Suspect in custody for capital murders at west Houston apartment complex
A man and woman were found dead in the leasing office of the complex on Thursday.
More from The Houston
View all news →
government
Alief ISD weighs school closures, rezoning as enrollment declines 21%
Alief ISD is reviewing school closures, consolidations, rezoning, expanded programs and grade configuration changes amid declining enrollment. Community meetings continue through Nov. 19 before draft scenarios and a planned board vote....
government
Paxton looks to seal the deal with Houston-area voters, saying control of U.S. Senate is at stake
In Conroe, Texas Attorney General and Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton called a vote for his opponent, state Rep. James Talarico, “a vote for every dangerous idea that Democrats across the country are putting forward.” Talarico is expected in the Houston area on Wedneday....
safety
Firefighters battle house fire in north Houston
White smoke was seen coming from a north Houston home Tuesday afternoon as firefighters worked to contain the blaze. SKY 2 was overhead around 4:44 p.m. as Houston firefighters worked to extinguish the flames. The fire was reported at 4:14 p.m. at a home in the 4700 block of Shar...
government
Texas outpaces nation in job growth as over 15,000 people join work force: report
Texas is outpacing the nation's annual job growth rate by 0.8 percentage points, according to data released by the Texas Workforce Commission.
schools
Fake transgender student union brochures spread misinformation across Texas
A brochure showing up in homes across Texas is sparking a heated debate — and raising serious questions about who sent it and why. The mailer is addressed to children in the household, claims to be from something called the “Texas Transgender Student Union” and includes resource ...
government
Grocery prices are squeezing Houston families. Here are two things voters should look for in local candidates
Rising grocery prices are putting pressure on household budgets. For Houston-area voters, the question is what elected leaders can do to help—and what to look for when choosing who represents them. RELATED: Texas election guide 2026: Dates, voting requirements and Houston-area co...
Local
Grow it, make it, use it | Using fresh herbs in your skincare routine
Herbs can do more than add flavor to your favorite dishes. Ro Jones and Stephanie Calloway of the Herb Society of America’s South Texas Unit joined Houston Life to share how herbs can be incorporated into everyday skincare routines. The duo demonstrated how to prepare herbal oils...
Local
Rockets rotation eager to start 2026 season tomorrow night
The 2026 Houston Rockets season will begin with a home game against the Dallas Mavericks at the Toyota Center on Wednesday night. After traveling to Macao for two games against the Mavericks to start the preseason schedule, Kevin Durant and the Rockets are eager to get the season...
safety
Former Washington County firefighter indicted on arson charge tied to wildfires
Ronald Perry, 49, of Brenham, was indicted by a Washington County grand jury on Oct. 14 on a second-degree felony arson charge, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service....
Local
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (October 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.
Local
Hello Houston (October 20, 2026)
Today: We talk about the controversy surrounding the delayed release of Texas' maternal mortality report, podcast host Jackson Gatlin takes on “Five Simple Questions,” and we hear the newest episodes of “InnerVIEWS” and “Texperts.”...
News
Flaring seen at INEOS Chocolate Bayou plant in Alvin
Reports of heavy smoke from flaring are being seen at a chemical plant in Brazoria County on Tuesday after a mechanical issue.