Before posting a doorbell-camera clip, security video or photo of a suspected crime, Woodcreek Reserve residents can help protect an investigation — and their neighbors — by getting the original information to law enforcement first. READ MORE
Woodcreek Reserve gardeners can get a head start on fall planting at the Fort Bend County Master Gardeners Fall Vegetable & Herb Plant Sale on Oct. 10 in Rosenberg. READ MORE
Harris County’s use of Flock Safety license plate reader cameras is receiving new oversight measures after the Harris County Sheriff’s Office adopted expanded auditing safeguards and launched administrative reviews involving three deputies’ use of the system. READ MORE
Katy ISD earned an 88 overall in the newly released 2026 Texas school accountability ratings, with students outperforming statewide STAAR results across every tested subject as the district also posted strong graduation rates, dozens of A-rated campuses and measurable gaps among student groups. READ MORE
Book lovers across Fort Bend County can shop thousands of bargain-priced books, movies, music, puzzles and more this September while supporting programs at three local library branches — and perhaps pick up a few inexpensive titles to stock a neighborhood Little Free Library. READ MORE
Chama Gaúcha Brazilian Steakhouse is preparing to open near the Grand Parkway in Katy, bringing its tableside churrasco tradition, USDA Prime meats, expansive salad bar and five private dining rooms closer to West Houston diners. READ MORE
Greater Houston reached a record number of homes for sale in July 2026, but buyers have not disappeared — instead, the market is giving families more choices while asking sellers to compete more carefully on price, condition and incentives. READ MORE
Lowe’s is preparing to open its new West Katy store at Texas Heritage Marketplace in early September, bringing more than 100 jobs, an expanded kitchen showroom, a newly redesigned tool department and new services aimed at homeowners, families and contractors. READ MORE
With Type O blood urgently needed across the Houston region, Gulf Coast Blood is asking residents to turn one donation into two acts of support before Aug. 15 by giving blood and bringing essential items for children served by BEAR...BE A Resource for CPS Kids. READ MORE
CenterPoint Energy says a surge of large electricity users, including data centers and other major projects, could help spread Greater Houston’s grid costs across a broader customer base — potentially saving Texas electric customers more than $5 billion over the next decade. READ MORE
