Employee Spotlight: Meet Leslie Ramirez
Meet Leslie Ramirez, Assistant Court Clerk
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2026 West U Halloween Dash & Kids Fun Run
It's our 15th Anniversary! Please join us on October 31, for the only race in beautiful West U. Come dressed as your favorite ghoul or goblin.
The Great Pumpkin Hunt
Get spooky and grab candy at the Great Pumpkin Hunt
Poor Farm Ditch Project: September Update
An update on work completed in September and planned for October.
Party at the Pavilion Rescheduled for October 23
Because of the potential for bad weather, tonight's concert, Mango Punch, has moved to Oct 23. We made this decision as a precaution. Our priority is the safety of our patrons....
CenterPoint Energy Gas Meter Exchange Program
West U residents may receive notice from CenterPoint about its Gas Meter Exchange Program, where technicians will replace existing natural gas meters with enhanced meters....
Biannual Recycling Event
The Biannual Recycling Event will be held on Saturday, November 7, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Public Works Facility, located at 3826 Milton Street.
Adopted Budget FY2027
The FY2027 Budget for the Fiscal Year ending on September 31, 2027 was adopted on Monday, September 21, 2026.
City Logo Project - Feedback Wanted
We’re moving into the next phase of the City Logo Project. We are asking for more feedback on these concepts.
Trill Burgers opens 4th Houston location on Westheimer with late-night drive-thru
Trill Burgers, the Houston-born burger concept co-founded by rapper and entrepreneur Bun B, is opening its fourth Houston-area location Friday at 7616 Westheimer Road — just west of the Galleria. The new spot marks a milestone for the brand: it’s the first Trill Burgers location ...
West U approves funding for study to review city options for Rice Village development
West University Place officials approved funding for a study of the city’s eastern boundary as plans for Rice Village development proceed.
Federal charges filed in Houston Methodist employee stabbing, FBI Houston says
A man has been federally charged in connection with a stabbing that left a Houston Methodist employee injured inside a Texas Medical Center garage, according to FBI Houston....
Half-Court Open-Play September 17-18
Open play pickleball & basketball will be limited to half-court play only on Thursday, 9/17, and Friday, 9/18.
Sidewalk Replacement Project
The City's contractor has completed sidewalk repairs between the 4200 and 3800 blocks and is now addressing sidewalks in the 3700 blocks of Albans Road to University Boulevard....
'There's people suffering': Southwest Houston townhomes without power nearly 40 hours
A complex in southwest Houston was without power for nearly two days, and some residents who spoke to ABC13 said they had to stand outside to get relief from the heat....
1 hurt after shooting at Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, HPD says
A person was hurt after a shooting at Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center on Saturday night, according to HPD.
Employee Spotlight: Meet Marcus McNeil
Marcus McNeil, Equipment Operator II, is a vital member of our Public Works Utilities team. He routinely takes on leadership roles in the field, supporting critical water and wastewater main repairs, service line work, and hydrant and valve maintenance....
Poor Farm Ditch Project: August Update
An update on work completed in August and planned for September.
Poor Farm Ditch Project: July Update
The Flood Control District and its contractors anticipate construction of the first segment to begin in two weeks, weather permitting.
Tropical Storm Edouard
An update on Tropical Storm Edouard for residents of West University Place.
Winter Basketball Registration
Registration opens soon for our Winter Basketball season!
Utility Bill Payments Are Due
The City mailed postcards to utility customers who had an unpaid balance as of August 24.
Citizens Academy Registration
The City of West University Place is offering residents an opportunity to see, firsthand, how their city operates. Learn more about the Citizens Academy program! Online registration will begin on Wednesday, August 26, at 9 a.m....
Mosquito Spraying
Beginning on Wednesday, June 10, the City's third-party pest control service will begin once (1) a week mosquito spraying through the end of August. Inclement weather could postpone spraying....
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Beginning August 1, residents of West U can schedule a Household Hazardous Waste collection with Waste Management.
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....
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....
Play West U Fall 2026
The fall edition of the Play West U guide is now available online!
SW Houston and parts of Fort Bend get $500K EPA grant to test potentially contaminated properties
On Thursday, southwest Houston and parts of Fort Bend County received $500,000 from the Environmental Protection Agency that leaders hope will revitalize the area and clean up brownfields....
Notice of Proposed 2026 Property Tax Rate and Annual Budget
This notice concerns the Proposed 2026 Property Tax Rate and Proposed 2027 Budget for the City of West University Place.
Houston MRI technician says she was attacked while on the job at St. Joseph Medical Center
A Houston MRI technician says she has resigned from her job at St. Joseph Medical Center after she was allegedly attacked by a stranger inside a hospital stairwell, leaving her too afraid to return to work....
Utility Access Assistance
The city is providing two in-person sessions for residents to receive assistance in creating their Utility Access (UA) portal. These sessions will take place on Friday, August 7 and Wednesday, August 12....
‘Am I gonna do it or not?’: Videos in lawsuit appear to show Houston restaurateur before family killings
A new lawsuit filed by the parents of Thy Mitchell accuses her late husband, Matthew, of plotting the killings of her and her family. As evidence, the parents submitted dozens of videos they say were recorded inside their River Oaks home in the days before their deaths....
Employee Spotlight: Meet Alison Ford
Meet Alison Ford, Senior Human Resources Generalist.
Collision between METRORail and HFD vehicle near Texas Medical Center, MPD confirms; second incident this month
For the second time this month, an HFD vehicle and a METRORail train collided with one another. A person was taken to the hospital for evaluation, according to MPD....
Employee Spotlight: Meet Beth Jones
Meet Beth Jones, Assistant City Manager & City Engineer
Poor Farm Ditch North Maintenance
On Tuesday, July 21, the Flood Control District and its contractors will perform maintenance along the northern section of Poor Farm Ditch, between Robinhood St. and Nottingham St....
Disappearing Act: After failed calls, Houston woman calls 2 Helps You and gets backyard nuisance removed days later
For more than three months, Linia Lee had an unwanted visitor stretched across her backyard: a downed cable she says no one would remove.The southwest Houston homeowner, who has lived in her home for decades, said she had never dealt with anything like it.“This is my property, an...
Employee Spotlight: Meet Jim Harrison
Meet Jim Harrison, Assistant Director of Finance.
2 charged, nearly 3 years after man's body found in trunk of burning vehicle in southwest Houston
Nearly three years after a man’s body was found in the trunk of a burning vehicle in southwest Houston, two suspects are in custody and charged in connection to his death.The body of 41-year-old Adrean Arrington was found in the trunk of the vehicle in the 14500 block of Nelson S...
Mom shoots, kills her 2 children before turning gun on herself in SW Houston hotel, authorities say
According to authorities, the woman shot and killed her two children, who were both 4 years old, before turning the gun on herself at a southwest Houston hotel....
Thousands of FIFA fans expected at World Cup Fan Walks, causing street closures near NRG Stadium
If you’re planning to visit downtown Houston on Saturday morning, be prepared for traffic delays as several streets will be closed for two World Cup Fan Walks.The fan walks will affect traffic near Houston Stadium (NRG Stadium) and south of the Texas Medical Center from 8 a.m. to...
Houston Methodist employee who was stabbed in garage sues Texas Medical Center for alleged security shortfalls
The lawsuit seeks $1 million in damages for past and future medical expenses, physical pain, suffering, mental anguish, lost wages, attorney’s fees and more....
City Offices Closed for Independence Day
City offices will be closed in observance of Independence Day on Friday, July 3. Please view the updated holiday trash schedule.
Connect with CenterPoint Energy
The city is hosting an in-person event on Wednesday, June 24, with CenterPoint Energy for residents to meet their leaders and learn about their work in West U....
Modified hours June 20
The BTSFAC will close at 7:00 pm on Saturday, June 20.
Party on the Patio Concert Series
The Party on the Patio Concert for June 19 as been canceled.
Woman killed, man critically injured in southwest Houston shooting, HPD says
A woman is dead, and a man was rushed to the hospital with critical injuries after a shooting in southwest Houston, according to HPD.
Employee Spotlight: Meet Jorge Aguirre
Meet Jorge Aguirre, Director of Information Technology.
Milton Street Water Line Project
The Milton Street Water Line Project is nearing completion. Construction is expected to be substantially completed within approximately two weeks, weather permitting....
West U receives federal funding for pedestrian safety plan
West University Place officials received $250,000 from a federal program to conduct a pedestrian safety plan.
Kids Festival: Tot Takeover Saturday, July 18
It's a Tot Takeover! Saturday, July 18
Juneteenth Holiday: City Offices Closed and No Solid Waste Collection Services on Friday, June 19
City offices are closed on Juneteenth, and trash, recycling, and limbs/brush pick-up will be suspended on Friday, June 19, 2026.
Employee Spotlight: Meet Greg Bailey
Meet Greg Bailey, Chief Plant Operator. Greg plays an essential role in keeping our community safe and protecting our environment.
Burglary call leads to death investigation after person shot dead in Alief, HPD says
A suspect was killed, and another is on the run after a burglary attempt was thwarted by an altercation with an armed neighbor in southwest Houston, according to HPD....
East Side Drainage Improvement Project - Package Two
On Monday, Sept. 22, crews will begin replacing sections of roadway panels between the 3000 - 2800 blocks of Duke Street, weather permitting. This work will not require a complete closure of Duke Street; however, traffic control measures will be in place....
FIFA World Cup Traffic and Safety Reminder
The FIFA World Cup games begin this week, and we want to make you aware that traffic may be heavier than usual on game days. Please allow extra travel time and expect increased congestion on major roads and side streets before and after matches....
STAAR scores are out. Houston ISD posts strongest gains in Algebra I and English I
Scores for the statewide annual assessment, STAAR, were released Wednesday. Houston ISD’s scores largely mirror statewide trends.