Heights - River Oaks - Montrose

Stay informed about the latest local news in the Heights, River Oaks and Montrose, including Houston City Hall coverage, transportation updates, the latest new businesses coming to the area and HISD news.

Transportation
The raised crosswalk located in front of Katz's on Westheimer Road and Crocker Street in Montrose was installed back in 2023 but is being removed because it could disrupt traffic flow. (Kevin Vu/Community Impact)

Road projects in Houston leave residents frustrated over lack of communication

By Kevin Vu

Houston is removing a raised crosswalk in Montrose and repaving the Washington Avenue Corridor, something city officials said will help reduce traffic and prepare Houston for future events such as the FIFA World Cup.

More Heights | River Oaks | Montrose News

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick
Texas Legislature
Q&A: Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says Texas ...
Melrose will debut its all-day 'brunch to sunset' service on April 6. (Courtesy Alex Montoya)
Business
Melrose bar in Montrose to debut all-day ...
Teacher Ryan Cunningham leads her second-grade class through a lesson at Bothwell Elementary School.
Texas Legislature
Texas Senate panel considers investments in early ...