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.

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.

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.

Baytown apartment residents say days-long power outage has left them scrambling for answers

Residents at a Baytown apartment complex say they were left without power for days, forcing some to throw away groceries and find other places to stay. CenterPoint says the issue involves customer-owned equipment on the property, not the company’s infrastructure.

Houston eyes $1.5B economic impact, world record ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026

Houston is gearing up for a record-breaking FIFA World Cup activation on April 11 at Hermann Park, featuring a quarter-mile line of 1,000 soccer balls and a guest appearance by legend DeMarcus Beasley.