
With Clint Capela back in Houston, the Rockets gain a true rim protector to help navigate the Western Conference’s surge of dominant frontcourts.
Beyoncé’s much-anticipated “Cowboy Carter” homecoming concert in Houston hit a brief snag Friday night when her iconic flying car stalled mid-air, leaving the superstar suspended as fans watched anxiously.
After the New York Knicks expressed interest in speaking with Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka, the Rockets swiftly shut down the request. They followed it up by securing Udoka with a contract extension that solidifies his place as one of the NBA's top-paid coaches.
As Juneteenth approaches, Houston stands strong in preserving the spirit of the holiday amid a shifting political climate. While some sponsors are pulling back nationwide, key community partners in Houston remain committed to commemorating this essential chapter of American history.
Belly of the Beast, which is owned and operated by Thomas Bille of Spring, was awarded the James Beard Award for Best Chef: Texas in 2025. This achievement represents a significant milestone for the culinary sector in Houston.
Texas families may soon face significant challenges obtaining U.S. citizenship for their newborns, following a Supreme Court ruling allowing a Trump-era executive order to end birthright citizenship to take effect in 30 days.
As hurricane season intensifies, energy experts and critics are calling out CenterPoint Energy for lingering vulnerabilities in its infrastructure. After devastating storms like Hurricane Beryl and the 2024 derecho, many fear the utility’s slow progress could leave millions without power when the subsequent storm strikes.
Houston’s LGBTQ community gathered downtown Saturday afternoon for a lively Pride Festival at City Hall, setting the stage for the city’s 47th annual Pride Parade later in the evening.
Beyoncé’s much-anticipated “Cowboy Carter” homecoming concert in Houston hit a brief snag Friday night when her iconic flying car stalled mid-air, leaving the superstar suspended as fans watched anxiously.
A 64-year-old woman caused a tense standoff on Interstate 45 near Houston Thursday after crashing her car, pulling out a gun, and sitting in a lawn chair in the highway, prompting hours of closures before negotiators resolved the situation peacefully.
A tropical disturbance in the Bay of Campeche may briefly strengthen before moving into Mexico early next week, boosting rain chances in Houston on Sunday but posing no significant threat to Texas.
As Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour touches down in Houston this weekend, the city’s airports are transforming into festive hubs and bracing for their busiest non-holiday travel surge of the summer.
Houston and Galveston-area universities made a notable mark in the 2026 QS World University Rankings, with Rice University leading the way, followed by Texas A&M and the University of Houston, which also secured a global spot.
On Tuesday, U.S. Housing Secretary Marcia Fudge visited Houston to emphasize disaster recovery and homelessness response, provoking demonstrations about city spending priorities. Mayor John Whitmire defended plans to add power generators at public facilities, but critics say after recent storms, housing repairs need greater funding.
As Israeli-Iranian hostilities stretched into a sixth day, Tehran issued a stark warning: any U.S. military involvement could trigger a full-scale regional war. The threat follows escalated rhetoric from former President Donald Trump, who has moved to bolster American forces in the region while signaling a hardline stance toward Iran’s leadership.
Typical summer weather continues across Texas this week, with daily storm chances and highs near 90°F. Meanwhile, the National Hurricane Center is monitoring a tropical disturbance in the Atlantic, though it's not expected to impact the U.S.
Houston Community College is officially changing its name to Houston City College after a board vote on June 18. The rebranding reflects the school's expanding roster of four-year degree programs and its effort to enhance its public image.
Houston continues to cement its status as a national business powerhouse. Already the third-largest metro for Fortune 500 headquarters, it now ranks fourth in U.S. corporate HQ relocations between 2018 and 2024, tied with Phoenix, according to CBRE.
After the New York Knicks expressed interest in speaking with Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka, the Rockets swiftly shut down the request. They followed it up by securing Udoka with a contract extension that solidifies his place as one of the NBA's top-paid coaches.
As Juneteenth approaches, Houston stands strong in preserving the spirit of the holiday amid a shifting political climate. While some sponsors are pulling back nationwide, key community partners in Houston remain committed to commemorating this essential chapter of American history.
Under the direction of Dr. Kenneth Liao, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center in Houston completed the nation's first entirely robotic heart transplant. This achievement is a significant milestone.
A recent study by SmartAsset indicates that the financial bar for a "comfortable" lifestyle in Texas has significantly risen. A single adult now needs to earn over $90,000 annually. At the same time, a family of four requires more than $200,000. These figures underscore the growing financial pressures on residents across the Lone Star State, including those in the rapidly developing Houston metropolitan area and its surrounding communities, such as Conroe.
Belly of the Beast, which is owned and operated by Thomas Bille of Spring, was awarded the James Beard Award for Best Chef: Texas in 2025. This achievement represents a significant milestone for the culinary sector in Houston.
Harris County commissioners have unanimously selected Judge Genesis Draper, a respected criminal court judge and former public defender, as the next Chief Public Defender. Set to take office on July 7, Draper will succeed the retiring Alex Bunin, inheriting a nationally recognized office and aiming to significantly expand its capacity to provide legal defense services and tackle the county's court case backlog.
The Houston area is poised for a series of "No Kings" protests this Saturday, deliberately timed to coincide with President Donald Trump's military-themed parade and birthday celebration in Washington, D.C These demonstrations, organized by the 50501 Movement and various local groups, aim to express widespread opposition to the Trump administration's policies, emphasizing a rejection of what organizers describe as authoritarian tendencies.
Houston and Harris County are once again at odds, this time over how to allocate millions in funding to tackle homelessness, with both governments offering conflicting narratives on how the money will be used.
With major protests planned in Houston this weekend, Mayor John Whitmire is pushing back against Republican Congressman Wesley Hunt’s warning of “riots,” calling it an alarmist take not grounded in local reality.
Houston Texans defensive back Jimmie Ward was arrested early Thursday in Montgomery County after allegedly assaulting and strangling his fiancée during a domestic dispute. The veteran NFL safety faces a serious felony charge.
The Houston Texans have officially signed four-time Pro Bowl running back Nick Chubb, a move that significantly strengthens their offensive backfield. Chubb, who spent seven seasons with the Cleveland Browns, will now join forces with Joe Mixon, creating a formidable rushing attack for the AFC South champions.
Thousands are expected to join a nationwide “No Kings” protest in Houston this Saturday, aligning with anti-Trump demonstrations in over 1,500 U.S. cities. The rally at City Hall challenges President Trump’s immigration policies and coincides with his military parade in Washington, D.C.
President Donald Trump's wide-ranging travel ban officially started early Monday morning, impacting citizens from a dozen nations and imposing heightened restrictions on several others. Despite the significant policy change, Houston Airport System officials announced that they did not anticipate any disruptions or delays for travelers passing through Houston airports.
A massive chlorine leak at Olin Corporation's Freeport facility on May 20 released over 8,000 pounds of the toxic gas, yet thousands of nearby residents reported receiving no official warning. The incident has sparked widespread concern and criticism regarding the effectiveness of local emergency alert systems, which are designed to protect communities from industrial accidents.
As hurricane season approaches, the Houston-Galveston National Weather Service office has nine personnel vacancies, including four meteorologists. Temporary federal hiring exception authorizes 126 nationwide hires. Union representatives call the measure a “band-aid” to NWS staffing shortages that have cost over 600 personnel this year.
Houston Restaurant Weeks is back from August 1 to September 1, 2025, with over 400 participating restaurants. Now in its 22nd year, the event has raised $22 million to benefit the Houston Food Bank. New donation tiers of $1, $3, or $5 per meal reflect rising costs, while continuing the legacy of dining out and giving back.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott on Tuesday signed into law several legislative measures designed to overhaul the state's bail system, marking a significant step in his long-standing effort to curb the release of repeat and violent offenders.
Kevin Granger, the Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics at Texas Southern University, is facing serious allegations of sexual assault in a lawsuit filed this week. A university staff member has accused Granger of making vulgar comments and inappropriately touching her, prompting Texas Southern University to place him on administrative leave and launch an independent investigation.
‘King of the Hill’ actor Jonathan Joss was fatally shot outside his former San Antonio home. Police have charged a suspect as investigations continue.
In Texas, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick's drive to ban legal THC shows hypocrisy and power struggles as detractors question his objectives and legislative failures mount.
A decade after his disappearance, newly uncovered intelligence files confirm that Houston native and freelance journalist Austin Tice was detained by Syria’s Assad regime, ending years of denial from the government and bringing new insight into one of America’s longest-running hostage cases.
Governor Greg Abbott has signed the App Store Accountability Act, a new law aimed at protecting minors online by requiring age verification and parental oversight for users of mobile app stores. The law has received mixed reactions from parents and teens.
The Astros’ injury-plagued rotation took another major hit as manager Joe Espada confirmed starter Ronel Blanco will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery. Blanco becomes the fourth Astros pitcher this year to require the procedure, leaving Houston scrambling to fill rotation spots amid a growing list of sidelined arms.
Houston resident Sandra Jucha is one of many expressing frustration after prolonged power outages this week, questioning CenterPoint Energy’s storm preparedness ahead of hurricane season. Despite recent upgrades, residents say they’re still left in the dark.
A political standoff is escalating at Houston City Hall as Controller Chris Hollins publicly criticizes Mayor John Whitmire’s proposed $7 billion budget, warning it could result in property tax increases and reduced city services, despite the mayor’s claims of balance and reform.
Texas continues to prove its appeal as a place to live, with eight cities landing in U.S. News & World Report’s latest list of the Best Places to Live in the U.S. for 2025–2026. Pearland, a Houston suburb, earned the No. 3 spot nationally.
Overnight storms lit up the skies over Houston with a dramatic lightning display while causing fires, toppling trees, and leaving thousands without power. More rain is expected this week.
New data reveals that many of Houston ISD’s New Education System (NES) high schools struggle to meet state college-readiness benchmarks on the SAT, with some schools seeing fewer than 5% of test-takers reach the minimum standards in math and reading.
A quiet start to Memorial Day in Houston will give way to stormy skies by the afternoon. The National Weather Service forecasts strong winds, heavy rainfall, and thunderstorms that may continue through the week.
Memorial Day weekend in Houston brings heat, humidity, and storm chances. Get the full forecast plus tips to stay safe and updated hurricane season predictions.
Houston's trash pickup troubles may be linked to a long-standing scheduling quirk, according to Mayor John Whitmire, who is backing a major overhaul to improve service.
George Coulam, the controversial founder of the Texas Renaissance Festival, was found dead Wednesday at his home in Todd Mission. He was 87. Authorities are investigating the cause of death.
A Houston judge has ordered the U.S. government to locate Widmer Agelviz-Sanguino, a 24-year-old Venezuelan man deported after being flagged for tattoos at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Federal officials now seek more time to comply, as attorneys claim due process was ignored.
Houstonians are in for another steamy week, with record-challenging heat and limited opportunities for rain on the horizon.
President Joe Biden’s recent cancer diagnosis has prompted an outpouring of support, while reigniting debate over his decision to seek a second term amid concerns about age, health, and political strategy.
A Texas House panel faces backlash from students and professors after it abruptly ended public testimony on a contentious bill. This legislation proposes to transfer authority from faculty members, granting greater control over curriculum and hiring decisions to university regents appointed by political figures.