Joel Osteen, the pastor of Lakewood Church in Houston, intends to proceed with services this upcoming Sunday, following last week’s incident when gunshots erupted during the Spanish-language service. In a 91-second video shared on social media on Wednesday, Osteen addressed the members of the megachurch, urging them to return with faith rather than fear. Reflecting on the incident, Osteen remarked, …

The Montrose Management District, inactive for nearly five years, is devising a plan to levy a tax assessment on commercial property proprietors in the Montrose vicinity to finance substantial area improvements. The tax is integral to the Service and Assessment Plan (SAP), which proposes a maximum levy of nine cents per $100 in property value, a reduction from the previous …

Two years have passed since 9-year-old Arlene Alvarez tragically lost her life on Valentine’s Day while on her way to dinner with her family. Now, there’s a renewed effort to delve deeper into her case, as Arlene’s family honors her memory with a celebration of life tribute and dove release. In a recent development, it has been revealed that the …

In Houston, Texas, and across the state, homeowner’s insurance rates have surged due to a variety of factors, including weather-related risks such as flooding, severe storms, freezes, and hurricanes. These challenges, coupled with inflation and escalating home construction and maintenance costs, have led to significant spikes in homeowner’s insurance premiums. According to findings from the Texas Tribune, homeowner’s insurance rates …

Two years following the tragic shooting death of a 9-year-old girl, the Harris County District Attorney’s Office has confirmed that a new prosecutor will review the case. A special prosecutor has been assigned to re-examine multiple cases, including that of Arlene Alvarez, according to a spokesperson. Gwen Alvarez, Arlene’s mother, expressed a sense of hope at the news. She described …

In another major city, a controversial crime-fighting tool is facing uncertainty. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s office announced on Tuesday that they will not renew their contract with “ShotSpotter” when it expires in September. This decision has raised questions about the future of the program in Houston. RoShawn Evans, a vocal critic of “ShotSpotter,” opposed its implementation in Houston, which was …

In West Palm Beach, Florida, as Joe Espada kicked off his inaugural Astros spring training as manager, there was both certainty and uncertainty in the air. While Espada was clear about his choice for the closer role in 2024, uncertainty loomed over the availability of the team’s top starting pitcher for opening day. Justin Verlander, the veteran pitcher, revealed to …

In northwest Harris County, a tow truck driver lost his life while loading a disabled vehicle, as confirmed by the Harris County Sheriff’s Office. The incident occurred around 3:32 p.m. on Tuesday on the eastbound entrance ramp of the 15200 block of the Northwest Freeway. The victim, identified as Simon Garcia, was in the process of loading a disabled vehicle …

A Katy resident reportedly informed someone that he had been contracted to carry out a shooting at a taco truck in southwest Houston, as per prosecutors. On November 3, 2022, authorities stated that a gray Cadillac pulled up to a taco truck in the 8700 block of S. Braeswood near Gessner and opened fire. During the incident, 19-year-old Sergio Chavez, …