Kinder Survey reveals huge lapse in job market confidence

Job market confidence among Houston-area residents has experienced its largest single-year plummet since the oil bust of 1982. That was the eye-popping finding of Rice University Kinder Institute researchers in the organization's latest expansive annual survey.

Houston 'Ding-Dong ditch' suspect now facing capital murder of a child charge

The Houston man accused of fatally shooting an 11-year-old boy following a "ding-dong ditch" prank last August is now facing a capital murder of a child charge.

Houston business owner gets prison time over $1.6M in unpaid taxes

A Houston business owner and former CPA has been sentenced to prison for failing to pay over $1.6 million in taxes withheld from his employees' wages. 

Paxton accuses Houston-area business of running birth tourism scheme

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is accusing a Houston-area business of running a “birth-tourism” operation, coaching clients through visa scrutiny and falsely advertising medical and nursing services.

More alligator sightings in Houston area during mating season

It’s alligator mating season, which means there have been more gator sightings across the Houston area. Wildlife experts say this is a normal, seasonal pattern, but it also means residents should be cautious when spending time outdoors near water.

Planning a summer trip? Experts say waiting could cost you

Travel experts say rising jet fuel prices are driving up airfare and making last-minute flight deals harder to find. Here’s how Houston travelers can save this summer.

Houston-area woman targeted by scammers while searching for her lost pet gets her beloved dog back

A Texas woman searching for her lost Yorkie is celebrating a reunion after nearly a week, crediting a microchip for bringing her dog home—and warning others about scammers who targeted her during the search.

French bulldog stolen at gunpoint during walk in Houston neighborhood

A Houston-area family is pleading for help after an armed suspect allegedly stole their French Bulldog, Nova, during a morning walk last Friday, a brazen incident that has shaken the neighborhood and left children who relied on the dog for emotional support heartbroken.

Complaints filed regarding $60,000 taxpayer dollars being used for Houston Mayor's podcast, Comptroller says

Houston City Comptroller Chris Hollins released a statement on Tuesday stating complaints have been received regarding taxpayers dollars being used for Houston Mayor John Whitmire's podcast.

Houston METRO launches new police hub to curb crime on green line

METRO opens a new police substation on Houston’s Green Line as Chief Ban Tien announces a security surge and "decentralization" strategy ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

New Kinder Houston Area Survey identifies 'biggest problem' facing residents

The Rice University Kinder Institute for Urban Research has released the results of its 45th Annual Kinder Houston Area Survey, shedding light on the economic, environmental, and social issues most pressing to local residents.

Parents at Neff Elementary say AC issues continue and causing students to get sick

Parents at Neff Elementary in Sharpstown are speaking out again, raising concerns about ongoing air conditioning issues they say are making classrooms unbearable.