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A raccoon invasion leaves a Houston mother in need of help
Sometimes a problem hiding above your head can be much worse than you ever imagined. That’s what Annie discovered at her home off Deeds Road in west Houston. Annie reached out to 2 Helps You after dealing with an unwanted group of visitors in her attic: a raccoon and her babies. ...
Houston’s Starduster Lounge puts its spin on the viral martini trend
Houston’s cocktail scene is always finding a new way to shake things up, and Starduster Lounge in the Heights is joining the fun. Justin Ware, operations director for First Rodeo Hospitality, shows how to make two standout cocktails from the neighborhood bar — including its take ...
Houston officers jump in Uber for help chasing running suspect: ‘Go..go..go..go..go’
Uber driver Anthony Baines says it is one of the craziest things that has ever happened to him. He says he was stopping at a stop sign at E. 7 1/2 Street and Oxford Street in The Heights neighborhood, adding he was about a block away from picking up someone who requested a ride. ...
Kandi Burruss brings one-woman show “I Do, I Did, I’m Done,” to Houston
For one night only, Kandi Burruss is bringing her story to the Houston stage — and audiences will get a chance to experience it for themselves. The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, former member of Xscape and “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” star is bringing her one-woman show, ...
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (August 21, 2026)
For our busy Houston commuters, we have – The Commuter Cut – a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.
Antico Casa from Antico Pizza brings frozen Neapolitan-style pies to Houston (Aug. 20–23)
Antico Pizza founder Gio Di Palma brings a slice of Atlanta to Houston this week when Antico Casa takes over the Costco Galleria Houston for a four-day roadshow, Aug. 20–23. A taste of Antico Antico Casa is the frozen line from Antico Pizza Napoletana, the three-time MICHELIN Bib...
Houston-area attorney turns personal experience into new community advocacy program
For Houston-area family law attorney Kesha Amos, helping families through divorce, custody disputes and child support issues is more than just part of her job. It’s personal. Amos says she went through a divorce early in her life and remembers feeling alone during the transition ...
Abbott equates airport foot-washing stations to ‘white-only bathrooms’ in letter to DOJ
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has equated foot-washing stations for Muslims at airports in Dallas and Houston to "white-only bathrooms" in a letter to the Department of Justice....
Trump to visit Houston to award Artemis II crew members medals of honor
The president, who is visiting the Johnson Space Center on Aug. 28, is also expected to host a Republican fundraiser in town the night before.
Will Houston or Austin land the NHL’s next team?
The league has zeroed in on Texas for expansion. Now investors are evaluating which city is the best fit for professional hockey.
Donald Trump to present Space Medal of Honor to Artemis II crew at Johnson Space Center in Houston
The four astronauts who made NASA’s Artemis II mission historic are set to receive the Congressional Space Medal of Honor during a ceremony in Houston next week. President Donald Trump is expected to present the medals to NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover and Christina ...
Aug 20, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans running back Woody Marks (4) breaks the tackle of Las Vegas Raiders safety Treydan Stukes (31) and linebacker Tommy Eichenberg (44) for a touchdown in the first half at Reliant Stadium. Mandatory Cre
Aug 20, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans running back Woody Marks (4) breaks the tackle of Las Vegas Raiders safety Treydan Stukes (31) and linebacker Tommy Eichenberg (44) for a touchdown in the first half at Reliant Stadium. Mandatory Cre The Daily News | Texas' Oldest...
Roy Oswalt’s perfect game…in a video game: The Good, Bad, and Ugly of the week
The Houston Matters panel of non-experts weighs in on stories from the week’s news and decides if they’re good, bad, or ugly.
Houston hits 100 again as a weekend scorcher is on the way
More heat, humidity and triple-digit temps: We hit 100° again on Friday afternoon, marking the second time this week and the third time this summer that Houston has reached the century mark. More triple-digit temperatures are in the forecast. Combined with Houston’s humidity, aft...
2 Newsletter: Temperatures to hit the 100s in some areas this weekend
Hello, Houston.☀️ It’s going to reach 100 degrees in some areas this weekend, so if you’re headed outside at any time this weekend, make sure you are well prepared for the heat. Stay hydrated, and try your best to stay cool. As always, follow us for the latest on Click2Houston.co...
Houston Dynamo take 1st place in MLS West after historic 5th straight shutout win
Houston Dynamo FC moved into sole possession of first place in the MLS Western Conference on Wednesday night, defeating the previous leaders Vancouver Whitecaps FC by a 1-0 score for the fifth consecutive shutout victory, becoming just the third team in MLS history to accomplish ...
Houston Cougars QB Conner Weigman lands on Davey O’Brien Award watch list
For the second consecutive day, Houston Football quarterback Conner Weigman was named to a preseason watch list with the fifth-year quarterback being named to the Preseason Davey O’Brien Award Watch List on Thursday. Among returning Big 12 quarterbacks, Weigman’s 25 passing touch...
22 offers, one decision: Brandon Hebert chooses Princeton
Brandon Hebert had plenty of options. The North Shore senior offensive tackle received 22 scholarship offers from programs across the country, including Harvard, Kansas State, Mississippi State, Houston, UTSA, and Oregon State. When it came time to choose his future, the 6-foot-7...
Reporter message: $500K EPA grant, free ACs, $25M Rice University gift
$500,000 EPA grant targets southwest Houston revitalization Congressman Al Green helped secure a $500,000 EPA grant to support redevelopment in Southwest Houston. Credit: Congressman Al Green Southwest Houston communities will receive a $500,000 federal investment to identify con...
Fernando Mendoza throws a pick-6, struggles in 1st half of Raiders' 22-20 preseason win over Texans
Top pick Fernando Mendoza is finding out quickly that he has a lot of work to do as he begins his NFL career. Mendoza struggled in his second preseason game, throwing an interception that Houston returned for a touchdown before the Las Vegas Raiders rallied late for a 22-20 victo...
This Houston Best Dressed Dynamo Wins at Golf and Life — A Dec My Room Legacy and Three Dog Love
The Philanthropy in Fashion Houston Best Dressed honorees represent a cross section of backgrounds, interests and ages with two unifying characteristics. Each has an altruistic interest in contributing to the Bayou City and each has a defining style. The philanthropic femmes will...
For the second time this year Houston reached 100° and more are on the way
More heat, humidity and triple digits temps: We hit 100° Thursday afternoon, marking just the second time this summer that Houston has reached the century mark. There are more triple-digit temperatures in the forecast. Combined with Houston’s humidity, afternoon heat index values...
Pregnant woman allegedly stabbed in face, arms by 19-year-old church acquaintance
A pregnant woman was hospitalized after a stabbing attack at a home in northeast Harris County, allegedly by a church acquaintance, officials say.
Houston weather: Heat advisory to continue through Friday
A Heat Advisory is in effect for the Houston area through Friday. Highs will reach the upper 90s and low 100s, with heat index values around 106 to 110 degrees....
Texas energy companies sign major oil deals with Venezuela
Venezuelan government officials met with U.S. energy executives in Houston this week to sign two major oil investment agreements aimed at expanding crude production and mapping underground reserves, according to statements released by Venezuela’s Foreign Ministry . The deals were...
Labor Day Getaways: Vail Peaks, Coastal Sun in Corpus Christi and Tennessee’s Real-Deal Travel
The upcoming Labor Day weekend signals the transition from summer to fall, making it one of the best times of year to plan a getaway. Travel expert Jeanenne Tornatore joins Houston Life from from Vail, Colorado to share destination inspiration for making the most of the changing ...
Houston author Mariah Kingsley brings a fresh perspective to romance stories
What makes a love story feel real? For Houston author Mariah Kingsley, it’s the messy, unexpected moments that make her characters come alive. During Romance Awareness Month, Kingsley stopped by “Houston Life” to talk about her writing, the experiences that have shaped her perspe...
Harris County committee recommends $40,000 pay boost for treasurer, despite effort to eliminate position
Wyatt, a 24-year veteran of the county, asked the nine-member salary grievance committee for a 119% pay increase Thursday to bring her salary from $139,000 to $305,000 -- about $50,000 more than she had originally requested in an official grievance filing....
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (August 20, 2026)
For our busy Houston commuters, we have – The Commuter Cut – a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.