Houston To Host Event To Combat Homelessness

The homeless face an 86 percent higher diagnosis rate for general health issues and a 436 percent higher rate for mental health issues.

Marissa Aho Tapped For Houston's Chief Resilience Officer

As chief resilience officer, Aho will oversee the development and implementation of a comprehensive Resilience Strategy for the city.

Proposed Immigrant Shelter To House Children 16 And Up

Since spring 2018, Southwest Key has sought license to house unaccompanied minors separated from parents or guardians by U.S. Border Patrol.

Houston Ranked Among Most Culturally Diverse American Cities

Houston was the only Texas city to crack the top 35.

Houston Finances Earn 'D' Grade

A new report on the financial condition of the 75 most populous cities ranks Houston no. 58 in the nation for fiscal health.

Criminal Court Judge Cassandra Holleman Dies At 57

Criminal Court Judge Cassandra Holleman, who was one of 19 African American women win during a massive Democratic sweep. died Monday at 57.

City, Nonprofit Team Up To Help Furloughed Federal Workers

Furloughed federal employees who need help can apply for a $100 voucher and obtain information about organizations that provide help.

Houston And Harris County Offices Closed On MLK Day

In observance of MLK Jr's birthday, state and local offices in Houston and Harris County will be closed on Monday.

Houston Native Among Victims In Nairobi Terror Attack: Reports

Jason Spindler​, co-founder and chief executive of I-Dev International​, was inside the hotel and shopping compound during the siege.

Live: Protest At NASA's Johnson Space Center Over Shutdown

The government shutdown, already the longest in U.S. history, has forced 96 percent of NASA employees to be furloughed.

TSA Checkpoint Closed At Houston's Bush Intercontinental Airport

The TSA shortage is due to the partial government shutdown, which is now going into its fourth week.

Burglary Suspect Wounded In Shootout With Deputy Constable

Jacques Dunn, 58, is charged with burglary to a habitation and aggravated assault on a peace officer. He is being held without bail.

Houston Receives $6.5M Gift For Hurricane Harvey Relief

The gift, which is part of a $10 million relief pledge from the UAE​, will be used toward several vital projects in the Houston area.

Houston Announces Unified MLK Day Parade, Parade Marshals

Houston will host a single MLK Day Parade with Astros outfielder George Springer and U.S. Rep. John Lewis serving as grand marshals.

Houston Mayor Urges Houstonians To Have A Safe 2019 Celebration

Turner warns residents to not engage in celebratory gun fire and not to bring fireworks into the city, while police discourage drunk driving

Suspect Charged In Crash That Injured 2 Houston Police Officers

Cesar Collazo, 23, is being held in the Harris C0unty Jail without bond and is considered a flight risk.

Houston Launches Peacekeeper Safety And Community Initiative

The Houston-Harris County Peacekeepers Movement was created as a result of the passage of Texas Senate Bill 30 during the 85th Legislature.

Brazilian Couple Convicted Of Kidnapping Grandson From Houston

Carlos and Jemima Guimaraes were convicted of international kidnapping by a federal jury on Wednesday.

Katy Man Pleads Guilty In Federal Bribery Scandal

Alfonso Eliezer Gravina Munoz, 56, pleaded guilty Monday one count of conspiracy to launder money.

Buzbee Offers To Help Houston, Firefighters Solve Prop B Issue

Attorney Tony Buzbee and the Houston Professional Firefighters Association are extending the olive branch to city leaders to resolve Prop B.

George H.W. Bush Celebrated And Buried In College Station

Following five days of public adoration, President George H.W. Bush's body will travel to College Station to be laid to rest.

12,000 Houstonians Bid Farewell To President George H.W. Bush

Mourners arrived at St. Martin's to bid farewell to President Bush at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, and continued overnight until 5:30 am Thursday.

Houston Celebrates National Sock Day, Honors George H.W. Bush

This is a holiday the 41st president would have loved to celebrate.

ICYMI: City Announces Road Closures Ahead Of Pres. Bush Funeral

City announces road closures near St. Martin’s Episcopal Church in downtown ahead of President Bush's funeral.

George H.W. Bush Memorial Features Fun Socks, Touching Tributes

Bush "embraced this city and Houston embraced him back," Mayor Sylvester Turner said Monday night downtown.

George H.W. Bush Inspires Social Media Outpouring In Houston

Houston-based politicians, athletes, and business leaders were among the many to share their condolences for Bush and his family.

George H.W. Bush's Stellar Sock Game Through The Years

Politics aside, no other U.S. president has ever worn more creative or colorful socks while in and out of the White House.

Mayor Turner Questions Legitimacy Of Firefighter Pay Parity

Turner said he believes state law would preempt Prop B from taking effect, despite voter approval.

Non-Profits To Get Last Of Hurricane Harvey Relief Grant Funding

The last disbursement of $3 million will go to to 17 non-profits groups that will provide help to victims who qualify, officials said.

Judge Absent After Releasing Juveniles Who Pledged Not To Kill

The day after losing his re-election bid, Judge Glenn Devlin released several juvenile detainees after they promised not to kill anyone.

Lina Hidalgo Rides Blue Wave To Harris County's Highest Office

Lina Hidalgo becomes the first Latina woman, the first immigrant, and the youngest person to hold the Harris County Judge's seat.

Election Night 2018: Houston's Political Landscape Changes

Republican John Culberson loses a close race to Lizzie Fletcher, while other races were still too close to call.

Poll Worker's Racist Rant Aimed At Black Voter In North Houston

A Harris County election official was cited after witnesses said she verbally assaulted a woman with racial comments.

Election Day 2018: Houston Voters Approve Firefighter Pay Parity

An initiative to raise firefighter pay by 25 percent was a hot issue on the Houston are ballot this midterm election

Election Day 2018: Key Houston Area Elections Worth Watching

This election season isn't just about Ted and Beto, there are other issue-drivers voters need to know about before they cast their ballot.

Houston's Congressional Races: See Who's On Your Ballot

The senate race may be taking center stage, but some congressional races look competitive in the Houston area.

Harris County Early Voting Totals Shatter Previous Records

Harris and surrounding counties all recorded record turnouts for a midterm election.

City Closes Homeless Encampment In Midtown, Moves 45 To Shelters

The move comes about a month after the area was declared a public health nuisance by the city's health department.

Popular Adopt-A-Drain Program Revives Popular Feature

The city had to sunset its public drain naming feature months ago after people began abusing it.

Harris County Follows Houston's Lead, Bans Robot Sex Brothels

Harris County is pulling the rug away from the potential purveyors of sex brothels by enacting a ban that is similar to Houston's ordinance.