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Texas news, city by city.

National headlines rarely capture what's happening in your own backyard. This page pulls local and regional coverage for 6 Texas cities — from Austin and Houston to Dallas, San Antonio, and beyond — so you can follow city-hall decisions, school-board votes, weather, and community stories alongside the bigger national picture. Pick your city to see the latest reporting from the outlets covering it.

Updated August 23, 2026 at 4:20 PM

Associated Construction Publications

Associated Construction PublicationsCenter7h ago

National Technical Institute Celebrates 232 Houston Graduates

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National Technical Institute Celebrates 232 Houston Graduates Associated Construction Publications

Houston Chronicle

Houston ChronicleLeftB9h ago

Former UH football star Ed Oliver mourning drowning death of 2-year-old son

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Former UH football star Ed Oliver mourning drowning death of 2-year-old son Houston Chronicle

Southeastern Conference

Southeastern ConferenceCenter10h ago

Texas A&M secures win against Sam Houston at home

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Texas A&M secures win against Sam Houston at home Southeastern Conference

Click2Houston

Click2HoustonCenter14h ago

Houston shines from space in stunning day-and-night images

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Houston shines from space in stunning day-and-night images Click2Houston

ABC13 Houston

ABC13 HoustonCenter16h ago

Former UH, current Buffalo Bills player Ed Oliver mourns son after reported drowning

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Former UH, current Buffalo Bills player Ed Oliver mourns son after reported drowning ABC13 Houston

Click2Houston

Click2HoustonCenter18h ago

Seeing lovebugs around Houston? You’re not alone

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Seeing lovebugs around Houston? You’re not alone Click2Houston

The Mercury News

The Mercury NewsCenter22h ago

Big 12 forecast: BYU, Houston, Texas Tech and Arizona top our projections for the conference race

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Big 12 forecast: BYU, Houston, Texas Tech and Arizona top our projections for the conference race The Mercury News

The New York Times

The New York TimesCenter22h ago

NHL’s Bill Daly says expansion team in Houston or Austin could play by 2029-30 - The Athletic

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NHL’s Bill Daly says expansion team in Houston or Austin could play by 2029-30 - The Athletic The New York Times

Click2Houston

Click2HoustonCenter1 day ago

Houston Public Library celebrates Julia Ideson Building’s 100th birthday with tours, film and exhibits

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Houston Public Library celebrates Julia Ideson Building’s 100th birthday with tours, film and exhibits Click2Houston

ABC13 Houston

ABC13 HoustonCenter1 day ago

Driver killed in crash with semi-truck that shut down West Mount Houston Road, Harris County Sheriff's Office says

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Driver killed in crash with semi-truck that shut down West Mount Houston Road, Harris County Sheriff's Office says ABC13 Houston

KHOU

KHOUCenter1 day ago

Domestic assault call leaves pregnant woman injured in southwest Houston, police say | Husband arrested

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Domestic assault call leaves pregnant woman injured in southwest Houston, police say | Husband arrested KHOU

The Daily News | Texas' Oldest Newspaper

The Daily News | Texas' Oldest NewspaperCenter1 day ago

Aug 20, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans quarterback Brett Rypien (16) runs with the ball during the fourth quarter against the Las Vegas Raiders at Reliant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Aug 20, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans quarterback Brett Rypien (16) runs with the ball during the fourth quarter against the Las Vegas Raiders at Reliant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images The Daily News | Texas' Oldest Newspaper

Higher Ed Dive

Higher Ed DiveCenter1 day ago

University of Houston slashes 40% of courses from its core curriculum

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University of Houston slashes 40% of courses from its core curriculum Higher Ed Dive

Houston Public Media

Houston Public MediaCenter1 day ago

Hello Houston (August 21, 2026)

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Hello Houston (August 21, 2026) Houston Public Media

FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth

FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort WorthCenter1 day ago

FILE – DFW Airport opens new gates with luxury seating

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FILE – DFW Airport opens new gates with luxury seating FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth

Houston Public Media

Houston Public MediaCenter1 day ago

UH removes over 45% of courses from its ‘core’ curriculum to comply with SB 37

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UH removes over 45% of courses from its ‘core’ curriculum to comply with SB 37 Houston Public Media

Houston Public Media

Houston Public MediaCenter1 day ago

Texas court denies petition to block Galveston County precinct map weeks before election

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Texas court denies petition to block Galveston County precinct map weeks before election Houston Public Media

Houston Public Media

Houston Public MediaCenter1 day ago

Trump to visit Houston to award Artemis II crew members medals of honor

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Trump to visit Houston to award Artemis II crew members medals of honor Houston Public Media

Houston Public Media

Houston Public MediaCenter1 day ago

Will Houston or Austin land the NHL’s next team?

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Will Houston or Austin land the NHL’s next team? Houston Public Media

ABC13 Houston

ABC13 HoustonCenter1 day ago

Power outage causes municipal courts to close, City of Houston officials say

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Power outage causes municipal courts to close, City of Houston officials say ABC13 Houston

ABC13 Houston

ABC13 HoustonCenter1 day ago

Police officers rescue man from house fire in Montrose area, HPD says

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Police officers rescue man from house fire in Montrose area, HPD says ABC13 Houston

KHOU

KHOUCenter1 day ago

H-E-B, Kroger and Mi Tienda among Houston-area robbery targets, FBI says

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H-E-B, Kroger and Mi Tienda among Houston-area robbery targets, FBI says KHOU

The Daily News | Texas' Oldest Newspaper

The Daily News | Texas' Oldest NewspaperCenter1 day ago

Aug 20, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans running back Woody Marks (4) breaks the tackle of Las Vegas Raiders safety Treydan Stukes (31) and linebacker Tommy Eichenberg (44) for a touchdown in the first half at Reliant Stadium. Mandatory Cre

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Aug 20, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans running back Woody Marks (4) breaks the tackle of Las Vegas Raiders safety Treydan Stukes (31) and linebacker Tommy Eichenberg (44) for a touchdown in the first half at Reliant Stadium. Mandatory Cre The Daily News | Texas' Oldest Newspaper

The Real Deal

The Real DealCenter1 day ago

Swamp cooler: Houston now requires landlords to provide working air conditioning in all rentals

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Swamp cooler: Houston now requires landlords to provide working air conditioning in all rentals The Real Deal

Houston Public Media

Houston Public MediaCenter2 days ago

Cornered by Big Bend backlash, Texas Republicans tread carefully around Trump

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Cornered by Big Bend backlash, Texas Republicans tread carefully around Trump Houston Public Media

Houston Public Media

Houston Public MediaCenter2 days ago

Avoiding eviction (Aug. 21, 2026)

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Avoiding eviction (Aug. 21, 2026) Houston Public Media

Space City Weather

Space City WeatherCenter2 days ago

A weekend of 100s awaits the Houston area but a few folks may hit the rain jackpot

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A weekend of 100s awaits the Houston area but a few folks may hit the rain jackpot Space City Weather

judolphins.com

judolphins.comCenter2 days ago

Dolphins Open 2026 With Road Shutout at Houston Christian

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Dolphins Open 2026 With Road Shutout at Houston Christian judolphins.com

Houston Public Media

Houston Public MediaCenter2 days ago

ERCOT says it plans to complete governor’s data center audit by December

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ERCOT says it plans to complete governor’s data center audit by December Houston Public Media

ABC13 Houston

ABC13 HoustonCenter2 days ago

19-year-old arrested after allegedly stabbing pregnant woman who is dating her ex-boyfriend, court documents show

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19-year-old arrested after allegedly stabbing pregnant woman who is dating her ex-boyfriend, court documents show ABC13 Houston

Houston Public Media

Houston Public MediaCenter2 days ago

Deer Park police officer suspended after admitting to the misuse of Flock cameras

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Deer Park police officer suspended after admitting to the misuse of Flock cameras Houston Public Media

Houston Chronicle

Houston ChronicleLeftB2 days ago

Could Texas see snow this winter? Almanac outlook is out

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Could Texas see snow this winter? Almanac outlook is out Houston Chronicle

FOX 26 Houston

FOX 26 HoustonCenter2 days ago

5 Houston-area residents charged in $1M tax refund scheme

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5 Houston-area residents charged in $1M tax refund scheme FOX 26 Houston

Chron

ChronCenter2 days ago

Boo: One of our favorite fried chicken spots in Houston is closing.

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Boo: One of our favorite fried chicken spots in Houston is closing. Chron

Houston Public Media

Houston Public MediaCenter2 days ago

Former Texas Lottery chief heads to court. Here’s how the agency’s troubles unfolded

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Former Texas Lottery chief heads to court. Here’s how the agency’s troubles unfolded Houston Public Media

Houston Public Media

Houston Public MediaCenter2 days ago

Police investigating body found at Houston ISD middle school

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Police investigating body found at Houston ISD middle school Houston Public Media

Click2Houston

Click2HoustonCenter2 days ago

5 Houston-area residents charged in $1 million Treasury check scheme

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5 Houston-area residents charged in $1 million Treasury check scheme Click2Houston

Texas Scorecard

Texas ScorecardCenter2 days ago

Houston Appeals Ruling Against Minority Contracting Program

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Houston Appeals Ruling Against Minority Contracting Program Texas Scorecard

Spectrum News

Spectrum NewsCenter2 days ago

Houston ISD restructures its special education classrooms

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Houston ISD restructures its special education classrooms Spectrum News

The Washington Post

The Washington PostCenterA3 days ago

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott takes aim at Muslim washing stations in airports

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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott takes aim at Muslim washing stations in airports The Washington Post

Environment America

Environment AmericaCenter3 days ago

NEW REPORT: Pollution puts swimmers at risk in Texas rivers and lakes

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NEW REPORT: Pollution puts swimmers at risk in Texas rivers and lakes Environment America

Houston Public Media

Houston Public MediaCenter3 days ago

Texas could get more control over Head Start. What would that mean for childcare?

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Texas could get more control over Head Start. What would that mean for childcare? Houston Public Media

Texas Monthly

Texas MonthlyCenter3 days ago

Shenandoah, TX: Your Basecamp for Enjoying the Greater North Houston/Woodlands Area

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Shenandoah, TX: Your Basecamp for Enjoying the Greater North Houston/Woodlands Area Texas Monthly

Houston Public Media

Houston Public MediaCenter3 days ago

Opponents of Big Bend border construction take protest to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission

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Opponents of Big Bend border construction take protest to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission Houston Public Media

Houston Chronicle

Houston ChronicleLeftB3 days ago

Jeremy Peña is 'pretty sore' after hit by pitch on hand but X-rays negative

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Jeremy Peña is 'pretty sore' after hit by pitch on hand but X-rays negative Houston Chronicle

Click2Houston

Click2HoustonCenter3 days ago

How a small Houston-area city helped Flock cameras take off nationwide

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How a small Houston-area city helped Flock cameras take off nationwide Click2Houston

Click2Houston

Click2HoustonCenter3 days ago

Houston-area YouTuber stabbed while livestreaming at Clear Lake boat ramp

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Houston-area YouTuber stabbed while livestreaming at Clear Lake boat ramp Click2Houston

Houston Chronicle

Houston ChronicleLeftB3 days ago

Houston, The Woodlands to consider blocking future annexation via $50M agreement

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Houston, The Woodlands to consider blocking future annexation via $50M agreement Houston Chronicle

ABC13 Houston

ABC13 HoustonCenter3 days ago

Advanced manufacturing is expanding in Houston and it's leading to hundreds of jobs

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Advanced manufacturing is expanding in Houston and it's leading to hundreds of jobs ABC13 Houston

Houston Public Media

Houston Public MediaCenter3 days ago

Texas-based oil companies among first to sign contracts with Venezuela

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Texas-based oil companies among first to sign contracts with Venezuela Houston Public Media

ABC13 Houston

ABC13 HoustonCenter3 days ago

Polie Phan found guilty of capital murder after two marijuana businessman found dead on TC Jester in 2023

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Polie Phan found guilty of capital murder after two marijuana businessman found dead on TC Jester in 2023 ABC13 Houston

ABC13 Houston

ABC13 HoustonCenter3 days ago

18-wheeler's shifting load of pipes prompts closure of westbound lanes of Katy Freeway at West Loop

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18-wheeler's shifting load of pipes prompts closure of westbound lanes of Katy Freeway at West Loop ABC13 Houston

Houston Public Media

Houston Public MediaCenter3 days ago

Concerns about the New World screwworm have put Texas pet adoptions on hold

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Concerns about the New World screwworm have put Texas pet adoptions on hold Houston Public Media

FOX 26 Houston

FOX 26 HoustonCenter3 days ago

Houston tops list of U.S. cities with worst road rage

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Houston tops list of U.S. cities with worst road rage FOX 26 Houston

Click2Houston

Click2HoustonCenter3 days ago

4,000 acres of Sam Houston National Forest could lose roadless protections

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4,000 acres of Sam Houston National Forest could lose roadless protections Click2Houston

ABC13 Houston

ABC13 HoustonCenter3 days ago

Houston City Council passes ordinance requiring rental units to provide air conditioning

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Houston City Council passes ordinance requiring rental units to provide air conditioning ABC13 Houston

Texas Scorecard

Texas ScorecardCenter3 days ago

Houston-area Flock Camera Scrutiny Grows as Two More Agencies Take Action

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Houston-area Flock Camera Scrutiny Grows as Two More Agencies Take Action Texas Scorecard

Houston Public Media

Houston Public MediaCenter3 days ago

Much of Texas to reach highs of over 100 degrees this weekend

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Much of Texas to reach highs of over 100 degrees this weekend Houston Public Media

Houston Chronicle

Houston ChronicleLeftB3 days ago

These 10 Houston ZIP codes have the biggest gaps in FEMA’s flood-risk maps

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These 10 Houston ZIP codes have the biggest gaps in FEMA’s flood-risk maps Houston Chronicle

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National Technical Institute Celebrates 232 Houston Graduates

Former UH football star Ed Oliver mourning drowning death of 2-year-old son

Texas A&M secures win against Sam Houston at home

Houston shines from space in stunning day-and-night images

Former UH, current Buffalo Bills player Ed Oliver mourns son after reported drowning

Seeing lovebugs around Houston? You’re not alone

Big 12 forecast: BYU, Houston, Texas Tech and Arizona top our projections for the conference race

NHL’s Bill Daly says expansion team in Houston or Austin could play by 2029-30 - The Athletic

Houston Public Library celebrates Julia Ideson Building’s 100th birthday with tours, film and exhibits

Driver killed in crash with semi-truck that shut down West Mount Houston Road, Harris County Sheriff's Office says

Domestic assault call leaves pregnant woman injured in southwest Houston, police say | Husband arrested

Aug 20, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans quarterback Brett Rypien (16) runs with the ball during the fourth quarter against the Las Vegas Raiders at Reliant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

University of Houston slashes 40% of courses from its core curriculum

Hello Houston (August 21, 2026)

FILE – DFW Airport opens new gates with luxury seating

UH removes over 45% of courses from its ‘core’ curriculum to comply with SB 37

Texas court denies petition to block Galveston County precinct map weeks before election

Trump to visit Houston to award Artemis II crew members medals of honor

Will Houston or Austin land the NHL’s next team?

Power outage causes municipal courts to close, City of Houston officials say

Police officers rescue man from house fire in Montrose area, HPD says

H-E-B, Kroger and Mi Tienda among Houston-area robbery targets, FBI says

Aug 20, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans running back Woody Marks (4) breaks the tackle of Las Vegas Raiders safety Treydan Stukes (31) and linebacker Tommy Eichenberg (44) for a touchdown in the first half at Reliant Stadium. Mandatory Cre

Swamp cooler: Houston now requires landlords to provide working air conditioning in all rentals

Cornered by Big Bend backlash, Texas Republicans tread carefully around Trump

Avoiding eviction (Aug. 21, 2026)

A weekend of 100s awaits the Houston area but a few folks may hit the rain jackpot

Dolphins Open 2026 With Road Shutout at Houston Christian

ERCOT says it plans to complete governor’s data center audit by December

19-year-old arrested after allegedly stabbing pregnant woman who is dating her ex-boyfriend, court documents show

Deer Park police officer suspended after admitting to the misuse of Flock cameras

Could Texas see snow this winter? Almanac outlook is out

5 Houston-area residents charged in $1M tax refund scheme

Boo: One of our favorite fried chicken spots in Houston is closing.

Former Texas Lottery chief heads to court. Here’s how the agency’s troubles unfolded

Police investigating body found at Houston ISD middle school

5 Houston-area residents charged in $1 million Treasury check scheme

Houston Appeals Ruling Against Minority Contracting Program

Houston ISD restructures its special education classrooms

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott takes aim at Muslim washing stations in airports

NEW REPORT: Pollution puts swimmers at risk in Texas rivers and lakes

Texas could get more control over Head Start. What would that mean for childcare?

Shenandoah, TX: Your Basecamp for Enjoying the Greater North Houston/Woodlands Area

Opponents of Big Bend border construction take protest to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission

Jeremy Peña is 'pretty sore' after hit by pitch on hand but X-rays negative

How a small Houston-area city helped Flock cameras take off nationwide

Houston-area YouTuber stabbed while livestreaming at Clear Lake boat ramp

Houston, The Woodlands to consider blocking future annexation via $50M agreement

Advanced manufacturing is expanding in Houston and it's leading to hundreds of jobs

Texas-based oil companies among first to sign contracts with Venezuela

Polie Phan found guilty of capital murder after two marijuana businessman found dead on TC Jester in 2023

18-wheeler's shifting load of pipes prompts closure of westbound lanes of Katy Freeway at West Loop

Concerns about the New World screwworm have put Texas pet adoptions on hold

Houston tops list of U.S. cities with worst road rage

4,000 acres of Sam Houston National Forest could lose roadless protections

Houston City Council passes ordinance requiring rental units to provide air conditioning

Houston-area Flock Camera Scrutiny Grows as Two More Agencies Take Action

Much of Texas to reach highs of over 100 degrees this weekend

These 10 Houston ZIP codes have the biggest gaps in FEMA’s flood-risk maps

Broken AC? Houston landlords now have to fix it

Michelin Guide makes big change to 2026 Texas restaurant announcement

New report warns of E. coli contamination in Houston bayous and Texas waterways

Houston renters will soon have a right to working A/C under new city rules

Gov. Abbott proposes ban on H-1B visa use for Texas public schools during campaign stop

Pedestrian hit and killed on Moline Street at Telephone Road, HPD says

Tesla plans $10 billion solar cell factory for Houston suburb

Which Houston-area school districts allow corporal punishment?

3 men shot in NE Houston; crashed vehicles found with bullet holes, HPD says

A surrogate’s fight for parental rights in Dallas could discourage surrogacy use in Texas, lawyers say

The week in politics (Aug. 19, 2026)

Houston man dead after SUV slams tree, catches fire on Potomac Drive

Man wanted and charged with murdering woman, injuring 3 others on Fairland Drive in Sunnyside, HPD says

Houston Police Department is the top Flock camera searcher in Lucas County, Ohio data shows

USDA inspections find multiple violations at Houston-area aquarium and animal preserve

City of Houston asks court to reconsider ruling that minority-owned business program is unconstitutional

Frank Beard, the drummer for legendary Houston rock band ZZ Top, dies at age 77

Minnesota sues Gov. Abbott as ICE agent charged in shooting faces possible release in Texas