A new park and 0.4 mile hike and bike trail opened to the public on Monday.

"Confluence" is currently being developed near UH-DowntownHOUSTON – A new mural is being installed at two of Houston’s bayous near the University of Houston-Downtown dedicated to the migratory birds of Houston’s major waterways. The mural, titled “Confluence,” is being developed by Jane Kim, co-founder of Ink Dwell studio and commissioned by Houston Parks Board and in collaboration with Buffalo Bayou Partnership. It tells a story about birds and how they seasonally change color to attract mates, explained a news release. Measured at about 223 feet in length, the mural’s background will serve as a map of Houston’s bayous. AdThe mural began development this month and is set to complete between four to six weeks, the release said.

HOUSTON A mid-morning grass fire at White Oak Bayou may have caused some damage to a pedestrian bridge, according to the Houston Parks Board. The fire started just after 10 a.m. Wednesday at the MKT/Heights Hike-and-Bike Trail Bridge crossing near Studemont Street, authorities said. In the video, the flames appear to be impacting the bridge, but it is unclear if there was actually any damage to the structure. However, according to the Houston Parks Board, the bridge will be shut down until further notice as the work to inspect and ensure the integrity of the structure. You can check the Houston Parks Board Twitter or website for the most up-to-date information.