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Park Eight Place, Houston’s first developer-initiated ‘Walkable Place,’ will transform Westchase
Read full article: Park Eight Place, Houston’s first developer-initiated ‘Walkable Place,’ will transform WestchaseHouston’s City Council has approved Walkable Places and Special Parking Area designations for Park Eight Place. With safer streetscapes and reduced parking requirements, Park Eight Place aims to create a vibrant, pedestrian-friendly hub.
Woman found shot to death inside Westchase-area apartment after police say man may have forced his way inside
Read full article: Woman found shot to death inside Westchase-area apartment after police say man may have forced his way insideA woman was found dead inside an apartment in the Westchase area of Houston Tuesday night.
‘Bloody, bloody, just bloody:’ Houston man uses machete to stab, slash mom and sister; neighbors say
Read full article: ‘Bloody, bloody, just bloody:’ Houston man uses machete to stab, slash mom and sister; neighbors sayA Houston man is accused of using a machete to attack his own family members on Wednesday.
Nonprofit dance group identifies woman killed in Westchase apartment leasing office shooting
Read full article: Nonprofit dance group identifies woman killed in Westchase apartment leasing office shootingA woman who was shot and killed in a murder-suicide inside a Westchase apartment complex leasing office has been identified.
Gunman storms inside Westchase apartment leasing office, killing woman, injuring man before shooting himself
Read full article: Gunman storms inside Westchase apartment leasing office, killing woman, injuring man before shooting himselfThree people were shot, and two are dead in what Houston Police believe is a murder-suicide at a Westchase apartment complex Monday afternoon.
VIDEO: Thieves caught on camera breaking into mailboxes at Westchase-area apartment complex
Read full article: VIDEO: Thieves caught on camera breaking into mailboxes at Westchase-area apartment complexTwo bold thieves were captured on camera prying open a mailbox in the Westchester area of Houston and getting away with medication, credit cards, and other important information.
Man killed, woman critically injured while trying to break into residence in west Houston, police say
Read full article: Man killed, woman critically injured while trying to break into residence in west Houston, police sayA person was killed and another was injured in a shooting Saturday afternoon in west Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.
Man pointed gun at passing cars, followed home by DEA agent before being arrested by SWAT, officials say
Read full article: Man pointed gun at passing cars, followed home by DEA agent before being arrested by SWAT, officials sayMultiple drivers in the Westchase area experienced some scary moments while in traffic after a man reportedly pointed a gun at them.
Texas Pride Disposal complaints reach BBB as some homeowners associations consider cutting ties over trash service
Read full article: Texas Pride Disposal complaints reach BBB as some homeowners associations consider cutting ties over trash serviceThe Texas Pride Disposal complaints KPRC 2 viewers have been sharing all week are enough to fill a garbage can.
18-year-old shot twice while returning home from his job in Westchase area, police say
Read full article: 18-year-old shot twice while returning home from his job in Westchase area, police sayAn 18-year-old was wounded while he was reportedly coming home to his apartment from his job in the Westchase area, Houston police said.
Local Volunteers Deliver Sweet Dreams to Houston Kids
Read full article: Local Volunteers Deliver Sweet Dreams to Houston KidsAll children deserve a safe and comfortable place to lay their heads but so many in Houston do not even have their own bed. Sleep in Heavenly Peace is a group of local volunteers who are doing their bit to make sure no child sleeps on the floor in Houston.
Man shot, killed during argument with suspect outside hotel in Westchase, police say
Read full article: Man shot, killed during argument with suspect outside hotel in Westchase, police sayA man is dead after Houston police said he was shot numerous times by a suspect during an argument outside a Westchase hotel Friday night.
Houston city council member announces new public safety initiatives
Read full article: Houston city council member announces new public safety initiativesA Houston city council member said she’s taking steps to address concerns about public safety in her district, which includes areas of Alief and Westchase.
Brother kills man sister met on internet after attempted robbery during meetup in Westchase, police say
Read full article: Brother kills man sister met on internet after attempted robbery during meetup in Westchase, police sayA man was killed after Houston police said he tried to rob a woman he met online at her Westchase apartment complex Thursday afternoon.
Have you seen this man? Police looking for man who stole $5K worth of golf clubs from Westchase store
Read full article: Have you seen this man? Police looking for man who stole $5K worth of golf clubs from Westchase storeHouston police are searching for a man who they say stole approximately $5,000 in golf clubs from a Westchase store.
Have you seen them? Police search for suspects they say broke into business, stole $19K worth of items
Read full article: Have you seen them? Police search for suspects they say broke into business, stole $19K worth of itemsHouston police are searching for a man and a woman who they say broke into a business inside a multi-use building and stole $19,000 worth of items in Westchase last month.
VIDEO: Precinct 5 deputy narrowly escapes injury after suspected drunk driver sideswipes patrol vehicle
Read full article: VIDEO: Precinct 5 deputy narrowly escapes injury after suspected drunk driver sideswipes patrol vehicleA Precinct 5 Deputy Constable narrowly escapes injury after her patrol vehicle was sideswiped by a suspected drunk driver on Monday.
Have you seen him? FBI searching for suspect dubbed ‘Little Red Riding Crook’ in connection with Westchase bank robbery
Read full article: Have you seen him? FBI searching for suspect dubbed ‘Little Red Riding Crook’ in connection with Westchase bank robberyThe FBI Violent Crime Task Force is looking for a robber who stole from a bank in Westchase on Tuesday.
Here is a look at improvement projects in the Westchase District
Read full article: Here is a look at improvement projects in the Westchase DistrictYou may have noticed a lot of roadwork by the West Beltway and Westpark Tollway in the Westchase District. Most of this construction kicked off in 2019 with the new reconstruction of Walnut Bend and then the work came on Westheimer, which carries METRO’s busiest local bus route. Most recently, a small but crucial bike connection was finished.
Residents spot coyotes in Houston-area neighborhood
Read full article: Residents spot coyotes in Houston-area neighborhoodHOUSTON – Neighbors arm themselves after coyotes spotted along the Westchase walking trail. Several coyotes have been spotted along a popular walking trail in the Westchase area. AdTexas Parks and Wildlife officials say coyotes live all around us and they are not going anywhere. “You’re going to raise your arms up, you’re going to make yourself look larger, you’re going to yell you’re going to speak assertively,” said Simon to help scare off coyotes. Simon says can also take a picture of the coyote sighting and let Texas Parks and Wildlife officials know where it is.
20-year-old man on Autism spectrum last seen in Westchase a week ago
Read full article: 20-year-old man on Autism spectrum last seen in Westchase a week agoCalvin Rashall was last located on Dec. 10 in the Westchase area of Houston. HOUSTON – A 20-year-old man on the Autism spectrum is missing the Houston area, according to his family. Calvin Rashall was last seen Dec. 10 in the Westchase area. His family believes Rashall is a suicide risk after being off his medication. Rashall’s family said he is bipolar and functions cognitively and socially at about the level of a 14-year-old child.
Man and mother of 3 fatally shot at apartment complex in SW Houston; gunman on the run: Police
Read full article: Man and mother of 3 fatally shot at apartment complex in SW Houston; gunman on the run: PoliceHOUSTON – Police are investigating after they said a man and a mother of three were shot to death at an apartment complex in southwest Houston Monday. Detectives said a man and woman were shot several times and their bodies were found by a dumpster. “There was a lot of people trying to help render aid.”“She was a great mother. Houston police said a witness said a black Chrysler 200 fled the scene at a high rate of speed immediately after the shooting. Anyone with information in this case is urged to contact the HPD Homicide Division at 713-308-3600 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
Caobao Hot Steamy Buns brings Chinese fare to Westchase
Read full article: Caobao Hot Steamy Buns brings Chinese fare to WestchaseA new Chinese and halal spot, offering bubble tea and more, has debuted in the neighborhood. Located at 11805 Westheimer Road, Suite 340, in Westchase, the new addition is called Caobao Hot Steamy Buns. According to the business's Yelp page, Caobao Hot Steamy Buns serves up "bao or baozi — soft, steamed buns stuffed with savory or sweet fillings." With a five-star rating out of seven reviews on Yelp so far, Caobao Hot Steamy Buns is on its way to developing a local fan base. Caobao Hot Steamy Buns is open from 11 a.m.–8 p.m. on Tuesday-Sunday.
What apartments will $1,000 rent you in Westchase, this month?
Read full article: What apartments will $1,000 rent you in Westchase, this month?Data from rental site Zumper shows that the median rent for a one bedroom in Westchase is currently hovering around $803. The building boasts secured entry and assigned parking. 9801 Meadowglen LaneNext, there's this two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment located at 9801 Meadowglen Lane. Building amenities include on-site laundry and secured entry. When it comes to building amenities, anticipate outdoor space, a swimming pool and secured entry.