Habitual career thief now wanted for alleged Houston hit-and-run

Following almost 20 felony theft charges within five years in nine Texas counties, a Houston woman is now wanted for a hit-and-run that injured a teen.

Need help with food costs? Back-to-school resources for Houston-area families

Houston-area families struggling with food costs can find help through HISD, Kids’ Meals and the Houston Food Bank. Here’s how to apply for school-meal benefits, locate a pantry and access other assistance

610 South Loop reopens after oil spill

The spill was reported in the eastbound lanes of I-610 near Broad Street.

Houston weather: Gulf moisture increases humidity, rain chances

Deeper Gulf moisture moves into Southeast Texas, increasing humidity and helping fuel more clouds and afternoon rain chances.

DOJ: Kingwood clinic owner sentenced for selling 3 million opioids to 'drug dealers'

Officials say the owner of a Kingwood clinic sold prescriptions for opioids to drug dealers who posed as “providers." The charges were tied to a nationwide crackdown that led to over 300 being charged for alleged healthcare fraud.

Houston weather: Hot, humid Wednesday with late-day storms

Highs will reach the upper 90s across much of the Houston area today, with heat index values around 103 to 105. Most areas will stay rain-free, but an isolated shower or storm could develop late in the day.

Man charged with murder after alleged fentanyl delivery killed 18-year-old

According to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, the investigation began in January 2026 when High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Group 1 investigators launched an investigation into Avery Williams, 30.

Harris County suspected serial squatter evicted 9 times in same zip code, same precinct

Court records show Carmen Mata has been ordered evicted multiple times in recent years, while the property owner claims she has used the same explanation with several landlords.

University of Houston student says financial aid change left her scrambling before fall semester

A University of Houston student says she is searching for new ways to pay for school after learning that a state grant she expected to receive will no longer be available as a separate financial aid program.

Houston Texans detail Toro District timeline, future options for Reliant Stadium campus

The Houston Texans remain on track to break ground on their new Toro District facility in Cypress late this year, moving daily operations and training camp there by 2029 while keeping home games at Reliant Stadium.

Texas releases first Education Freedom Account participation data; Houston-area districts among top recipients

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Houston Methodist Hospital recognized among country's best in U.S. News & World Report Honor Roll

Houston Methodist Hospital has been named to the U.S. News & World Report's Honor Roll (best hospitals in the country) for the 10th time and is the number 1 hospital in Texas, according to a release.