Record number of Americans say their financial outlook is ‘getting worse’

A new survey finds rising costs still dominate Americans’ concerns, with a record share saying their financial situation is getting worse. Here’s what to know.

Talarico leads Paxton, Cornyn in new US Senate race poll

Democratic state Rep. James Talarico is leading both of his potential opponents in the U.S. Senate race, according to a new poll.

Texas mariachi brothers to play with Kacey Musgraves at Gruene Hall

Three teens who were detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement and held at a pair of South Texas migrant detention centers for two weeks earlier this year are opening for music superstar Kacey Musgraves after the musician announced three shows in the Lone Star State to promote her new album.

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.

Harris County catalytic converter theft sentences rarely hit max under Texas law

A Texas law passed to crack down on catalytic converter thefts after the killing of a Harris County deputy is facing new scrutiny, as a review of recent cases shows none of the convicted offenders received the tougher penalties lawmakers intended.

Harris County: 17 dogs rescued from unsafe living conditions

An owner voluntarily signed over 17 dogs to Harris County Animal Control after an investigation at a home in Harris County, officials said.

Texas investigative report finds fatal 2025 Camp Mystic flood deaths were preventable

An investigative report presented to Texas lawmakers details how critical leadership delays and a lack of emergency preparedness led to the preventable deaths of 27 girls and counselors during a flash flood at Camp Mystic.

'The Voice' singer Dylan Carter's cause of death revealed: Report

Rising country singer and former contestant of "The Voice," Dylan Carter, has died at 24. His cause of death has been revealed, according to a report.