No more sitting or lying on sidewalks? City considers adding Riverside Terrace neighborhood to civility ordinance
The Riverside Terrace community is discussing the possibility of adding the 'sitting and lying upon public sidewalks' article to the civility ordinance. Do you think this will increase safety or unfairly target the homeless population?
Following community concern, Congresswoman gets temporary delay in TxDOT project affecting Houstonโs Third Ward
Following concerns from community members in the Third Ward, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee announced Friday that TxDOT has agreed to temporarily delay the project to allow for the community to receive more information about it and how it will impact traffic.
โArt tells a storyโ: The Gite Gallery in Third Ward showcases African art which tells the story of the Black experience
This Black History Month, KPRC 2โฒs Moriah Ballard visited a hidden gem in Third Ward and sat down with the owners to talk about the connection between African art and the Black experience.
George Floyd remembrance: Houston leaders to host free documentary screening marking 3rd year since his death
In remembrance of George Floydโs life, Houston-area activists, politicians, and community leaders will present The Making of George, a short documentary about the creation of Floydโs sculpture.
โTrying to keep the peaceโ: Man gets 45 years in prison for killing innocent bystander in Third Ward bar shooting
A 42-year-old man was sentenced to 45 years in prison for fatally shooting an innocent bystander who was trying to break up a fight at a bar in Houstonโs Third Wardin 2020, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced Monday.
Woman critically hurt after driver crashes into convertible, topples multiple vehicles near Third Ward area, police say
A driver is arrested and a woman is severely hurt after police say he was caught speeding through Third Ward, then crashed into her convertible and toppled several vehicles late Friday night.
Man dead, innocent bystander injured in shooting at convenience store in Houstonโs Third Ward, police say
An investigation is underway after a man was killed and another man was injured during a shooting at a convenience store in Houstonโs Third Ward Monday, officers with the Houston Police Department said.
Suspect arrested, charged in fatal shooting of man at apartment complex in Greater Third Ward, HPD says
A suspect has been arrested Tuesday and charged in the fatal shooting of a 20-year-old man at an apartment complex in Third Ward over two weeks ago, officers with the Houston Police Department said.
Man accused in catalytic converter thefts gets 45 years after shooting 8-year-old in Third Ward, DA says
A Houston man was sentenced to 45 years in prison for allegedly shooting an 8-year-old in the knee during an argument in Houstonโs Third Ward in 2019, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg said.
WATCH LIVE: Harris County Commissioner Ellis, Mayor Turner announce new plans for historic Riverside General Hospital site
Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, Qatar Harvey Fund (QHF) officials and health experts will provide updates on the multimillion-dollar renovation project at the historic Riverside General Hospital, which will reportedly house Harris Public Health and other vital health-related services.
โItโs ridiculous:โ Family says they came home to rental home boarded up and locked with pets still inside
After nearly four years of Anthony Hudson renting a row house on Alabama in Third Ward, he and Angela Jackson who also stays there, say their living conditions recently started deteriorating because of the landlord failing to maintain the property.
โJust going around creating havocโ: Investigation underway after several tires, cars damaged in Third Ward
Houston police is looking into a string of slashed tires in the Third Ward at Hutchins and Jefferson. Police say at least five vehicles were hit early Monday morning (May 16); some vehicles also have puncture holes.
Celebrating Cinco de Mayo
Thursday at 3:00 p.m. on Houston Life, weโre celebrating Cinco de Mayo. Weโll take you to a restaurant thatโs considered a staple in Houstonโs historic Third Ward. Youโll learn more about this family-owned spot thatโs been in business for over 60 years with original recipes that never changed. Youโll meet the ownerโs son whoโs keeping the family traditions alive, he grew up in the restaurant and is now taking over at 60-years-old. Thatโs Thursday on KPRC2.
Firefighter released from hospital after brick wall collapses inside burning home in greater Third Ward, HFD says
A firefighter has been released from the hospital after he was injured while working to put out a multi-structure, two-alarm fire that affected multiple homes in greater Third Ward Wednesday, officials said.
โWe are fed upโ: Third Ward community members call for Houston leaders to get crime under control after violent nightclub shooting
Mayor Sylvester Turner spoke at the โNo More Crimesโ news conference hosted by the MacGregor Super Neighborhood and the Riverside Civic Association in Third Ward Monday morning.
Stronger Houston: Harris County partners with Black-owned bank for first relationship of its kind
They are rejoicing in Harris County with historic news to tell. An institution that has been a major support to churches like Wheeler Avenue Baptist, restaurants, barber shops, and other businesses over seven decades is celebrating another milestone -- a first of its kind partnership.
Harris County officials announce historic partnership with minority-owned Unity National Bank
Harris County Treasurer Dylan Osborne, along with Commissioners Adrian Garcia and Rodney Ellis, and Unity National Bank President and CEO Michael Pearson announced Thursday afternoon a historic partnership with the minority-owned bank.
United Methodist Church launching low-cost daycare centers for qualifying parents in need
In Houstonโs historic Third Ward, what has been called a daycare desert by some, Trinity United Methodist Church is one of nine churches throughout Texas that will be offering low-cost, and in some cases, no-cost-subsidized daycare for children ages 8 weeks to 5 years old.
Experience the flavor of the island at the Reggae Hut for Caribbean American Heritage month
The Reggae Hut is a longstanding staple in Houstonโs Third Ward community. Since Marcus Davis acquired the restaurant in 2005, they offer authentic, mouth-watering Caribbean specialties like Plantains, Jerk Chicken, Oxtails, and Garlic Shrimp.
Emancipation Park hosts 149th Annual Juneteenth Celebration with virtual events
Emancipation Park is located in Houstonโs Third Ward, and is a great place for community members to gather and celebrate Juneteenth. This year, they have been presenting virtual programs on their online platforms throughout the month of June, with support from corporate partners like Shell.