Joseph Rowe
Joseph Rowe is a member of the Texas Regional Digital Content team, reporting on statewide news.
Joseph joined the team in 2025 after spending two years a digital platform manager at The Weather Channel in Atlanta, Georgia.
Originally from Southern California, Joseph completed his high school education in Mansfield, Texas and graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas. Upon completing his degree in Mass Communications in 2021, Joseph was recognized by the National Association of Collegiate Marketing Association (NACMA) for the best "Digital Video Segment" and best "Multi-platform Branding Campaign" regarding his work with SFA Athletics.
Joseph covers a wide range of topics from crime and safety, political news, sports, and weather.
The latest from Joseph Rowe
Gov. Abbott targets 'out-of-control' property taxes with new five-point tax relief plan
Governor Abbott is proposing a sweeping overhaul of the Texas property tax system that would cap annual appraisal growth at 3% and create a constitutional pathway for voters to eliminate school district taxes for homeowners.
H-E-B partners with Wienerschnitzel to launch frozen corn dogs in 250 Texas stores
H-E-B has become the exclusive Texas retailer for Wienerschnitzel’s frozen corn dogs, marking the iconic fast-food chain’s first-ever move into grocery stores across 250 locations.
Texas secures $68M settlement to freeze land sales at Colony Ridge
Texas and the DOJ have reached a $68 million settlement with Colony Ridge developers to halt "illegal" development, freeze new property sales for three years, and implement strict new buyer identification and lending requirements.
Houston-area schools, districts earn spots on 2025 Texas Honor Roll
The 2025 Texas Honor Roll recognizes the top 15% of the state's schools and districts for high academic achievement and success in closing gaps for economically disadvantaged students.
Texas man pleads guilty in $2.1 million ‘meme stock’ Ponzi scheme
A Mont Belvieu man faces up to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to running a $2.1 million "meme stock" Ponzi scheme that defrauded his friends and colleagues.
Texas man escalates lawsuit against California doctor over mailed abortion pills
A Galveston County man has escalated his federal lawsuit against a California doctor by adding allegations of a second abortion and challenging California protection laws under a new Texas civil statute.
Kevin Durant makes history as oldest all-star in Rockets history, following 2026 selection
At age 37, Kevin Durant makes history as the oldest All-Star in Rockets history, securing his 16th career selection while closing in on elite NBA scoring milestones.
Teen girl among 2 shot during altercation outside Houston club
A 17-year-old girl and a 20-year-old man are in stable condition after being shot during a parking lot dispute outside a Houston club.
1 dead, child hospitalized after fatal crash on Gulf Freeway
A fatal early-morning collision on the Gulf Freeway left one man dead and a 9-year-old girl hospitalized after a truck struck a disabled vehicle and its driver.
Whataburger is giving away free biscuits this week. Here's how to get yours
Grab a free Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit at Whataburger this Wednesday morning between 6 a.m. and 11 a.m. while supplies last.