Houston World Cup Host Committee Releases Human Rights Plan
The plan establishes actions, standards and protocols to address human rights issues before, during and after the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles to open first Houston restaurant Saturday
New Brookshire-Based Trail Ride Joins Houston Rodeo Lineup
Crime
Off-duty Harris County deputy killed in motorcycle crash
The fatal collision occurred at an intersection in Houston early this morning.

Metro police shoot and kill armed man near Bell Street station
Red Line trains shared a single track as investigation continued in downtown Houston
Man charged in deadly gas station shooting in north Harris County
Albert Williams, 34, confessed to killing 49-year-old Glenn Grey at a Houston gas station
Sports
Houston High School Girls Basketball Playoff Pairings Announced
Area round matchups set for UIL postseason tournament

UFC Fight Night: Strickland Defeats Hernandez in Main Event
Former champion Sean Strickland wins key middleweight matchup in Houston
Astros' Blubaugh Aims for Roster Spot, Unsure of Role
Pitcher AJ Blubaugh impressed in 2025 but could fit in bullpen or rotation in 2026
Weather
Karla Gil Joins Noticiero Telemundo California
Experienced weather anchor to cover weekday newscasts in Sacramento and Fresno

Rain Pours Into NRG Stadium During Monster Jam Event
No injuries or event cancellations reported despite roof leak during heavy storms.
11 Cities at Risk of Being Underwater by 2100
Coastal flooding threat from rising sea levels and sinking land puts major urban centers in peril
Lifestyle
Alamo Cannon Restored at Texas A&M Lab Ahead of 190th Anniversary
The 90-pound cannon from the 1836 Battle of the Alamo has been undergoing conservation treatment at Texas A&M University's Conservation Research Laboratory.

Back-To-Back $1M Scratch-Off Wins in Conroe and Plum Grove
Retailers may qualify for $10,000 bonuses as lottery proceeds support education
Houston's Vibrant Tết Celebrations Preserve Vietnamese Heritage
Vietnamese American community creates a 'Miniature Vietnam' to honor Lunar New Year traditions
Business
Texas AG Sues Dow, Braskem Over Plastic Pellet Pollution
Lawsuit alleges companies illegally discharged nurdles and other plastic waste into state waterways

Australian Fast Fashion Brand Princess Polly Expands to Texas
The trendy online retailer is opening its first store in the Lone Star State at Houston's Galleria mall.
Texas Pacific Land Corporation reports Q4 earnings
The Dallas-based company saw $123.3 million in Q4 profits