Houston stores, restaurants open on Thanksgiving 2024

Which Houston grocery stores and restaurants are open or closed on Thanksgiving 2024? See hours for H-E-B, Kroger, Walmart, and more.

Houston Katy Freeway crash: Harris County Pct. 5 deputy constable, daughter killed

Harris County Pct. 5 Deputy Constable Katherine Hutson and her daughter Kacey were killed in a fiery three-vehicle crash in Houston on Friday morning, officials say.

Some parents say they fear for their kids safety at school

Issues of bullying at Crosby Middle School have escalated to physical violence, as reported by concerned parents who are seeking solutions. Incidents, including an attack on an 11-year-old, have prompted parental appeals to the school board and the involvement of anti-bullying specialists to foster a safer educational environment.

Houston truck driver seeks help after semi stolen from parking lot

A Houston truck driver Carey Jordan is asking the community for help after his brand-new semi-truck was stolen from a parking lot.

Ken Paxton won't testify in whistleblower lawsuit, Texas Supreme Court rules

The Texas Supreme Court said on Friday that Attorney General Ken Paxton does not need to testify under oath in a lawsuit filed by former employees.

Heights High School placed on temporary 'hold' due to possible weapon on campus

Heights High School was on a temporary "hold" mode after an anonymous report of a weapon on campus, according to campus officials in a message to parents.

Texas man sentenced for assaulting police during Jan. 6 Capitol Riot, posted Facebook video

A Texas man has been charged with assaulting officers during the Jan. 6 Capitol Riot. According to court records, he recorded a video of himself during the riot which he posted on Facebook.

Houston police chase ends in patrol car crash after officer dragged by fleeing man

A Houston police chase ended early Friday morning when officers crashed into a tree on Woodland Park Drive. The suspect was later arrested at his home.

Texas lawmaker calls to cut UT System funding over program to cover tuition

A group of Republican lawmakers are questioning if funding for the University of Texas System should be cut after approving the expansion of a program to cover tuition and fees for qualifying students.

Houston arson suspect charged with murder in firefighter Marcelo Garcia's death

Yesenia Espinoza Mendez, 38, is now facing a felony murder charge, in addition to arson, after the warehouse fire that left Houston firefighter Marcelo Garcia dead.

Houston mobile home park residents hope Harris Co. can help save their homes

In September, tenants at a mobile home park in northwest Houston were told the owner was selling the land and they had to move by December and last week they held a press conference to raise more awareness while trying to keep their homes.