Texas Army reservist says wife detained after immigration check-in in Houston while asylum case was pending

A Texas Army reservist says his wife was detained after a routine immigration check-in and never came home. Her attorney says she had a pending asylum case and had been complying with requirements. She is now being held in a Houston detention facility as her legal team prepares for a hearing.

Houston traffic tips to know before Thursday's big sports day

Thursday will be a very busy day across the City of Houston. That means traffic problems for everyone across the city for a good chunk of the day.

Texas city named as 1 of 3 finalists for Elon Musk's 'Boring Company' projects

After a months-long competition to convince tech mogul Elon Musk's Boring Company to choose a U.S. city for a transit tunnel project, one Texas city has made the cut for the final three in consideration. 

Detailed Harris County cancer prevalence maps released

Harris County Public Health has released comprehensive cancer prevalence data, including interactive maps accessible online.

Houston man launches 'line-sitting' service as TSA wait times soar during partial government shutdown

As the partial government shutdown reaches day 40, Houston entrepreneur Steven Dial is capitalizing on four-hour TSA wait times at IAH by charging travelers $65 an hour to stand in line as a professional placeholder.

2026 FIFA World Cup tickets to go on sale on first-come first-serve basis

FIFA is launching their final, first-come, first-served ticket sales phase on April 1 for the 2026 World Cup. It includes a new seat-selection map and an official resale marketplace.

How Texas plans to save spring crops as Iran War inflates fertilizer, diesel prices

As the war in Iran continues, Texas farmers are weighing their options as the window to fertilize crops for the spring planting season begins to close. The state's agriculture commissioner believes timing, alternatives and Lone Star resilience might prevent disaster for the industry.

Houston police union calls for TSA to join HPD

TSA agents have been calling out or quitting altogether as the partial government shutdown leaves them without pay.

Texas awards $116M in public safety grants for 2026 FIFA World Cup security

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has awarded $116 million in public safety grants to host cities to bolster security, equipment, and emergency coordination ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup.