Harris County Commissioner Lesley Briones announced a balanced budget for fiscal year 2026, focusing on public safety and officer pay parity. The plan includes funding for key programs like HART, the TeleDeputy initiative, and court resource improvements, while addressing fiscal challenges with a $130 million deficit.
Two Houston firefighters sustained injuries while fighting a two-alarm fire at Christ Church on Fuqua Street. Both have been released from the hospital. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
On September 11, 2025, Houston Mayor John Whitmire led a remembrance ceremony to honor the victims and heroes of the 9/11 attacks. The event highlighted the importance of unity and patriotism as community members gathered to reflect on the tragedy’s impact.
Eli Lilly plans a $5.9 billion campus in Houston, creating over 600 jobs. The expansion boosts Houston’s life sciences hub. Details remain under discussion.
As Houston’s beloved FunPlex theme park closes, fans have the chance to bid on attractions like its iconic Ferris wheel and go-kart track. The auction, ending September 24, offers pieces that promise to appeal to both large-scale buyers and nostalgic fans seeking a piece of their childhood memories.
Police discovered a decomposing body in a Tesla registered to singer D4vd at a Los Angeles tow yard. The investigation is ongoing. D4vd’s tour schedule remains in question following the discovery.
On September 1, 2025, Texas made a sharp move to curb a predatory tactic that preyed on routine trips to the bank:…
The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services investigates two Houston daycares after Judge Lina Hidalgo brought children to a Commissioners Court meeting. The investigation seeks to determine if any abuse or neglect occurred.
A transformer explosion in The Woodlands, Texas injured two Entergy workers on Monday. Emergency services secured the area as investigations continue, with both workers in stable condition.
Harris County deputy Brittany Brown was fired after being caught on video drawing a gun during a family dispute. The investigation results have been sent to the District Attorney for possible charges.