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New road signs aim to slow cars — and save Galveston’s ghost wolves
Wildlife crossing signs have been installed in Galveston to protect the ghost wolves. Here’s what you need to know.
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Pearland greenlights Orchard at Lower Kirby, a new 122-acre mixed-use development
A new 122-acre development was recently approved by the Pearland City Council. Here’s what you need to know.
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Crowd at Houston ‘No Kings’ protest rallies around shared declaration
During the ‘No Kings’ protest, one speaker reminded the crowd that the fight is bigger than a moment. Houston showed what that looks like: diverse, strong, and welcoming.
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That meteor you saw? Part of it might be sitting in a field near Houston right now
A meteor streaked across the Texas sky this weekend. Here’s where you can look for meteorites in its wake.
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Commissioners Court pushes for Judge Lina Hidalgo’s resignation
At Harris County Commissioners Court, Commissioner Tom Ramsey is calling for Judge Lina Hidalgo to resign amid recent controversy at the Houston Rodeo. He says with hurricane season and the FIFA World Cup ahead, the county needs stronger leadership. Commissioners also honored the Houston Rodeo with a resolution for its community work.
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Houston Council Members propose ordinance limiting HPD’s role in administrative ICE Warrants
The proposal challenges current HPD procedures as city leaders debate how officers should handle administrative ICE warrants. Council Member Alejandra Salinas, joined by Council Member Abbie Kamin and several community leaders, introduced an ordinance that would clarify how Houston police handle administrative immigration warrants and limit when local officers would contact federal immigration authorities. The…
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SNAP work requirement changes could affect thousands of Houston residents
Changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) are officially in effect in Texas. Here’s what you need to know.
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Houston community hopes to write a different ending for historic Garden Oaks Theater
The Garden Oaks Theater in Houston is at risk of being demolished. Preservations and residents are hoping to save it in time.
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Houston Mayor celebrates city in annual address
From cheering on Hilton Americas labor workers who fought for fair wages, to launching the revitalization of Tranquillity Park, to prioritizing public safety, Houston Mayor John Whitmire used his State of the City address to spotlight the people and projects moving Houston forward.
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‘I guess it’s my time to die’ Why Black mothers in Harris County face higher risks
In 2019, Moriah Ballard lost her son and nearly died herself at Texas Medical Center due to complications with severe preeclampsia. Her heartbreaking story is not uncommon. A recent report from Harris County Public Health found that Black women in Harris county faced the highest pregnancy-related death rate in the US from 2016 to 2020.…
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GRAMMY glory: Houston Grand Opera celebrates ‘Intelligence’ win
Houston Grand Opera took home a GRAMMY award at the 2026 ceremony. Here are all the details.
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Local races take shape in Harris and Fort Bend counties ahead of March primaries
Voters in Harris County and Fort Bend County are heading into a major election year with crowded races for county judge, county attorney, district clerk and Congress. Dozens of candidates from both parties have filed for these key offices, setting up for competitive primaries on March 3. The results will help define local leadership and…
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Houston’s George R. Brown Convention Center transformation is underway: here’s what it means for jobs, events
It’s been nearly a decade since the George R. Brown Convention Center saw a major renovation—but just a few weeks into 2026, Houston is already seeing visible changes tied to its $2 billion transformation project.
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Sugar Land’s multi-million dollar surveillance deal sparks privacy concerns
Sugar Land recently approved a multi-million dollar contract for new surveillance technology. Here’s what you need to know.
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You won’t believe who’s headlining the 2026 Houston Rodeo
Saddle up: rodeo season is almost here. From March 2–22, NRG Park becomes home to the 2026 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
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Houston City Council redirects $30 million in stormwater funds to building demolitions
The Houston City Council recently approved a $30 million demolition program. Funds for that program were originally meant to address stormwater issues in the city.
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Houston homes deck the halls with holiday lights
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas over in River Oaks, but we’ve got an entire guide to the best lights in the Houston area.
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Houston fund helped this family buy their first home
Watch as a Houston woman receives the keys to her first home thanks to the Harvey Homebuyer Assistance Program. Supported by $19.8 million in federal funds, the program helps people impacted by the massive flooding during Hurricane Harvey in 2017.
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Houston launches nation’s first public dashboard on gun injuries
A new dashboard launched by the city of Houston is on track to bring awareness to firearm-related injuries and deaths.
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Houston METRO steps into the future with new fare system
A new way to pay for public transit is currently in its soft launch phase, and is set to usher in a new era for the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO).
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Sugar Land Scores big with FIFA World Cup 26 partnership
City leaders project a significant impact on Sugar Land’s economic development and community offerings, thanks to its involvement with the FIFA World Cup 26. The city of Sugar Land, located 20 miles south of downtown Houston, has become an Official Supporter of the FIFA World Cup 26 Houston Host City, providing a platform for the…
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HOUSTON TO HOST HISTORIC MLK UNITY PARADE JAN. 19
In a historic show of unity, Mayor John Whitmire joined leaders of Houston’s two legacy Martin Luther King Jr. Day parades—the Black Heritage Society and the MLK Grande Parade—to announce that for the first time, the city will host one MLK Day Unity Parade. The parade will take place Jan. 19 at 10 a.m. in…
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New findings highlight the Houston neighborhoods that are most at risk for cancer-causing particles
The TCEQ has carefully followed a series of air-quality monitors for the past few years, and one pollutant has made itself more known than others: PM2.5, a cancer-causing particle that can easily lodge itself into residents’ lungs.
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New Harris County worksite policy aims to prevent injuries, fatalities on construction sites
Approved by Harris County commissioners at a Nov. 13 court meeting, the Worksite Safety Policy will now mandate 15-minute water breaks every two hours when the temperature is 90 degrees or higher. So far in 2025, Houston experienced 134 days where the temperature was at least 90 degrees.
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More Than a Prayer Hall: Houston’s New Ismaili Center Offers Community Spaces for Everyone
The first Ismaili Center in the US is set to open in Houston next month. Here are all of the details.
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Houston ISD expands breakfast, after school food programs as SNAP benefits continue to be delayed
As the future of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits remains uncertain during the federal government shutdown, a local school district is stepping up to make sure their students don’t go hungry.
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10 completely free events to attend in the Houston area in November
As the holiday season fast approaches, we all want to save a little bit of money while still getting out of the house and enjoying the nice weather Houston has finally blessed us with. Check out these upcoming free events.
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Houston Food Bank partners with local agencies to help those losing food assistance due to government shutdown
As the federal government shutdown drags on, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is set to pause its benefits for the month of November, leaving hundreds of thousands of low-income families and individuals in the Houston area without valuable resources to purchase food.
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Nearly 75K Houstonians cast a ballot during the first week of early voting in Texas
One week of early voting is in the books for Harris County, and the unofficial numbers have fallen short compared to past years. The good news is that Houstonians still have until Friday to cast their ballot before Election Day.
