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Houston faces a potential loss of $110 million in state public safety funding after Gov. Greg Abbott objected to the city’s new immigration policy.

A man has been charged after authorities said a Molotov cocktail was thrown at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s home. Investigators also raided a house in Spring near Houston.

Former Texas Chief Justice Nathan Hecht will address judicial independence at the 2026 Sondock Lecture at the University of Houston Law Center.

Harris County deputies say a Cypress woman was shot and killed by her husband after filing for divorce. Children were reportedly present during the incident.

Houston is using public art and neighborhood beautification as part of a broader strategy to improve public spaces and support crime reduction.

Houston’s slab community gathered to honor a 33-year-old man killed in the Paradise City shooting as police continue investigating the case.

Rice University leaders say Project Metis could help grow Houston’s role in brain health research, innovation and the emerging brain economy.

An oil spill was reported at PEMEX Deer Park near the Houston Ship Channel. Here is what happened, why it matters, and what officials may do next.

Find out how to watch the Memphis Grizzlies vs. Houston Rockets on April 12, including start time, TV channel, and streaming options for Houston fans.

A Houston Roughnecks assistant coach was reportedly charged with DUI one day before a UFL game. Here is what is known and why it matters in Houston.

Fort Bend County Commissioner Vincent Morales shared updates on Precinct 1 road projects as growth continues to reshape traffic patterns near Houston.

A Nature-reported study examines receptor changes in the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex of people with alcohol use disorder and why the findings may matter for future treatment research.

Spring ISD says two employees were placed on leave after an email mistakenly exposed sensitive employee data, prompting a review in the Houston-area district.

Houston has secured $64.7 million for 2026 FIFA World Cup security as law enforcement agencies say planning and coordination are already underway.

Texas' highest criminal court overturned the death sentence of an inmate who spent 47 years on death row, sending the case back for further proceedings.

Tommy Paul won his first ATP clay-court title in Houston, rallying from a set down in the final at the U.S. Men’s Clay Court Championship.

Texas A&M broke ground on a new semiconductor institute as Gov. Greg Abbott called for greater microchip independence and stronger domestic chip capacity.

A crash in northwest Harris County injured one woman and caused a water main break, according to Precinct 4 officials. Here’s what happened and why it matters.

An armed man was arrested at a Houston church after staff reported a threat against a pastor and authorities recovered a weapon.

A Houston-area HISD high school soccer captain was deported to Honduras after nearly four months in ICE custody, drawing concern across the local community.

Rice University researchers in Houston are studying a meteorite that landed in southeast Texas, a rare opportunity to examine fresh material from space.

Houston has approved a roughly $180 million renovation plan for Toyota Center, clearing the way for major upgrades to the Rockets' downtown arena.

The Greater Houston Partnership announced new members in March, offering a fresh look at business engagement and economic connections across Houston.

Houston traffic deaths have fallen in 2025, but fatal crashes remain above pre-pandemic levels, highlighting ongoing roadway safety concerns across the city.