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These Houston-area suburbs face some of the highest property taxes in the US
https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/houston-texas-suburbs-property-taxes-21281801.php
Published: January 7, 2026 21:06
Texas-size tax bills hit Houston suburbs hard.
Former Texas death row inmate remembers Rob and Michele Reiner
https://www.chron.com/news/article/texas-inmate-remembers-rob-and-michele-reiner-21281685.php
Published: January 7, 2026 20:10
"They became a part of me."
Abbott takes aim at Dallas after AT&T reveals plans to leave downtown headquarters
https://www.chron.com/news/article/at-t-headquarters-dallas-plano-abbott-21281183.php
Published: January 7, 2026 16:22
"Local leaders, it's their responsibility..."
Texas cracked down on teachers for posts about Charlie Kirk, union lawsuit says
https://www.chron.com/news/article/teachers-union-sues-state-charlie-kirk-social-post-21281163.php
Published: January 7, 2026 14:44
“It was in fact a witch hunt.”
Convicted rapist, alleged serial killer to be dug up from Texas military cemetery
https://www.chron.com/news/article/rapist-killer-exhumed-texas-cemetery-21279596.php
Published: January 7, 2026 00:35
After 40 years, Cornyn and Cruz say he never belonged among the nation's heroes.
Texas charter system offers virtual learning to students statewide
https://www.chron.com/news/article/texas-online-classes-high-school-21279481.php
Published: January 6, 2026 22:56
As virtual enrollment skyrockets, this Texas charter system is meeting the demand.
After 13 years, a new chief meteorologist takes over at Texas TV station
Published: January 6, 2026 21:54
Smith said her goal is to continue the station's trusted weather legacy.
Body found in Buffalo Bayou marks Houston's first recovery of 2026
https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/houston-buffalo-bayou-bodies-21280109.php
Published: January 6, 2026 21:43
It is the fourth body recovered from the Houston waterways in the past 15 days.
Houston lawyer steps into high-profile case involving Nicolás Maduro's wife
Published: January 6, 2026 19:26
A Houston attorney has filed to represent Cilia Flores in a federal case tied to Nicolás Maduro.
With major construction underway at Terminal B, IAH set for Terminal C upgrade
https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/terminal-c-expansion-iah-21279476.php
Published: January 6, 2026 19:06
With Terminal B underway, another IAH expansion is coming.
Dallas rapper ZeeTheWizard dies days after New Year's Day shooting
https://www.chron.com/news/article/zeethewizard-rapper-shot-dead-dallas-21279380.php
Published: January 6, 2026 16:45
Social media rumors falsely claimed the artist died earlier.
Texas braces for winter blast as cold front targets Panhandle, North Texas
https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/north-texas-panhandle-weather-snow-21279362.php
Published: January 6, 2026 16:02
Confidence is growing in a significant late-week pattern change.
Astronomers examine rare interstellar comet for signs of technology
https://www.chron.com/news/space/article/3i-atlas-alien-signal-search-21277873.php
Published: January 6, 2026 02:20
The object's close pass allowed an unusual scientific test.
This empty Texas parking lot will soon be a massive mixed-use neighborhood
https://www.chron.com/news/article/dallas-dart-parking-lot-apartments-21277894.php
Published: January 6, 2026 01:22
What was once a vacant parking lot could soon house hundreds.
Houston expert explains what the Venezuela takeover really means
https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/venezuela-trump-takeover-maduro-21277937.php
Published: January 5, 2026 22:55
A Rice University scholar breaks down the intervention.
Why Texas officials are urging residents not to open these seed packages
https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/mystery-seed-packages-texas-mail-21277771.php
Published: January 5, 2026 20:41
Officials say the packages have been reported statewide over the past year.
Texas airport ranked top 10 for longest TSA wait this holiday season
https://www.chron.com/news/article/austin-airport-tsa-security-lines-21277315.php
Published: January 5, 2026 19:13
A new study analyzed data from 31 of the nation's largest airports.
Dallas loses corporate giant as AT&T relocates across North Texas
https://www.chron.com/news/article/at-t-moves-headquarters-dallas-plano-21277313.php
Published: January 5, 2026 17:30
The decision could have serious financial implications for Dallas.
TxDOT launches major safety project on critical West Texas highway
https://www.chron.com/news/article/texas-highway-construction-62-82-21277200.php
Published: January 5, 2026 15:43
Construction will last through December 2026.
Trial starts for Uvalde officer for inaction during school shooting
https://www.chron.com/news/article/uvalde-texas-shooting-trial-21276924.php
Published: January 5, 2026 13:43
A former Uvalde schools officer faces 29 counts of child abandonment or endangerment.
Family of Texas A&M grad say she's 'safe and back' with loved ones
https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/sydney-marquez-missing-found-texas-21276323.php
Published: January 5, 2026 00:16
"Right now she's getting the help that she needs."
Firefighters racing across Texas to contain multiple blazes
Published: January 4, 2026 18:58
Crews continue to work the site to ensure it won't spread.
Houston-based energy giant only major U.S. oil company in Venezuela
https://www.chron.com/news/article/houston-based-energy-giant-major-u-s-oil-company-21274579.php
Published: January 3, 2026 20:35
Chevron could perhaps benefit the most from the U.S. attack in Venezuela as President Trump says oil companies will help rebuild infrastructure.
Trump announces US plan to "run" Venezuela after capture of president, wife
https://www.chron.com/news/article/trump-us-will-run-venzuela-after-capturing-maduro-21274463.php
Published: January 3, 2026 19:34
The stunning military operation has sent shockwaves through the geopolitical landscape.
Trial over delayed response to Uvalde school shooting set to begin
https://www.chron.com/news/article/uvalde-school-shooting-trial-21274197.php
Published: January 3, 2026 15:20
Former Uvalde schools Officer Adrian Gonzales is facing 29 counts of child endangerment.
Kroger to open new Houston stores, expand remodels after yearslong break
https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/kroger-new-houston-remodel-stores-2026-21237569.php
Published: January 3, 2026 13:04
The grocer plans multiple new locations, ongoing remodels and renewed investment in the region.
Rising Dallas rapper hospitalized after New Year's Day shooting
https://www.chron.com/news/article/dallas-rapper-zeethewizard-shooting-21273402.php
Published: January 2, 2026 22:57
The North Texas rapper remains hospitalized.
Gov. Abbott demands extradition of suspect in Eddy Betancourt killing
https://www.chron.com/news/article/abbott-demands-extradition-murder-suspect-21273400.php
Published: January 2, 2026 22:20
The suspect is wanted in the killing of businessman Eddy Betancourt.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick sounds alarm over Texas Southern University audit
https://www.chron.com/news/article/dan-patrick-texas-southern-audit-21273346.php
Published: January 2, 2026 21:23
"TSU is solely responsible for this fiasco," Patrick wrote on X.
Houston drivers brace as delayed $1.3B bridge begins work over Ship Channel
Published: January 2, 2026 21:14
Mariners warned as work kicks off above the busy Houston Ship Channel.
Why January's full moon will look unusually bright this weekend
https://www.chron.com/news/space/article/january-wolf-moon-rare-brightness-21272958.php
Published: January 2, 2026 20:39
The Moon will appear larger and brighter as it climbs the night sky.
More than 100 jobs lost as Telvista shuts down Dallas-area call center
https://www.chron.com/news/article/televista-dallas-layoffs-texas-2026-21273056.php
Published: January 2, 2026 19:34
A Dallas-area call center is expected to close later this year.
Lupe Tortilla employee arrested after hidden cam recordings found in bathroom
Published: January 2, 2026 16:36
At least one of the videos allegedly showed a child using the restroom.
'Sydney has been found’: Missing Texas A&M grad found after 3-week search
https://www.chron.com/news/article/sydney-marquez-missing-found-21272885.php
Published: January 2, 2026 16:01
"I can't wait to have my sister back."
Texas sea turtle expert says she's leaving position 'not by choice'
https://www.chron.com/news/article/sea-turtle-expert-texas-shaver-21271647.php
Published: January 1, 2026 18:18
Dr. Donna Shaver is credited with saving hundreds of thousands of turtles.
Texas couple duped customers out of nearly $5M in unfinished remodeling jobs
https://www.chron.com/news/article/texas-christopher-judge-dfw-construction-fraud-21271600.php
Published: January 1, 2026 17:02
More than 40 homeowners were left with unfinished projects, prosecutors say.
Pokémon card thefts piled up across Texas in 2025, costing collectors thousands
Published: January 1, 2026 16:04
Rare cards have become high-dollar targets, leaving collectors and shops with major losses.
Space Shuttle Discovery still isn't coming to Houston, NASA chief hints
Published: December 31, 2025 22:50
NASA's administrator says cost and safety concerns could keep Space Shuttle Discovery at the Smithsonian.
Two years after Texas filed suit, Hyatt agrees to $1.25 million settlement
https://www.chron.com/news/article/hyatt-corporation-pay-1-25-million-texas-hidden-21270160.php
Published: December 31, 2025 22:05
The company will pay $1.25 million to settle the suit which alleged they violated Texas law.
New footage released in search for 24-year-old Texas A&M grad
Published: December 31, 2025 19:29
Parents of Sydney Marquez said they are clueless as to where their daughter could’ve been headed.
Massive upgrade already in the pipeline for this brand new Heights hotel
Published: December 31, 2025 17:18
The boutique hotel just opened in Houston’s Heights neighborhood this December.
Police issue warning over trespassing at Sugar Land's historic Char House
https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/imperial-sugar-char-house-trespassing-21269915.php
Published: December 31, 2025 16:39
Police say trespassing continues at Sugar Land’s historic Char House despite warnings.
Texas energy company proposes nuclear power for data center
https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/data-center-technology-nuclear-energy-21268301.php
Published: December 31, 2025 10:27
It would cost around $2 billion to make it happen.
Long-lost Spanish mission is found on a private Texas ranch
https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/lost-spanish-mission-found-texas-21268476.php
Published: December 31, 2025 00:45
The site offers a rare look at life on the Spanish frontier.
Harris County treasurer’s car burglary arrest added to commissioners court agenda
Published: December 30, 2025 22:25
Tom Ramsey said the item was added to the agenda this week.
Texas lands $1.4 billion for rural health care. Here's what happens next
https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/texas-rural-health-grant-21268598.php
Published: December 30, 2025 21:13
The funding is the largest rural health award of its kind—but the real impact depends on how and when the money reaches local providers.
Murder suspect still on the loose after shooting of prominent Texas businessman
https://www.chron.com/news/article/shooting-suspect-gov-abbott-appointee-at-large-21268448.php
Published: December 30, 2025 20:11
Eddy Betancourt was shot and killed in McAllen on Saturday.
Persistent pest causing problems for Texas citrus, USDA warns
https://www.chron.com/news/article/invasive-fruit-fly-discovered-cameron-hidalgo-21268236.php
Published: December 30, 2025 19:33
Two southern Texas counties are under quarantine after discovery of Mexfly larvae.
Houston's Mo Amer's Netflix series lands on Time's best TV shows of 2025
https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/mo-amer-houston-time-magazine-2025-21268247.php
Published: December 30, 2025 16:59
A big win for Alief.
Global manufacturer picks Houston area for first US plant
Published: December 30, 2025 16:27
The Uzbek chemical manufacturer will open its first U.S. facility in Hitchcock.
Texas man accused of aiding Islamic State group charged with terrorism
https://www.chron.com/news/article/texas-man-charged-terrorism-islamic-state-21267848.php
Published: December 30, 2025 13:35
The man believed he was giving bomb-making materials to an "ISIS brother."
SMU ends cleaning contract, triggering layoffs for 211 workers
https://www.chron.com/news/article/southern-methodist-university-layoffs-21266369.php
Published: December 30, 2025 13:02
The layoffs are expected to take effect in March.
FOX 26 says goodbye to fill-in as Allison Gargaro returns
Published: December 30, 2025 01:14
The Houston native is wrapping up her temporary weather run at FOX 26.
Tracking the retirement announcements of members of Congress
https://www.chron.com/news/article/texas-lawmakers-leaving-us-house-21266819.php
Published: December 29, 2025 22:10
More House seats are opening up as more members announce their upcoming departures.
Harris County official charged with misdemeanor in weekend car theft
Published: December 29, 2025 20:44
Harris County Treasurer Dr. Carla Wyatt was charged with a misdemeanor of motor vehicle burglary on Dec. 27, 2025.
High-end fashion brand set for nearly $2 million upgrade in Houston
https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/brunello-cucinelli-houston-expansion-21266430.php
Published: December 29, 2025 19:26
The high-end retail space will nearly double in size.
Jones Hall plans $4.9M renovation as Houston's Theater District evolves
Published: December 29, 2025 17:33
Houston First plans $4.9M in upgrades at Jones Hall beginning next summer.
Plane crash survivors hospitalized, recovering, nonprofit says
https://www.chron.com/news/article/two-pulled-alive-galveston-bay-plane-crash-now-21266113.php
Published: December 29, 2025 15:40
Two survivors of the fatal Galveston Bay plane crash are in recovery, according to an update from the Foundation Michou y Mau.
More than 30,000 Houston-area customers lose power as 2025 winds down
Published: December 29, 2025 15:19
Widespread outages disrupted power for tens of thousands of Houston-area residents.
Is there still time to buy fireworks ahead of New Year's Eve in Texas?
https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/texas-fireworks-houston-new-years-21265479.php
Published: December 29, 2025 02:47
It's a popular time for those lights to brighten the night sky.