Royal Caribbean doubles down on Texas; Icon of the Seas leads 3-ship Galveston expansion

Royal Caribbean is dramatically expanding its presence in Texas by announcing that its flagship vessel, the Icon of the Seas, will homeport in Galveston starting in August 2027, joined by two other major ships.

What are portable, assumable mortgages?

The Trump administration is proposing 50-year, portable and assumable mortgages to boost housing affordability, but experts are also warning of market trade-offs. Here's what to know.

One arrested, two wanted after $1,000 Lego theft from Harris County Target

Harris County deputies are searching for two suspects involved in the alleged theft of Legos from a Target after one other suspect has already been arrested.

Only one Texas city will offer new Chick-fil-A chicken and waffles sandwich

There are only two cities in the nation that are expected to offer the new Chick-fil-A chicken & waffles sandwich starting Dec. 1. The two cities are test markets for the new menu option.

How every Texas House member voted on reopening the government

Twenty-four of the 25 House Republicans from Texas voted to pass a bill ending the nation's longest government shutdown (43 days).

Student speech under scrutiny as Texas lawmakers hold first hearing after Charlie Kirk's death

Texas lawmakers are holding their initial hearing Thursday to review campus expression at public universities, an effort sparked by student reactions following the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

Trinity River drowning: Father's body recovered after attempt to rescue son

The father who apparently drowned while trying to rescue his son and son's friend from Trinity River has been recovered after days, officials report.

Idaho student murders: A look back at the case on the 3-year anniversary

The shocking case received national attention since Nov. 13, 2022, when four students were found stabbed to death in an off-campus rental home in Moscow, Idaho.

Is Matthew McConaughey running for governor? Viral TikTok has fans dazed and confused

Social media has been buzzing with speculation this week after hyper realistic "McConaughey for Governor" signs popped up across the state, prompting Texas residents to ask: How do I place my vote?

Balloon release held for father of 7-week-old killed in Almeda crash

On November 2, Houston Police say a drunk driver ran a red light at the intersection of West Orem Drive and Almeda Road in Southwest Houston.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire insists HPD not involved in immigration enforcement

Houston Mayor John Whitmire is pushing back on those who've suggested HPD officers have been ordered to co-operate with ICE agents taking undocumented residents into custody for deportation.