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Is Katy truly a tough place to live? What about Sugar Land?
Suburban Houstonians angry their communities are deemed 'sweet'
Is Katy truly a tough place to live? What about Sugar Land?
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January 11, 2026 at 3:00 AM
Is Katy truly a tough place to live? What about Sugar Land?
"I want to be transparent with our customers and everyone who loves Frenchy's."
Beloved Houston fried chicken chain axes restaurants that failed brand standard
"I want to be transparent with our customers and everyone who loves Frenchy's."
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January 11, 2026 at 2:30 AM
"I want to be transparent with our customers and everyone who loves Frenchy's."
"I can't believe that I don't have to go to jail to acquire this taste."
Houston food truck turns prison spreads into thriving business
"I can't believe that I don't have to go to jail to acquire this taste."
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January 11, 2026 at 2:00 AM
"I can't believe that I don't have to go to jail to acquire this taste."
The species is common—its appearance here is not.
This rattlesnake has never been recorded in this Texas county—until now
The species is common—its appearance here is not.
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January 11, 2026 at 1:30 AM
The species is common—its appearance here is not.
The city had the highest number of arrests both in the community and in jails.
Greater Houston area now leads the nation in ICE arrests, report finds
The city had the highest number of arrests both in the community and in jails.
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January 11, 2026 at 1:00 AM
The city had the highest number of arrests both in the community and in jails.
One man faces a felony charge connected to the cockfighting operation.
What deputies found in an illegal Harris County cockfighting ring
One man faces a felony charge connected to the cockfighting operation.
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January 11, 2026 at 12:30 AM
One man faces a felony charge connected to the cockfighting operation.
"We ask you to support religious freedom in our schools."
Faith leaders pen open letter against prayer in Texas schools
"We ask you to support religious freedom in our schools."
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January 11, 2026 at 12:00 AM
"We ask you to support religious freedom in our schools."
This century-old home knows Houston's best party secrets.
Inside the historic home of Houston's legendary caterer to the stars
This century-old home knows Houston's best party secrets.
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January 10, 2026 at 11:30 PM
This century-old home knows Houston's best party secrets.
The sheriff is being held on a $110,000 bail.
Texas sheriff arrested, accused of abusing authority, falsifying records
The sheriff is being held on a $110,000 bail.
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January 10, 2026 at 11:00 PM
The sheriff is being held on a $110,000 bail.
"This system has the potential to bring the coldest air of the season so far."
Arctic cold front targets Texas with coldest air of the season
"This system has the potential to bring the coldest air of the season so far."
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January 10, 2026 at 10:40 PM
"This system has the potential to bring the coldest air of the season so far."
"Holding space for a lot of different emotions today. anger, disgust, and grief for what is happening in our country."
Houston volleyball star dons 'Stop ICE Terrorism' shirt before match
"Holding space for a lot of different emotions today. anger, disgust, and grief for what is happening in our country."
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January 10, 2026 at 10:20 PM
"Holding space for a lot of different emotions today. anger, disgust, and grief for what is happening in our country."
More than 10,000 people were defrauded during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jury convicts North Texas couple behind $25M pyramid scheme
More than 10,000 people were defrauded during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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January 10, 2026 at 10:00 PM
More than 10,000 people were defrauded during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Abbott said Harris County has repeatedly failed to meet election standards.
Abbott calls Harris County 'repeat violator of election integrity' in new threat
Abbott said Harris County has repeatedly failed to meet election standards.
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January 10, 2026 at 9:40 PM
Abbott said Harris County has repeatedly failed to meet election standards.
Judy Trammell was not pleased with the interruptions
'Don't fall': Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders put together hilarious prank
Judy Trammell was not pleased with the interruptions
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January 10, 2026 at 9:20 PM
Judy Trammell was not pleased with the interruptions
One Houston pitcher was far from the first to hear news of his trade to the Bayou City.
Guys being dudes: Fantasy group chat broke trade news to Astros pitcher
One Houston pitcher was far from the first to hear news of his trade to the Bayou City.
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January 10, 2026 at 9:00 PM
One Houston pitcher was far from the first to hear news of his trade to the Bayou City.
Supporters cite concerns over leadership changes and program stability.
Volunteers fight to bring back a Texas sea turtle scientist
Supporters cite concerns over leadership changes and program stability.
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January 10, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Supporters cite concerns over leadership changes and program stability.
The Lone Star State has reclaimed its top spot on the growth index.
More people moved to Texas than any other state in 2025, new report suggests
The Lone Star State has reclaimed its top spot on the growth index.
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January 10, 2026 at 8:00 PM
The Lone Star State has reclaimed its top spot on the growth index.
Will Pappasito's make a comeback to Hobby?
Fight's back on: Ruling revives Pappas legal battle with Houston in airport bid
Will Pappasito's make a comeback to Hobby?
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January 10, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Will Pappasito's make a comeback to Hobby?
Texas-size tax bills hit Houston suburbs hard.
Study reveals Houston suburbs where property taxes hurt the most
Texas-size tax bills hit Houston suburbs hard.
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January 10, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Texas-size tax bills hit Houston suburbs hard.
Need something to do this weekend? Celebrate David Bowie at Houston's oldest goth club.
Legendary Houston DJ reflects on 10 years of 'Bowie Night'
Need something to do this weekend? Celebrate David Bowie at Houston's oldest goth club.
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January 10, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Need something to do this weekend? Celebrate David Bowie at Houston's oldest goth club.
A Texas teacher followed an AI tip and struck diamond on a family trip.
Houston-area man finds rare 2.09-carat diamond at state park
A Texas teacher followed an AI tip and struck diamond on a family trip.
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January 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM
A Texas teacher followed an AI tip and struck diamond on a family trip.
A big raise incoming for two key Houston bats?
Astros need arbitration to set 2026 salary for these two sluggers
A big raise incoming for two key Houston bats?
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January 10, 2026 at 5:40 PM
A big raise incoming for two key Houston bats?
The island's mascot would reportedly be the oldest ship in the flotilla.
Tall ship Elissa to spread Galveston's goodwill at milestone U.S. birthday bash
The island's mascot would reportedly be the oldest ship in the flotilla.
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January 10, 2026 at 5:20 PM
The island's mascot would reportedly be the oldest ship in the flotilla.
The species is common—its appearance here is not.
This rattlesnake has never been recorded in this Texas county—until now
The species is common—its appearance here is not.
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January 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM
The species is common—its appearance here is not.
The former Houston Texans quarterback is due for trial in February.
Deshaun Watson returned to Houston for ongoing sexual assault case
The former Houston Texans quarterback is due for trial in February.
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January 10, 2026 at 4:40 PM
The former Houston Texans quarterback is due for trial in February.