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Cold Front Brings Strong Winds and Chill to Southeast Texas Friday
A season‑changing cold front will bring strong northerly winds and cooler temperatures to Southeast Texas on Friday, shifting local weather patterns for the…
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FBI Seeks More Victims in Former Deputy Abuse Case
The FBI is requesting information on further victims of a former Harris County deputy alleged to have exploited his police role for sexual favors, expanding…
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Houston Police Seek Driver Who Brandished Gun on Katy Freeway
HPD is hunting a driver accused of brandishing a gun and trying to open another vehicle’s door on the Katy Freeway, following a traffic confrontation on Oct.…
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Montgomery County Early Voting Begins Oct. 19 for 2026 Midterms
Early voting in Montgomery County starts on Oct. 19, 2026, with polling sites, hours and sample ballots listed, and runs through the Nov. 3 election day.
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Texas wildlife sanctuary may grow 50% after November vote
State officials propose expanding a Texas wildlife sanctuary by nearly 50%, with the decision slated for the November 2026 vote.
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Construction worker killed after bucket truck hits power line in northwest Houston
A bucket‑lift truck struck a power line at a northwest Houston construction site on Oct. 15, killing the worker. Crews cut power to retrieve the victim safely.
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TxDOT Closes Major North Texas Bridge for $348 Million Project
TxDOT is shutting down a key North Texas bridge on Oct. 15 to facilitate a $348 million highway expansion.
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DEA Seizes Over 100 Pounds of Meth in Houston Airport Suitcases
The DEA found over 100 pounds of meth concealed in two suitcases at a Houston airport, highlighting continued federal drug interdiction efforts.
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Houston Man Convicted of Meth Trafficking After Crash
A Houston man was convicted of meth trafficking after a police chase ended in a crash at an Alief school field, where drugs and a gun were seized.
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Harris County Judge Calls for Review of Flock Camera System
Judge Lina Hidalgo requested a review of Harris County's Flock ALPR camera system following a new report. The system captures license plates for traffic…
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Denton's Giant Pumpkin Remains on City Hall Grounds
The giant pumpkin will remain on Denton City Hall grounds after a local dispute.
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Demolition Begins at Former Greenspoint Mall for $150M Revamp
Demolition began at the former Greenspoint Mall on October 13, 2026 to prepare a $150 million mixed‑use project that is expected to create hundreds of jobs in…
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Cold Front Brings 50‑Degree Temps to Houston This Weekend
A fall cold front will hit Houston on October 17‑18, dropping temperatures into the 50s with gusty winds and lower humidity, a rare cool spell for early autumn.
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Second Body Found in Houston's Buffalo Bayou
Houston police recovered a second body from Buffalo Bayou on October 14, marking a second discovery within two days, with no comment on a possible link between…
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Broken Cable Sparks Power Outage, Chaos at Texas Airports
A broken cable triggered a power outage on October 14, 2026, halting flights and causing severe traffic congestion at multiple Texas airports.
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FBI Searches 40 Texas Homes in North Korea Cyber Probe
FBI agents searched 40 Texas homes on Oct. 14, 2026, targeting a covert North Korean IT network as part of a federal effort to curb alleged cyber activities.
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Fire Damages 12 Units at North Houston Apartment Complex
A fire on Oct. 14 damaged twelve apartments at a north Houston complex, appearing to start on the second floor. Fire crews contained the blaze and stopped…
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Texas Voting‑Rights Groups Sue Over Delayed Online Registrations
Voting‑rights groups sued Texas, claiming the state breached a 2021 settlement by allowing its online voter‑registration portal to malfunction for months,…
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Councilmember Probes Missed $29 Million Road Grant
A councilmember is examining the city's failure to complete grant applications that would have brought $29 million for road and pedestrian safety projects.
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Police Pursuit Ends in Crash Near Ongoing Death Investigation
A police chase in West University Place concluded with a vehicle crash near the Cleburne Cafeteria, while a death investigation was occurring a block away.
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Man Critically Injured in Suspected Westchase Robbery
Police say a man was critically injured in a suspected robbery in Westchase, and no road‑rage connection has been found.
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Houston Mulls Skyscraper on 1960s Site
Houston officials are considering a skyscraper to replace a 1960s building, a rare development opportunity in the city for about fifty years.
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Controller says $2.6 M car‑wash deal broke city code
The city controller claims the mayor approved a $2.6 million car‑wash contract without the mandatory certification, violating city code and rendering the…
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Houston Works to Extend Michelin Guide Partnership
Houston is negotiating to renew its agreement with the Michelin Guide, joining other cities in similar efforts.