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Houston Public Works officials said water bills are expected to rise in the next several years as the city enhances the East Water Purification Plant. (Courtesy Houston Public Works)

Restoration continues at dated east Houston water treatment plant

By Sarah Brager

Houston City Council on Dec. 10 authorized a $17.9 million contract for sediment removal and restoration at one of three existing plant facilities.

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Founded in 2005, this will be the pizzeria's second location in Houston. (Rendering courtesy Michael Hsu Office of Architecture)

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The annual Tomball German Christmas Market takes place Dec. 12-14 in Old Town Tomball. (Courtesy city of Tomball)

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Houston City Council will vote on three amendments to the Capital Improvement Plan at a future council meeting. (Courtesy Community Impact Staff)

Published 3:45 PM | Dec 9, 2025 CST

Council members support more transparency on changes made to infrastructure projects in Houston

Stude Park is an urban recreation area with a pool, playground, gym and a trail. (Cassandra Jenkins/Community Impact)

Published 3:44 PM | Dec 9, 2025 CST

Stude Park slated for $1.2 million playground upgrade

woman wearing a Harris County Elections tshirt

Published 3:42 PM | Dec 9, 2025 CST

26 candidates file in 7 contested Harris County races for 2026 primary

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The opening is Honest Mary's first location in Houston. (Courtesy Honest Mary's)

Published 2:17 PM | Dec 8, 2025 CST

Honest Mary’s now serving its signature bowls in River Oaks

The FIFA World Cup in Houston will kick-start in less than a year. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)

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Check out the 7 countries selected to play in Houston for the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament

The Houston Ballet has performed "The Nutcracker" for more than 50 years. (Courtesy Houston Ballet)

Published 12:00 AM | Dec 8, 2025 CST

Theater Crawl: Where to catch holiday performances in the Heights-River Oaks-Montrose area

Gov. Abbott signs a bill into law.

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Parking in Montrose can be challenging due to high demand, limited street parking and strict enforcement. (Cassandra Jenkins/Community Impact)

Published 2:58 PM | Dec 5, 2025 CST

Montrose parking study survey extended to Jan. 15