Election officials clarify ballot laws after text message confuses Brazoria County voters

Voters in Brazoria County Precinct 2 received text messages falsely claiming that votes for the late Republican candidate, Judge Richard Davis, would not count in the general election.

ICE agents involved in Harris County crash; man taken to hospital, DHS releases statement

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents were involved in a minor crash in Harris County on Thursday morning while attempting to apprehend a man, officials say.

Houston weather: Warm afternoons, pleasant nights on the way for the next few days

After another pleasant morning in the 50s & 60s Friday, we'll warm into the mid to upper 80s for the afternoon, with low 80s near the coast under plenty of sunshine.

Houston-area students taste-test future school lunch menus

The annual four-hour event connects child nutrition directors with vendors while showcasing emerging trends in school nutrition.

Texas reaches settlement with Lululemon over ‘forever chemicals’ concerns

The Texas Attorney General's Office on Thursday announced that a settlement has been reached between the state and activewear company, Lululemon, over the potential presence of toxic chemicals in their products.

New World screwworm found in elk killed by Texas hunter

New World screwworm was recently found in an elk that was killed by a Texas hunter, according to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas drops Medicare Advantage plans for 2027

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas announced it will stop offering its Medicare Advantage and Medicare prescription drug plans in 2027 to private customers, requiring them to select new coverage.

Paxton, Talarico tied in Texas Senate race: FOX News poll

The hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas between Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton and Democratic state Rep. James Talarico is even, according to a FOX News poll.

Map: Harris County voting locations with most early ballots cast

Hundreds of thousands have voted early in Harris County for the Nov. 3 midterm election. Explore our interactive map showing which of the county's 75 polling locations have seen the most early voters.

Texas Lottery generates $1.85 billion for state programs in first fiscal year under TDLR

Under TDLR management, the Texas Lottery generated $1.85 billion in FY 2026 for public education and veterans' services, marking its fifth-largest contribution in history.

Mexican national convicted in Texas for using stolen identity of dead infant for 40 years

Vidal Blanco-Blas was convicted by a federal jury in Texas for using a deceased infant's identity for more than 40 years to obtain a U.S. passport and commit drug crimes.

Chickenpox outbreak at Shepherd High School: What parents should know

Shepherd ISD is warning families about a chickenpox outbreak at Shepherd High School, saying it is monitoring the situation and taking precautions to protect students and staff.