West University police said Thursday (May 20) that they’re working with federal postal inspectors to investigate five cases this month of “mailbox fishing” — nighttime theft of checks from blue mail drop boxes operated by the U.S. Postal Service. Targets are the outdoor collection boxes in the 5200 block of Wakeforest Avenue and the 5300 block of Academy — both outside USPS … [Read more...] about West U PD warning: Protect yourself from mailbox fishing
West U lifts mask mandate in city facilities
Starting Thursday (May 20), visitors to West University city facilities will no longer have to wear face masks. The city made the announcement Wednesday night, following Gov. Greg Abbott’s executive order preventing government entities from issuing and enforcing mask mandates. Still, the city is encouraging residents to follow guidelines from the Centers for Disease … [Read more...] about West U lifts mask mandate in city facilities
‘Mo’ proves himself, is named Bellaire’s new police chief
By Charlotte Aguilar “Mo” Lopez’s two-year-plus tryout showed Bellaire leaders that he was the man for the job, and Wednesday (May 19), he was named the city’s new police chief. Chief Byron Holloway will retire on July 31 after 45 years with the city, and the announcement about Lopez indicated the new top cop will be sworn in before the Aug. 2 City Council … [Read more...] about ‘Mo’ proves himself, is named Bellaire’s new police chief
UPDATE: Accident that closed southbound West Loop now cleared
UPDATE: ACCIDENT HAS BEEN CLEARED. Motorists are being warned to avoid the West Loop/Southwest Freeway interchange as a two-car accident has closed all southbound lanes of the Loop. Authorities say the closing will be for “an extended period of time.” Traffic has backed up in all directions on both freeways. Houston Transtar is recommending Chimney Rock Road as an … [Read more...] about UPDATE: Accident that closed southbound West Loop now cleared
Huffington Park is ready for its makeover starting next Monday
Huffington Park, 6204 College St., will close next Monday (May 17), but for the best possible reason — a makeover that will add a play structure, shade arbor, and game and picnic tables to the 25-year-old facility. Here’s how the project, which was approved in February, is described in a news release from the city: One of the biggest improvements to the park will be … [Read more...] about Huffington Park is ready for its makeover starting next Monday