UTHealth’s Harris County Psychiatric Center is receiving $8 million in state-funded renovations, with additional funding requested to expand and modernize the 38-year-old facility to address the growing demand for psychiatric care.
Houston-area officials are urging residents to prepare for the second arctic front of 2025, which is expected to bring a hard freeze and potential wintry precipitation starting Jan. 20.
The 89th Texas Legislature opens Tuesday, bringing together 181 lawmakers to address key issues for the state. With over 2,400 bills filed, the session promises debates on leadership, budget priorities, and legislative rules.
Harris County has received a $2 million federal grant to evaluate safety at 14 East End railroad crossings. The funding comes after the tragic death of a Milby High School student and aims to prevent future accidents.
While Harris County continues to grow, its surrounding counties are seeing much faster population increases. Chambers County led the Houston area with a 22.1% rise over five years, as Texas remains a hotspot for domestic and international migration.
Alamdar Hamdani, the first Asian American U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas, is stepping down after two years. Hamdani’s tenure saw significant progress in reducing violent crime and combating fentanyl trafficking in Houston.
Filipino cuisine gets an elegant twist as Chef Andrew Musico debuts Chikahan, Houston's first Filipino-inspired fine dining restaurant. Opening on Jan. 8, the tasting menu spot celebrates the flavors of the Philippines with a modern, elevated approach.
Chick-fil-A is giving away free breakfast items every Tuesday in January at participating Houston locations. Find out how to claim your entrée and start your day deliciously.
Donald Trump’s second term will begin with a stark warning from his Border Czar, Tom Homan, about escalating violence at the U.S.-Mexico border as mass deportations take effect.
Houston’s Muslim community has united to denounce the New Year’s Day terror attack in New Orleans, rejecting extremist ideologies and expressing condolences for the victims.