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Election

Early voting sign posted near a book drive at the Octavia Fields Branch Library in Humble

Lake Houston | Humble | Kingwood

Q&A: Learn more about the Democratic candidates for Texas House District 142

By Emily Lincke

Two challengers will face off against the Texas House District 142 incumbent for the Democratic candidate nomination in the March primary election.

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Top Restaurant News

Bellaire | Meyerland | West University

Dutch Bros breaks into Houston's Inner Loop ...

The popular barbecue restaurant has been a finalist at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo's BBQ World Championship in the chicken and ribs categories. (Courtesy Pinkerton's Barbecue)

Bellaire | Meyerland | West University

Pinkerton’s Barbecue officially opens Upper Kirby location ...

Exilio Latin Flair will replace the former Verde Garden in the Harlow District. (Rendering courtesy Carlos Castroparedes)

Heights | River Oaks | Montrose

New Latin-inspired restaurant to be added to ...

iWok staff prepare the ingredients before the robotic system cooks the food. (Courtesy iWok)

Bellaire | Meyerland | West University

New Asian eatery with robotic chef to ...

The Woodlands

On the Kirb brings healthier spin on ...

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Top Development News

Development

EMCID convention center under construction

New Caney | Porter

Construction on EMCID convention center parking garage nearing completion

By Emily Lincke

Another milestone is approaching for the East Montgomery County Improvement District’s convention center as the building’s parking garage nears completion.

Top Education News

Education

Heights | River Oaks | Montrose

Houston ISD officials say recent family survey shows improving confidence in district

By Wesley Gardner

Houston ISD board managers reviewed the results of a new family survey officials said shows growing confidence in their children’s education and the overall direction of the district.

Top Transportation News

METRO officials said riders can expect to see additional uniformed officers on trains, buses, platforms and transit centers. (Courtesy Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County)

Bellaire | Meyerland | West University

METRO expands safety partnership with Harris County, ...

Read updates on several planned and ongoing transportation projects in Sugar Land and Missouri City. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)

Sugar Land | Missouri City

Check out 3 transportation updates in the ...

On April 29, contractors pour concrete on FM 1463, where work on a widening project between I-10 and FM 1093 will continue into 2027. Some business owners said the construction reduces access and visibility to their businesses. (Kelly Schafler/Community Impact)

Katy | Fulshear

Check out 3 transportation updates in the ...

The mobility survey will close to the public Jan. 31. (Courtesy Texas Medical Center)

Bellaire | Meyerland | West University

Texas Medical Center releases new plan, survey ...

League City has a handful of upcoming road projects. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)

Bay Area

Check out 3 ongoing, upcoming road projects ...

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Top Government News

Government

Former Houston Police Department Chief Troy Finner oversees the graduation ceremony of a class of new HPD cadets. (Community Impact staff)

Bellaire | Meyerland | West University

Houston Police Department receives $6.25M in federal funding to hire 50 new cadets

By Sarah Brager

Houston City Council approved the three-year grant Jan. 21, which included a city match of approximately $2.1 million.

Top Election News

South Central Austin

Q&A: Meet the Republican primary candidates for ...

Democrats running for Texas attorney general.

South Central Austin

Q&A: Meet the Democratic primary candidates for ...

Bay Area

Q&A: Meet the Republican primary candidates for ...

Tamara McFarlane and J.J. Clemence are running for Fort Bend County clerk in the upcoming March primary election. (All photos submitted by respective candidates/Community Impact)

Katy | Fulshear

Meet the 2 Republican candidates for Fort ...

Four Republican candidates are running for Fort Bend County Clerk in the upcoming March primary election. (All photos submitted by respective candidates/Community Impact)

Katy | Fulshear

Q&A: Meet the 4 Democratic candidates for ...

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Top Business News

The indoor golf studio offers course-like golf simulations. (Courtesy The Back Nine Golf)

Spring | Klein

Back Nine Golf brings golf simulators to ...

The company offers business and technology services. (Courtesy Team Logic IT)

Pearland | Friendswood | Manvel

Team Logic IT opens new location, serving ...

Owned by Master Kun Kang, the martial arts school is dedicated to teaching children, teens and adults through traditional Taekwondo training. (Courtesy Master Kang's Taekwondo)

Lake Houston | Humble | Kingwood

Master Kang's Taekwondo now open in Humble

The Houston-based barbershop provides a range of services, including haircuts, kids cuts, beard care, nail care and waxings. (Catherine White/Community Impact)

Bay Area

Tune Up The Manly Salon coming soon ...

The Woodlands

Reset Solutions frames GLP-1 weight loss drugs ...

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Top Texas Legislature News

Texas Legislature

Ryan Martinez hold up hemp-derived products at a CBD American Shaman store.

North Central Austin

Texas alcohol commission finalizes rules for thousands of hemp-derived THC retailers

By Hannah Norton

The latest rules replace similar emergency measures, prohibiting Texas alcohol retailers from selling intoxicating hemp-derived THC products to minors. State health officials are currently considering more comprehensive regulations on the industry.