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A Houston police officer was stabbed during a downtown encounter Friday night, prompting his partner to shoot and kill the suspect, according to HPD.
A Harris County deputy was hurt when a driver crashed into a parked patrol unit along North Beltway 8. Officials say the deputy had been monitoring traffic at the time.
Houston banks and credit unions are rapidly adopting artificial intelligence to streamline operations, improve fraud detection, and enhance customer service.
The Texas Medical Center is moving forward with a major Helix Park expansion that includes a hotel, conference center, and a 300‑unit residential tower, signaling continued growth for Houston’s innovation district.
Authorities arrested 45 people in a large dogfighting raid near Beaumont, raising concerns for Houston residents about regional animal cruelty networks.
Infomercial personality Vince Offer, known as the 'ShamWow guy,' has joined a packed race for a Texas congressional seat, drawing attention across Houston’s political and business circles.
Harris County Judge candidate Orlando Sanchez outlined his priorities in a recent interview, focusing on crime, county spending, and emergency preparedness.
Exxon will invest $650 million for a stake in a key Permian-to-Mont Belvieu pipeline, a move that strengthens Houston’s role in the Gulf Coast energy supply chain.
Harris County officials have expanded their study on potential redevelopment options for the Astrodome, opening the door to new uses for the iconic structure.
A woman has been charged with murder after a bar owner was shot and killed along the Katy Freeway, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.