace officer license....

Fear of reporting crime raises public safety concerns among Houston immigrant community

Immigrant advocates and the Harris County District Attorney are warning that fear of immigration enforcement could make some undocumented crime victims and witnesses less likely to report crimes to police. Those concerns are renewed after Immigration and Customs Enforcement detai...

Wier Park Little Free Library

The Parks and Recreation Department is excited to share a new addition to the City's Little Free Library collection now available at Wier Park!

Harris County jury orders 3M to pay $61.5 million settlement after Watson Grinding explosion lawsuit

The explosion, which took place near a residential area in northwest Houston in 2020, killed three people and damaged hundreds of nearby homes and businesses....

Hello Houston (August 12, 2026)

Today: We discuss recent data on HPD’s cooperation with federal immigration agents, talk with Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, learn about Houston real estate expert Noel Collier’s new HGTV series, and much more....

HISD teacher says he ‘broke down’ after seniors struggled to read and write on second day of classes

An HISD teacher said he “literally broke down” in his classroom on the second day of the school year after, according to his account posted on social media, several senior students struggled to complete a short writing exercise. Darius Williams, who is listed in the Wheatley High...

As a new school year starts, Mike Miles defends controversial changes in Houston ISD

AI is moving into the classroom at some campuses in Texas’ largest school district, which also faces state- and federal-level investigations over its changes to special education services....

Investigation into Male’s Death at 2200 Nance Street

Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a male found in the 2200 block of Nance Street about 3:10 p.m. on August 11. The identity and cause of death of the male is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division ...

Judge orders safety fixes at Palms at Rolling Creek after years of resident complaints

A judge has ordered the owners of a north Harris County apartment complex to take immediate action on serious safety concerns — following years of complaints from residents about neglect and dangerous living conditions. Harris County Attorney Abbie Kamin’s Office sought the actio...

The week in politics (Aug. 12, 2026)

On Wednesday's show: We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup. And we reflect on the classic film "Casablanca" ahead of a screening at the River Oaks Theatre....

Jury awards Watson Grinding explosion survivors more than $61 million in latest verdict against 3M

A Harris County jury has awarded more than $61 million to survivors of the deadly 2020 Watson Grinding explosion, marking the latest multimillion-dollar verdict against 3M over the disaster....

Mother charged after 2-year-old daughter allegedly beaten by boyfriend, HCSO says

A woman has been arrested and charged in connection with her two-year-old daughter's beating days after her boyfriend was charged with the same crime, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office....

ICE arrests crime witness who helped Houston police identify shooting suspect

A man who called Houston Police to report a shooting was detained by federal immigration agents at the scene and the Harris County District Attorney is now speaking out. Houston Police say the incident happened around 9:30 a.m. Sunday outside a Home Depot off Bellaire Boulevard. ...

Self-proclaimed internet pranksters accused of terroristic threats in River Oaks

A trio of Houstonians who have been posting stunts on social media for years is facing new criminal charges after they allegedly entered the River Oaks Tower on Kirby....

HISD superintendent Miles pushes NES model despite controversy surrounding program

Students at Jefferson Elementary are two days into the new school year, and Houston Independent School District’s New Education System — known as the NES model — is already in full swing. Superintendent Mike Miles and the school’s principal are working to ensure teachers make eve...

Mother of 2-year-old brought unconscious to Spring gas station arrested, accused of failing to seek medical attention

The mother of a 2-year-old girl, who was brought unconscious to a Spring gas station and later rushed to a hospital, has been arrested and charged. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office says Jazmin Cisneros, 28, allegedly failed to seek medical attention after becoming aware that he...

Man charged with injuring a child after disturbance call leads to foot pursuit in northwest Harris County

Deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office arrested a man after a reported disturbance on Spring Shadows Drive in the Harvest Bend area of northwest Harris County. Investigators say the suspect, Oscar Vasquez, ran from the scene before deputies arrived. then was spotted in a ne...

Play West U Fall 2026

The fall edition of the Play West U guide is now available online!

Investigation into Male’s Death at 11800 Astoria Boulevard

Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a male found at 11800 Astoria Boulevard about 9:55 a.m. today (August 11). The identity and cause of death of the male is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Se...

Investigation into Male’s Death at 1200 North Eldridge Parkway

Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a male found in the 1200 block of North Eldridge Parkway about 6:10 p.m. on August 10. The identity and cause of death of the male is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide...

Investigation into Fatal Crash at 15100 Waterloo Drive

Houston police have learned a man injured in a crash in the 15100 block of Waterloo Drive about 3:55 a.m. on August 8 has died. The identity of the deceased male, 21, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crim...

Investigation into Female’s Death at 3900 North Freeway

Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a female found at 3900 North Freeway (North interstate Highway 45) about 11:35 a.m. on August 10. The identity and cause of death of the female is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences....

'We have paid our rent': Pregnant woman's husband says apartment management changed locks without warning

What started as a power outage at a North Harris County apartment complex spiraled into something far more alarming, a Harris County deputy was shocked while checking a breaker box, and an expecting couple was locked out of their own apartment without notice. KPRC 2 News reporter...

Harris County Pct. 4 says 15-year-old was arrested after woman was shot in Atascocita overnight

A woman is expected to be OK after she was shot, allegedly by a 15-year-old, in Atascocita, according to Precinct 4.

Parents charged with child abandonment after leaving 3 kids in home with trash, bugs, feces: Records

Two parents are facing child abandonment charges after the Harris County Sheriff's Office deputies said their three children were left inside their home with disgusting living conditions....

Suspects posing as utility workers steal cash, jewelry from Harris County home

Investigators are looking for two men who posed as utility workers to gain access and steal from a northwest Harris County home. The incident occurred on the evening of July 23 in the 5300 block of Spanish Oak Drive. The suspects told the homeowner they were responding to a repor...

Investigation into Deceased Male at 6300 Gulf Freeway

Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a male found at 6300 Gulf Freeway (South Interstate Highway 45) about 10:10 a.m. today (August 10). The identity and cause of death of the male is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences....

Hello Houston (August 10, 2026)

Today: We discuss Rice University’s expanded financial aid program, talk with extreme weather and disaster scientist “Hurricane Hal,” break down new changes at Houston ISD for the 2026 – 27 school year, and more....

Household Hazardous Waste Collection

Beginning August 1, residents of West U can schedule a Household Hazardous Waste collection with Waste Management.

Harris County deputy shocked while checking breaker box at apartment complex dealing with no power

A Harris County deputy received an electric shock while checking a breaker box at an apartment complex dealing with a power outage. The sheriff’s office said it happened in the 17100 block of Rolling Creek Drive. Deputies responded to a call for service at the complex after a res...

Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 8001 Mesa Drive

Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a male and wounding of female that occurred at 8001 Mesa Drive about 5:25 p.m. on Saturday (Aug. 8). The identity of the deceased male, 24, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic ...

What to know about HISD's cell phone policy as students return to class

You may have heard of the "No Personal Communication Device" rule. Here's what Houston ISD parents need to know as students head back to class.

Back to school at HISD (Aug. 10, 2026)

On Monday's show: We discuss the first day of school at HISD and other education developments, including how changes in special education at the district might affect parents and students....

Enrollment decline, lunch cuts, bus routes: Houston ISD begins school year with new changes

More than 160,000 students are expected to return to HISD classrooms as the new school year begins, but the district is starting the year with fewer students and less funding....

Truck crashes into business in northwest Harris County

Precinct 4 constable deputies are investigation crash on Huffmeister Road in the Cypress area off the Northwest Freeway. According to a picture posted by Constable Mark Herman’s Office, a pickup crashed into the U Wash laundromat. The pickup did not go into the building but there...

Friendswood school teacher arrested on child sexual abuse charge

A teacher in Friendswood has been arrested and charged in connection with allegations of continuous sexual abuse of a child, according to police. The Friendswood Police Department said 32-year-old Lewis Stott was taken into custody around 6:16 p.m. Aug. 7 on a Harris County warra...

Man appears in court, charged with hitting toddler multiple times in Harris County

29-year-old Gerardo Gonzalez made his first appearance before a judge after being arrested and charged with injury to a child - serious bodily injury.

A new mural on Bellaire Boulevard is meant to feel like a seat at the table for everyone in Houston

A colorful new mural now anchors a busy stretch of Bellaire Boulevard in Southwest Houston, created through a three-week collaboration between six visiting artists from Taiwan and Houston street-art pioneer GONZO247. “I don’t think I could have asked for a better birthday gift th...

Some elected officials getting big raises as Harris County faces possible property tax hike

At a time when Harris County homeowners could soon be paying hundreds more in property taxes, elected officials are weighing a pay bump that could increase their salary by more than $100,000....

Toddler fighting for her life after allegedly being struck multiple times by mom's boyfriend: HCSO

A 2-year-old girl is critically hurt in the hospital after allegedly sustaining life-threatening injuries at the hands of her mother's boyfriend, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office....

Mother’s boyfriend arrested after bringing unconscious 2-year-old to Spring gas station

A 29-year-old man has been arrested and charged nearly 24 hours after an unconscious 2-year-old girl was brought to a Spring gas station. Gerardo Gonzalez, 29, is charged with injury to a child while the young girl continues fighting for her life, according to Harris County Sheri...

HISD parent guide: Tools, safety tips, resources for new school year

Houston Independent School District, the largest school district in Texas, wants parents to be equipped with the right tools heading into the new school year. From communication apps to bus registration, here’s what families need to know. Stay connected with ParentSquare, Connect...

Condit Elementary School Temporary Traffic Pick-Up Plan

Beginning Monday, August 10, Condit Elementary will implement a temporary traffic pick-up plan due to the City of Bellaire’s waterline project on S. Rice Avenue...

Current Construction Projects in Bellaire

Bellaire is moving forward with construction projects. Find out more about your tax dollars at work.

Houston ISD launches SMARTtag to boost bus safety

Houston ISD is launching a new tool this school year to help parents stay connected with students who ride the bus. It’s called SMARTtag. HISD says all students who are registered to use any of the district’s transportation services will get a special SMARTtag badge. They will sc...

Employee Spotlight: Meet Jessica Lerma

Houston moms lose first round in fight over Ten Commandments in Texas classrooms

A Harris County judge on Friday declined to issue an emergency order blocking Texas’ new requirement that public school classrooms display the Ten Commandments , keeping the law in place for now as a lawsuit filed by three Houston-area mothers moves toward a preliminary injunctio...

2ND UPDATE: Suspect Charged, Arrested in Fatal Shooting at 8700 Blackhawk Ridge Lane

Charges have been filed against a suspect arrested in the fatal shooting of a male in the 8700 block of Blackhawk Ridge Lane about 3:55 p.m. on May 7. The juvenile male suspect, 16, was referred to the Harris County Juvenile Probation Authorities on a charge of aggravated robbery...

Harris County constables will make $305,000 next year, a 129% increase since 2024

It comes a year after some commissioners -- previously titled the 'GOP 3' by Hidalgo -- championed a law enforcement pay parity initiative that raised constable salaries by 62% from the previous year and exacerbated a multi-million dollar budget deficit....

Crosby ISD ends partnership with East Harris County nonprofit, Muslim humanitarian agency

The district’s statement also said that the council’s partner organization, Islamic Relief USA, would no longer be allowed to donate or volunteer at the event....

Man dies after collapsing inside Harris County processing center, officials say

A man in Harris County Jail custody died Wednesday after collapsing inside the Harris County Joint Processing Center, according to officials. Karlos Butler, 49, was pronounced dead at 4:11 p.m. Aug. 5, at St. Joseph Hospital, authorities said. Officials said Butler collapsed for ...

Investigation into Fatal Crash at 1700 Collingsworth Street

Houston police are investigating the fatal auto-pedestrian crash that occurred at 1700 Collingsworth Street about 9:40 a.m. today (Aug. 7). The identity of the deceased female is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehic...

Recreation Center Closed August 12-16 for Maintenance

The Recreation Center will be closed August 12-16 for scheduled maintenance & repairs.

Investigation underway after child found unresponsive at gas station in Spring

Authorities are investigating after a child under the age of 5 was found unresponsive Thursday night in Spring, prompting detectives to investigate the family’s home for possible foul play. According to the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office, the incident began around 8:...

New eligibility requirements force district to cancel free lunches at 33 schools, HISD says

With fewer students on SNAP, HISD announced this summer that they are forced to stop automatic free lunch at 33 campuses.

Harris County commissioner warns homeowners could soon see a large property tax increase

Commissioners voted to increase pay for several Harris County leadership roles and raise constable pay to over $300,000. Data shows constable pay has increased by more than 120% since 2024....