Texas parents report delays in child support payments following a system update by the Attorney General’s Office. The state claims no widespread issues, but affected families face financial hardships.
Since 2017, 189 bodies have been discovered in Houston bayous, with nearly 40% of cases undetermined. Families seek answers, raising concerns about the unexplained deaths.
Seafood City Supermarket in Houston has reopened its doors after a brief temporary closure earlier this week.
Port Houston has completed its section of a $1.2 billion project to deepen and widen the ship channel, enhancing efficiency and safety of one of the nation’s busiest waterways. This achievement is expected to boost economic activity and trade significantly.
A Houston woman, Roda Osman, found guilty of fraudulently raising $42K through GoFundMe. Sentenced to probation and 90 days in jail, with an appeal process underway.
The Houston City Council has greenlit a $16 million homeless “superhub” in East Downtown, drawing praise from officials and criticism from local residents. The facility will repurpose a former shelter to provide resources for the homeless, with plans to open by early 2026.
Activists in Houston are seeking hate crime charges against a man accused of assaulting a Black woman after a traffic incident. The case involves racial slurs and physical assault. Community members demand accountability and push for upgraded charges. Authorities continue to investigate.
The Houston Food Bank to assist 15,000 families weekly affected by SNAP cuts amid the government shutdown. Starting Nov 1, food distribution will help federal workers and SNAP recipients in Houston.
H-E-B donates $6 million to support Texas food banks and senior programs as the threat of SNAP benefit cuts looms due to the government shutdown, affecting millions.
Severe thunderstorms in Houston resulted in significant power outages, affecting thousands. CenterPoint Energy and Entergy took action to address the situation as tornado warnings were issued.