Demolition plans on hold for warehouse where Houston firefighter died
Lila Mendez
Lila Mendez
Bureau Chief · Houston, TX
Lila Mendez has spent over 15 years in local journalism, honing her skills at the Houston Chronicle and NPR’s Houston affiliate. A graduate of the University of Houston, she excels in connecting with the community and has a knack for unearthing stories that highlight the diverse voices of Houston's neighborhoods.
More from Lila →Bureau Chief · Monday, October 26, 2026 at 10:19 PM · 1 min read
Demolition of a Houston warehouse where firefighter Marcelo Garcia died is on hold as neighbors raise concerns about trespassing and flooding.