Nicole Nielsen

A major renovation of Lawrence Park is set to begin with a groundbreaking Thursday, Sept. 24. Here’s what’s planned for the Heights-area park.

There’s been several big crime stories in the Greater Heights, are there updates? Plus, Lawrence Park is getting a facelift, and the latest from Joe Panzarella’s 100-day town hall

You asked me if we’re seeing more car thefts and break-ins. So what’s the answer? I analyzed thousands of HPD crime reports to find out what the data actually shows, where vehicle-related crimes are happening most and whether the time of year makes a difference.

One person was detained and released, according to Houston Police Department

Alpha School plans to open at the former Goddard School on West 23rd Street, bringing an education model centered around AI-powered academics, hands-on projects and experiential learning.

A busy week in the Heights: an arrest caught on camera in an alleged A/C copper theft, the latest on Norhill’s long-awaited design guidelines, a possible path forward for Cottage Grove’s destroyed trees, a new AI-driven school planned for the Heights, and the stories I’m watching next.

A repairman reportedly caught 49-year-old Pedro Mendez Jr. on video dismantling rooftop A/C units and taking copper at a Heights-area business. Police arrested Mendez after officers used a ladder to reach the roof.

What is happening on Nicholson? Is the project still on schedule?

A few things you’ve been asking me about lately and what I have learned!👀 From the latest on Cottage Grove East a wild development at 829 Yale, to Nicholson, CenterPoint and the questions I’m still trying to get answers to around the Heights!

What are our constable patrols responsible for? When are those pesky utility poles leaving? And what’s going on at 829 Yale?

There were three major stories while I was out! I’m also digging through a very full inbox, chasing down answers, and already found one pretty significant update on North Norhill’s long-awaited speed cushions.

A quick Heights catch-up on Norhill’s design guidelines, blocked school sidewalks, and one very unique Heights Boulevard pothole.

A behind-the-scenes look at the stories you’re sending me, what I’m digging into this week, and why some neighborhood questions take more than just a quick answer.

TxDOT is considering three options for adding managed lanes along I-10 from Voss Road to downtown Houston. One option could require property acquisitions and potentially displace homes and businesses.

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