FIFA World Cup 2026: Here’s what we do — and don’t — know about preparations
Houston’s 2026 FIFA World Cup plans include seven matches at NRG Stadium, a Fan Festival in EaDo, expanded METRO service, rising hotel demand, security funding, and a DR Congo team base camp. Here’s what we know and what remains unclear.
Houston’s 2026 FIFA World Cup plans include seven matches at NRG Stadium, a Fan Festival in EaDo, expanded METRO service, rising hotel demand, security funding, and a DR Congo team base camp. Here’s what we know and what remains unclear.
Robert Cluck, mayor who brought Dallas Cowboys to Arlington, dies at 87
Former Arlington Mayor Dr. Robert N. Cluck, a visionary leader who transformed the city into a global sports and economic destination by bringing the Dallas Cowboys to town, has passed away at the age of 87.
Former Arlington Mayor Dr. Robert N. Cluck, a visionary leader who transformed the city into a global sports and economic destination by bringing the Dallas Cowboys to town, has passed away at the age of 87.
Pasadena crime: Man facing murder charge following stabbing on Mobile Drive
One man is behind bars in connection to a deadly stabbing that occurred on Monday in Pasadena, officials said.
One man is behind bars in connection to a deadly stabbing that occurred on Monday in Pasadena, officials said.
Defendants get combined 96 years for Lubbock meth trafficking ring
The final defendant connected to a large-scale meth trafficking ring in Lubbock has been sentenced.
The final defendant connected to a large-scale meth trafficking ring in Lubbock has been sentenced.
Experimental Cancer therapy shows promise in extending survival for brain tumor patients
Researchers with Diakonos Oncology are working to extend the lives of other patients diagnosed with other forms of cancer.
Researchers with Diakonos Oncology are working to extend the lives of other patients diagnosed with other forms of cancer.
Carnival Cruise ship rescues sailor and his cat from sailboat in distress
A sailor and his cat are safe after being rescued by a Carnival Cruise ship on Tuesday night, according to a release.
A sailor and his cat are safe after being rescued by a Carnival Cruise ship on Tuesday night, according to a release.
Texas' rising gas prices hit drivers hard with major year over year spike
These cities currently lead Texas with the lowest fuel costs, even as statewide gas and diesel prices remain significantly higher than they were a year ago.
These cities currently lead Texas with the lowest fuel costs, even as statewide gas and diesel prices remain significantly higher than they were a year ago.
Hartwick Road shooting: Boyfriend runs over man who shot his girlfriend, authorities say
A woman who was returning home from church was shot by a man who had an infatuation with her, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office. Authorities say the woman's boyfriend then ran over the suspect.
A woman who was returning home from church was shot by a man who had an infatuation with her, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office. Authorities say the woman's boyfriend then ran over the suspect.
James Talarico breaks national fundraising record in first quarter for Senate race
Texas state Rep. James Talarico has raised $27 million for his U.S. Senate campaign in the first quarter of 2026, breaking the record for any Senate candidate in a U.S. race.
Texas state Rep. James Talarico has raised $27 million for his U.S. Senate campaign in the first quarter of 2026, breaking the record for any Senate candidate in a U.S. race.
Houston weather: Warm temperatures expected for Thursday
More heat is on the way as Fleet Week continues in the Houston area.
More heat is on the way as Fleet Week continues in the Houston area.
Texas man sentenced to prison for tax evasion on Tax Day
A San Antonio man was sentenced to prison on Tax Day for dodging over $300,000 in taxes.
A San Antonio man was sentenced to prison on Tax Day for dodging over $300,000 in taxes.
Harris County set to consider 'Sanctuary' anti-ICE policy
The battle over the degree of cooperation local law enforcement should share with ICE is poised to surface at Thursday's meeting of Harris County Commissioners Court.
The battle over the degree of cooperation local law enforcement should share with ICE is poised to surface at Thursday's meeting of Harris County Commissioners Court.
Houston $100M funding crisis: HPD overtime suspended as city hall, Austin clash over immigration policy
Houston faces a public safety crisis as Texas has frozen over $100M in funding. Discover how a dispute over immigration ordinances is impacting HPD overtime and World Cup security plans.
Houston faces a public safety crisis as Texas has frozen over $100M in funding. Discover how a dispute over immigration ordinances is impacting HPD overtime and World Cup security plans.
Electric company workers injured in incident at El Paso power station
Two electric company employees were injured Wednesday in an incident at an El Paso power substation.
Two electric company employees were injured Wednesday in an incident at an El Paso power substation.
Camp Mystic hearing Day 3: Judge moves trial date and evidence deadline
A legal battle is intensifying over the future of Camp Mystic as families of flood victims fight to block the camp’s reopening and preserve the site for the ongoing search for a missing 8-year-old girl.
A legal battle is intensifying over the future of Camp Mystic as families of flood victims fight to block the camp’s reopening and preserve the site for the ongoing search for a missing 8-year-old girl.
'Welcome back': Houston's NRG Stadium returning to 'Reliant' name
Reliant's stadium return has been a long-term request since switching to NRG over a decade ago.
Reliant's stadium return has been a long-term request since switching to NRG over a decade ago.
Dilley ICE detainee at risk of death from lack of medical care, attorney says
Attorneys for a family held in a Dilley, Texas, ICE facility said the family has been held at the facility for nearly a year without proper medical care, leaving them with serious health issues and the mother at risk of death.
Attorneys for a family held in a Dilley, Texas, ICE facility said the family has been held at the facility for nearly a year without proper medical care, leaving them with serious health issues and the mother at risk of death.
Body found in drainage canal in northeast Houston
An investigation is underway after a body was found in a small drainage canal on Wednesday afternoon, authorities said.
An investigation is underway after a body was found in a small drainage canal on Wednesday afternoon, authorities said.
Dallas, Houston, and Austin rank among best U.S. cities for college graduates, study says
A new report from Redfin and Glassdoor names Dallas, Houston, and Austin among the top 10 U.S. cities for recent college graduates based on job opportunities, salaries, and housing affordability.
A new report from Redfin and Glassdoor names Dallas, Houston, and Austin among the top 10 U.S. cities for recent college graduates based on job opportunities, salaries, and housing affordability.
Cornyn has small lead over Paxton in new Senate runoff poll
In a new poll ahead of the May 26 runoff for U.S. Senate, Texans appear to be leaning slightly toward four-term incumbent John Cornyn for their Republican nominee.
In a new poll ahead of the May 26 runoff for U.S. Senate, Texans appear to be leaning slightly toward four-term incumbent John Cornyn for their Republican nominee.