
Apparent explosion at downtown Houston high-rise injures several people
The cause of the reported explosion has not yet been determined, but the Houston Fire Department indicated it could have been a boiler.
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Hilton Americas-Houston workers’ strike extended through mid-October as officials postpone events
In a significant extension of their “historic” strike, workers at the downtown hotel plan to stay on the picket line for an additional 22 days. The Houston mayor and controller’s office as well as the Harris County Democrats postponed events scheduled at the hotel amid the ongoing labor dispute.
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Hearing helicopters in downtown Houston? It’s part of a training involving HPD and the federal government
“Residents may hear noise or see helicopters in the day and evening hours,” the Houston Police Department wrote earlier this month in a social media post. Many Houstonians say they have.
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Polk Street exit in downtown Houston closed through June for drainage work tied to I-45 project
The Texas Department of Transportation began construction work last fall on a multibillion-dollar initiative to expand and reroute I-45. The project is expected to take the better part of two decades to complete.
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One year after a derecho devastated Houston, recovery efforts remain ongoing
Some downtown buildings that were damaged by the windstorm on May 16, 2024, are still being repaired. And some impacted property owners are still pursuing claims filed with their insurance companies.
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Downtown Houston underpasses to be illuminated as part of $400,000 project
Deemed the "Underpassage," the project will install lighting at the Interstate 69 underpasses at Texas Avenue and Rusk Street, near the Astros' home ballpark.
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Harris County deputy shot outside courthouse, transported to hospital
The deputy was transported by Life Flight to St. Josephs hospital, a spokesperson said.
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Photos: Houston Art Car Parade 2025 celebrates city’s culture
This year's event featured sunny springtime weather and more than 250 uniquely decorated cars and trucks. Local schools, businesses and nonprofit organizations were among those to create art cars for the parade.
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