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Houston Voters Overwhelmed by Campaign Texts Ahead of Midterms
Houston voters report a surge in political texts and mailers ahead of the Nov. 3 midterms, while a tech expert links the outreach to data‑broker practices and…
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Galleria to Charge for Parking Starting Nov. 2
The Galleria will start a $2, four‑hour garage parking fee on November 2, ending its prior free parking policy.
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New Permits Could Clear Historic Kirby Mansion for Gas Station
City permits may allow the historic Kirby Mansion in Houston to be demolished for a gas station. The mansion has been preserved for years.
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Teen Injured After Suspected Drunk Driver Hits Bedroom
A teenage girl was hurt after a suspected drunk driver, with five past DWI offenses, drove into her bedroom in northwest Harris County.
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Houston City Council Delays Vote on Tax Abatement Reform
The council delayed a vote on stricter tax abatements after a member raised revenue concerns.
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Houston Zoo Moves Elephant Trio to New Accredited Home
The Houston Zoo will relocate its three elephants, Shanti, Joy and Kirby, to a different accredited zoo to keep them together.
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Police Search for Man, Woman in Southeast Houston Gas Station Robbery
Houston police are seeking a male and female suspect in a robbery outside a southeast Houston gas station, releasing video that captures the attack.
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Houston Faces Upper 80s Heat and High Ragweed Pollen Thursday
Houston will see upper‑80s inland temperatures and high ragweed pollen on Thursday, adding to a warming trend that has produced warm afternoons after pleasant…
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I-45 Expansions Prompt Major Closures Starting Oct 26
Houston drivers will face major I-45 lane closures starting Monday, Oct. 26, to accommodate a highway widening project.
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Ozone and Ragweed Expected to Reduce Houston Air Quality
A forecast of higher ozone and ragweed pollen predicts poorer air quality in Houston between Oct. 21 and Oct. 31, 2026, potentially affecting those with…
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Record Early Voting in Harris County Won’t Predict Election Result
Early voting in Harris County set a record over three days, but a University of Houston political science expert says the high turnout does not reveal which…
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Temu to Adopt New Rules in $3 Million Texas Settlement
Temu will adopt new data‑security and product‑safety standards under a $3 million settlement with the State of Texas, ending a lawsuit over consumer protection…
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Harris County Ballot Becomes Longest in United States
Harris County's ballot is the longest in the nation, surpassing all other ballots and covering more items than those related to Paxton and Talarico.
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Man Injured in Houston Scooter Hit‑and‑Run, Police Release Video
A scooter rider was injured in a hit‑and‑run and police have released video of a possible suspect vehicle.
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Harris County Breaks First-Day Early Voting Record
Harris County recorded 104,660 in‑person votes on the first day of early voting, establishing a new county record ahead of the 2026 midterms.
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Houston Radio Veteran Speaks Out After Leaving 97.9 The Box
A veteran Houston radio host spoke publicly about leaving 97.9 The Box after 25 years amid a station-wide shakeup.
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Two Arrested, Three Injured in Yellowstone Schools Fight
A fight among about 20 students at Yellowstone Schools led to two arrests and three hospitalizations, with police linking the incident to a long‑standing…
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One Missing After Mobile Home Fire in North Houston
A Tuesday afternoon fire at a Greenspoint mobile home community left one person missing.
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Harris County Tax Hike Puts Commissioners’ Races in Spotlight
A property tax increase in Harris County is focusing voter concern on two commissioners' re‑election bids, with a tax expert warning it may impact the races.
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Four Houston Middle Schools Rank in Texas Top Ten
Four Houston middle schools were included in U.S. News & World Report's 2026 Texas top‑10 ranking, with one school ranked No. 1 in the state.
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FOX 26 Houston Morning Anchor to Exit After Three Years
FOX 26 Houston’s morning anchor will leave after three years, with his last show airing on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, and no subsequent role announced.
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Two Houston Elementary Schools Rank in Texas Top Five, One Is No.1
U.S. News & World Report’s latest rankings named two Houston elementary schools among Texas’ five best, with one ranked first in the state.
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Simone Biles, Jonathan Owens Close Sale of Spring Home
Olympic gymnast Simone Biles and NFL player Jonathan Owens closed the sale of their 3,998‑square‑foot Spring home on Oct. 15, 2026, after it went under…
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Texas Store Manager Warns of AI-Generated Fake Receipts
A Texas store manager cautioned small businesses about AI‑produced fake receipts after a distributor refunded a transaction involving a counterfeit receipt,…