A man is dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound that occurred in the Buc-ee’s parking. Authorities say that there is no public threat as the investigation is ongoing.

LaCenterra, a popular Katy outdoor shopping and entertainment center was bought in a $233 million development deal. Buy Brixmor Property Group has 30 other locations within the Greater Houston area.

Enjoy these final weeks of summer and escape the heat. Entertain the kiddos for hours at these awesome indoor play places in Katy.

Hot and sometimes stormy weather during these summer months brings snakes out and increases chances of resident encounters. Many kinds of snakes call Katy home, including four that are venomous. Here's what you need to know.

There is a new bookstore in Katy that is offering book lovers a comfortable place to share their love of reading over a cup of coffee or glass of wine. Mockingbird Books opened to a buzz of popularity that deplenished their shelves; they are now re-stocked and ready to become your book hangout.

The Katy Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Katy are partnering to launch the Hometown Heroes Banner Program. This new initiative is designed to pay tribute to the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve in the United States Armed Forces.

Typhoon Texas will welcome families with sensory-sensitive children this Friday morning for free play. The event will omit background music, spray features, and reduce crowds to give these children access with minimal sensory stimulation.

Katy ISD announces their Athletes of the Year for 2024-2025. This honor recognizes outstanding athletes on and off the field.

Local first responders and emergency personnel met with Katy ISD and school principals for the 2025 Annual First Responder Forum that emphasizes collaboration throughout the area to best protect students and staff.

As summer starts to wind down local families don’t need to jet set off to exotic destinations for some beach time fun. Load up the car for a day trip or enjoy a needed getaway with a historic hotel, rental, or bed & breakfast. These beaches await to satisfy your vacation craving this summer!

The Katy Heritage Society is currently accepting applications for their 2025 Scholarship Opportunities. An adult seeking to provide for their family by advancing their career through either a trade of higher education can earn up to $1,000.

Tuesday night a missing toddler was found unresponsive in a Katy neighborhood retention pond. The 2-year-old girl was later pronounced dead at a nearby hospital.

Katy residents can sign up for the KTALERT Program to get emergency alerts from city staff. While this program is for City of Katy residents, those in surrounding neighborhoods can still sign up for alerts which help keep the greater Katy area safe and informed.

Harris County Deputies with Constable Terry Allbritton’s Office responded to reports of an aggravated assault that involved a suspect wielding a knife in West Memorial.

This weekend, families and couples can enjoy live music at multiple popular spots and some are part of flood relief efforts. Katy, like everywhere, continues to mourn those lost and many want to come together.

Katy ISD seeks skilled and committed professionals to join its Operations team that support students and staff in a multitude of serving roles. They will host a job fair later this month.

On the early morning of the Fourth of July the Guadalupe River rose 26 feet in only a few hours causing widespread flash flooding and resulting in a mounting death toll that includes many young girls from a Christian camp. Katyites are rallying this week to offer aid. Here’s how you can help.

Through the summer months Katy ISD is working hard to prepare to open two new elementary schools. Tours with the namesakes were conducted last week at Boundy Elementary.

For 26 years David Temple has been fighting the courts over his multiple murder convictions. His wife Belinda Temple was shot and killed inside their Katy. She was 8 month pregnant with their daughter, Erin. The pandemic, appeals, and a mistrial have all caused delays. The murders are considered Katy's most horrific crime.

Here's what you need to know from local laws to big events as Katy prepares to celebrate the Fourth of July.