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....
Parks News
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!
Recreation Center Closed August 12-16 for Maintenance
The Recreation Center will be closed August 12-16 for scheduled maintenance & repairs.
Colonial Park Pool Hours
It's almost time for Colonial Park Pool to open! Purchase your 2026 membership now and join the fun!
Harris County sets aside $2.5M for DA’s independent probe into ICE shooting that killed Lorenzo Salgado Araujo
Harris County leaders on Thursday unanimously passed a measure to set aside $2.5 million over three years to support District Attorney Sean Teare’s independent investigation into the shooting death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo during an ICE operation in Magnolia Park last month. Sal...
Party on the Patio
Party on the Patio is back! Join us on the west end of Colonial Park for this Friday from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM!
Harris County deputies investigating apparent murder-suicide of married couple at Cypress home
Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies are investigating what appears to be a murder-suicide at a home in the 13000 block of Campos Drive in the Cypress area. HCSO Sgt. Mike Ritchie said deputies responded to the residence earlier in the morning after a man called 911 and report...
Tomball Parkway closed after overpass struck near Grant Road
All southbound lanes of Tomball Parkway are shut down near Grant Road after a vehicle hit an overpass and sent concrete debris onto the roadway, according to Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office. Deputies are on scene in the 20500 block assisting with traffic and safety co...
Into the Water Cycle Camp
Register now! Into the Water Cycle is a free, five-day camp hosted at Bellaire City Library.
Register for Fall Camp Paseo!
Fall camp registration is open for residents and non-residents.
The Competition pool and Diving pool are closed at BTSFAC.
Deputies investigating woman’s death outside trailer in northwest Harris County
Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies are investigating after a woman was found unresponsive outside a trailer in northwest Harris County early Saturday.Deputies said EMS was called to the 1100 block of Blue Bell Road at about 3 a.m. HCSO said deputies arrived around 3:11 a.m.P...
Woman sentenced to 3 years after posing as Camp Mystic victim's father, asking for donations, Pct. 1 says
Court documents state that Maitlin Page White, 28, was charged with two felony counts of online impersonation in Harris County.
July is Parks & Recreation Month!
Your guide to celebrating Park and Recreation Month in West U!
Harris County attorney launches legal effort to close Hawthorn Park landfill after decades of community complaints
A northwest Harris County community that has spent years fighting to close a nearby landfill could be one step closer to seeing it shut down.Harris County Attorney Abbie Kamin announced Monday that her office has filed a Notice of Intent to Sue to move the Hawthorn Park Recycling...
Harris County DA vows full investigation into fatal ICE shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo
Six days after an ICE agent shot and killed Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston’s Magnolia Park neighborhood, Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare said federal authorities still haven’t been fully transparency or answered questions about what happened.The Harris County Distri...
Help Shape the Future of Bellaire Parks with the Parks Master Plan Survey!
The City of Bellaire is updating its Parks Master Plan, and we need your input!
2 people injured in shooting at parking lot takeover in northeast Harris County, HCSO says
According to deputies, an altercation occurred before the shooting, which left two people injured early Friday morning.
Family’s GPS tracker leads to son’s body; 19-year-old shot while driving in west Harris County
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a 19-year-old man was shot and killed while driving on the Grand Parkway near FM 529 early Friday morning.A 19-year-old man was shot and killed while driving on the Grand Parkway in west Harris County Friday morning, accor...
2 people shot during parking lot takeover near Eastex Freeway and Little York
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after two people were shot during a parking lot takeover in northeast Harris County early Friday morning.Deputies were called around 1:25 a.m. Friday to the area of Eastex Freeway and Little York Road after reports of a shooting...
Houston Methodist employee who survived stabbing attack inside Texas Medical Center parking garage sues TMC
Baleigh Burmaster, the Houston Methodist veterinary technician who was a victim of a violent attack inside a parking garage, has filed a lawsuit against TMC....
Suspect in custody after taking car with 3 young girls inside in N. Harris County, HCSO says
HCSO said the mother parked, went inside the gas station, and left the car running with her 1-, 3-, and 10-year-old still inside before the suspect took off....
5-year-old dies after being pulled from apartment pool in northwest Harris County, deputies say
A child died after being found unresponsive in an apartment complex pool in northwest Harris County on July 4, authorities said. Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies on scene identified the child as 5 years old.HCSO deputies were called to a life-in-danger situation at the Cor...
HCSO: Man shot and killed after allegedly trying to run over another man during bar fight in NE Harris County
A 34-year-old man was killed early Friday in a shooting outside a bar in northeast Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies were called around 2:15 a.m. to the 8200 block of C.E. King Parkway on an in-progress call. When they arrived, deputies found...
Free Harris County splash pads open earlier as dangerous heat grips Houston
With Houston’s heat index pushing into triple digits, Harris County Precinct 4 is giving families a cooler option -- and more time to use it.Starting July 3, splash pads across Precinct 4 parks will open two hours earlier than usual, welcoming visitors at 8 a.m. The free splash p...
Man charged with murder after repairman found dead inside vacant Atascocita home
Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies were called to Crathie Drive in Atascocita around 10:45 p.m. Thursday night after neighbors reported a repairman’s truck parked outside a residence.Investigators say 31-year-old Christopher Walsh went to the house earlier in the day for rep...
Houston healthcare worker sues Texas Medical Center over alleged security failures in parking garage attack
A Houston healthcare worker is suing the Texas Medical Center, alleging a violent attack inside a public parking garage was the result of serious and preventable security failures. The lawsuit claims the incident in Parking Garage 1 was foreseeable and that basic safety measures ...
Independence Day: Bike Parade and Pool Party
Celebrate Independence Day in West U at the annual bike parade and pool party!
Toddler dies after being found unresponsive in swimming pool in northeast Harris Co., HCSO says
A 2-year-old boy was found unresponsive in a swimming pool and later pronounced dead in northeast Harris County, the sheriff's office said.
Toddler dies after being found unresponsive in swimming pool in Huffman area, HCSO says
A toddler has died after being found unresponsive in a swimming pool in the Huffman area, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies responded to the 500 block of Lago Trace Drive after receiving a report of an unresponsive toddler in a swimming pool at around 6:10 ...
Modified Rules at Wier and Judson Park
Starting on Monday, June 22, a trial will begin for new rules: soft pickleball paddles/balls required 8–10 p.m. & no amplified music anytime.
Pool Closure & Expected Parking Delays on June 23
Please be advised parking will be limited around Bellaire Town Square on June 23. The Bellaire Town Square Family Aquatic Center will also be closed to the public for a swim meet....
Bellaire Family Aquatic Center Closed June 8
The Bellaire Town Square Family Aquatic Center will be closed Monday, June 8, for the Bellaire Barracudas swim meet.
Rec Center Pool: Piranhas Swim Team Schedule
Starting Monday, June 8, the Piranhas swim team will hold practices at the Rec Center pool, resulting in modified hours.
Houston-area man accused of selling fake accessible parking placards online
Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen warned that those caught using illegitimate placards can face misdemeanor charges, which could carry a fine and jail time....
Father who fought for justice in daughter’s unsolved 2019 murder honored at Harris County memorial
A man who spent years fighting for justice in his daughter’s unsolved murder was honored at a memorial in Harris County.Bob Nuelle, the father of Liz Barraza, was remembered Friday night at Burroughs Park, where a tree and bench have served as a memorial for his daughter since he...
Harris County completes Hill at Sims Regional Park, Sunnyside's first new greenspace in 50 years
Harris County completes Hill at Sims, Sunnyside's first new park in 50 years. The 100-acre greenspace offers trails, flood resilience, and free public access....
Basketball Coming to the Rec Center
West U Parks & Rec is excited to announce that basketball will be available at the Rec Center beginning on Monday, June 1, on a trial basis in the racquetball court! This pilot program will run through Wednesday, September 30....
Evergreen and Therapy Pool Closure May 27-28
The Evergreen and Therapy Pool will be closed after 1 pm May 27 through May 28. There will also be no lap swimming at Bellaire Family Aquatic Center on May 27 and 28....
Therapy Pool and Lap Swimming Updates - May 27 and 28
The Therapy Pool will be closed May 27 (all day) and May 28 (morning only). There will be no lap swimming at Evergreen Pool or Bellaire Family Aquatic Center on May 27 and 28....
BTSFAC open 1pm-6 pm this Memorial Day!
Bellaire Town Square Family Aquatic Center will be open 1 pm- 6 pm on Memorial Day.
City Office Closures for Memorial Day
City offices and the Recreation Center will be closed in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 25. Please view more to see the modified collection schedule....
New court details reveal how Houston Methodist employee escaped attack in Texas Medical Center garage
The man accused of attacking and stabbing a nurse inside a parking garage at the Texas Medical Center appeared in court Monday as prosecutors revealed new details about the assault....
Recreation Center Closed Memorial Day
The Recreation Center will be closed Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day.
Massive crowds force closure at Houston Galleria Swatch store during luxury watch launch
The launch of the Swatch x Audemars Piguet collection sparked massive crowds, leading to the closure of stores, including Houston's Galleria, for safety reasons....
New information: Man accused of using zip ties on Texas Medical Center worker he allegedly stabbed
A man faces charges of aggravated robbery and aggravated kidnapping after a woman was attacked in a Texas Medical Center parking garage earlier this week....
This is the man believed to have stabbed and robbed a woman in a Texas Medical Center parking garage
A day after the brazen attack, authorities released a photo of the man they believe is responsible for attacking a woman in a Texas Medical Center parking garage....
South Side of Evergreen Park Closed
The south side of Evergreen Park is currently closed for a maintenance project.
