Utility work for FM 1960 expansion project in Humble to begin this December
On July 9, the Texas Department of Transportation awarded a construction bid to Angel Brothers to complete Phase 1 of a project.
Officials provide updates on COVID-19, Lake Houston dam gates, mouth bar dredging at Kingwood BizCom
Local business leaders and community members gathered virtually at Kingwood BizCom on Aug. 6, which was hosted by the Lake Houston Area Chamber of Commerce.
Police reform task force asks Houston residents to share opinions through Aug. 9
The Houston Mayor's Task Force on Policing Reform is circulating a survey among Houston neighborhoods to collect opinions from residents.
Whiskey Cake restaurant to open in The Woodlands and more Houston-area news
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Shortened census timeline could shortchange Houston, its most vulnerable communities
The 2020 U.S. Census response rate is already lagging behind 2010 numbers, and officials said the shortened timeline only increases the chances of an undercount.
Active COVID-19 cases continue to decline as Montgomery County reports decrease of 167 on Aug. 6
The county also confirmed the 77th coronavirus-related death.
Harris County coronavirus count: 17 deaths confirmed Aug. 5, including man in his 20s
The overall death total hit 805, with the majority of deaths—78%—occurring in individuals ages 60 and older.
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor to stay shut for 2020, Amazon 4-star coming to The Woodlands: News from Houston
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Montgomery County adds 5 deaths related to COVID-19 Aug. 5; recoveries pass 4,000
The county's active case count fell by more than 6%, and more than 200 clinical recoveries were reported.
Houston restaurants can now tap parking lots for outdoor dining
Houston City Council has approved a proposal to allow restaurants to take over 50% of their parking spaces to expand outdoor dining capacity.
State legislators seek removal of Confederate monuments at Texas Capitol
The decision may ultimately lie with Gov. Greg Abbott and the rest of the State Preservation Board, which last year authorized the removal of a plaque in the Capitol that said slavery was not an underlying cause of the Confederate rebellion.
Family-owned Manuel’s Mexican Restaurant thrives for decades in Lake Houston area
For Jose Guadalupe Reyes, managing his family’s restaurant with his brother, Juan Javier Reyes, is continuing the legacy their father created.
Katy's American Furniture Warehouse opens, 20 jobs coming to Tomball via JDR Cable Systems: News from Houston
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Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown to remain closed for 2020 season
According to the announcement, all 2020 Hurricane Harbor Splashtown season passes and pre-purchased tickets will be valid for the 2021 season.
Montgomery County reports 2 deaths related to COVID-19 on Aug. 4; recoveries continue to rise
Active cases fell by 82 on Aug. 4 while recoveries rose by 186, according to the county public health district.
Harris County coronavirus count: 1,438 new cases, 22 deaths confirmed Aug. 4
A total of 723 of the new cases were confirmed in Harris County outside of the city of Houston, which is the most to be confirmed outside of the city in a single day.
Harris County announces evening testing hours, faster turnaround on COVID-19 tests
With some Harris County residents waiting up to two weeks to get test results, the county has announced a maximum turnaround time of 3-5 days on county-sponsored tests moving forward.
Whataburger to celebrate 70th anniversary, unveil food truck, expand into 3 states
Nine more new Whataburger locations are planned by year's end, and 35 new restaurants are proposed for 2021.
Harris County Pets announces free adoption days in August
As part of a national initiative to clear animal shelters, Harris County Pets will offer free adoptions for spayed or neutered and heartworm-positive pets.
U.S. Census Bureau to halt counting operation a month earlier than expected
The self-response deadline has moved up to Sept. 30.
Humble ISD trustees vote to begin school online Aug. 11, transition to in-person learning
Humble ISD board of trustees voted to slightly delay in-person classes for the start of the 2020-21 school year following contradicting guidance from state and county officials.
Paco Pops serves 80-plus flavors of handmade ice cream, pops
When Paco Pops co-owner Francisco Sanchez was 13 years old, he moved from Guadalajara, Mexico, to work at his aunt’s popsicle shop in Chihuahua.
Harris County coronavirus count: Houston sees drop in both positivity rate and total people tested
See the latest trends on COVID-19 in Harris County.
Montgomery County's active coronavirus cases continue slow drop; 69th death reported Aug. 3
A hospitalized man in his 20s with no comorbidities has died.
Sugar Land features Houston Restaurant Weeks participants, city to ticket those without masks: News from the metro
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