‘No Kings’ protests to urge early voting Saturday
Organizers will hold ‘No Kings’ protests across Houston on Saturday, encouraging early voting in the 2026 midterms. The events are part of the 50501 group's wider voter mobilization effort.
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Austin Man Arrested for Plotting to Impregnate Houston Teen
Austin police arrested a man accused of trying to impregnate a 15‑year‑old Houston teen and take her to a Trump rally, a violation of Texas statutes protecting minors.
Gina Hinojosa pledges to dismiss TEA chief, restore district control
Gina Hinojosa, the Democratic candidate for governor, vowed to dismiss the TEA chief and restore school control to local districts, challenging the agency's current oversight.
Harris County Judge Calls for Review of Flock Camera System
Judge Lina Hidalgo requested a review of Harris County's Flock ALPR camera system following a new report. The system captures license plates for traffic enforcement across the county.
Houston Man Convicted of Meth Trafficking After Crash
A Houston man was convicted of meth trafficking after a police chase ended in a crash at an Alief school field, where drugs and a gun were seized.
DEA Seizes Over 100 Pounds of Meth in Houston Airport Suitcases
The DEA found over 100 pounds of meth concealed in two suitcases at a Houston airport, highlighting continued federal drug interdiction efforts.
TxDOT Closes Major North Texas Bridge for $348 Million Project
TxDOT is shutting down a key North Texas bridge on Oct. 15 to facilitate a $348 million highway expansion.
Construction worker killed after bucket truck hits power line in northwest Houston
A bucket‑lift truck struck a power line at a northwest Houston construction site on Oct. 15, killing the worker. Crews cut power to retrieve the victim safely.
Texas wildlife sanctuary may grow 50% after November vote
State officials propose expanding a Texas wildlife sanctuary by nearly 50%, with the decision slated for the November 2026 vote.
Montgomery County Early Voting Begins Oct. 19 for 2026 Midterms
Early voting in Montgomery County starts on Oct. 19, 2026, with polling sites, hours and sample ballots listed, and runs through the Nov. 3 election day.
Houston Police Seek Driver Who Brandished Gun on Katy Freeway
HPD is hunting a driver accused of brandishing a gun and trying to open another vehicle’s door on the Katy Freeway, following a traffic confrontation on Oct. 15.
FBI Seeks More Victims in Former Deputy Abuse Case
The FBI is requesting information on further victims of a former Harris County deputy alleged to have exploited his police role for sexual favors, expanding the investigation with the sheriff’s office.
Cold Front Brings Strong Winds and Chill to Southeast Texas Friday
A season‑changing cold front will bring strong northerly winds and cooler temperatures to Southeast Texas on Friday, shifting local weather patterns for the weekend.
Texas City Fires Two Employees Over Fake Facebook Profiles
Two Texas City employees were fired after officials said they created fake Facebook accounts.
Cold Front Triggers Flooding, Road Closures and Tornado in West Texas
A strong cold front on October 15, 2026 brought flooding, a tornado and road closures to West Texas, prompting TxDOT to issue warnings and shut down roads.
Houston Mulls Skyscraper on 1960s Site
Houston officials are considering a skyscraper to replace a 1960s building, a rare development opportunity in the city for about fifty years.
Man Critically Injured in Suspected Westchase Robbery
Police say a man was critically injured in a suspected robbery in Westchase, and no road‑rage connection has been found.
Police Pursuit Ends in Crash Near Ongoing Death Investigation
A police chase in West University Place concluded with a vehicle crash near the Cleburne Cafeteria, while a death investigation was occurring a block away.
Councilmember Probes Missed $29 Million Road Grant
A councilmember is examining the city's failure to complete grant applications that would have brought $29 million for road and pedestrian safety projects.
Texas Voting‑Rights Groups Sue Over Delayed Online Registrations
Voting‑rights groups sued Texas, claiming the state breached a 2021 settlement by allowing its online voter‑registration portal to malfunction for months, resulting in delayed registrations.
