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When will the new Congress be sworn in? Here's when James Talarico will head to Washington
James Talarico won Texas' U.S. Senate race. Here's when the new Congress convenes in 2027 and what happens when lawmakers take office.
A father accused of abducting his sons, two missing brothers and a mystery spanning decades
Ebrahim and Zafar Bozorgi were just 6 and 1 when they disappeared. Investigators say their father may have taken them to Iran.
Clayton Tucker poised to become first Democratic agriculture commissioner in nearly 40 years
If elected, Tucker will usher in a new era for the agriculture department as the agency’s first Democratic commissioner since Jim Hightower in 1990.
James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa's post-election celebration couldn't be more Texas
James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa celebrated their historic Texas election wins at Whataburger.
Texas Republicans redrew the U.S. House map to gain five seats. They could end up with a net loss.
Republicans were heading toward losses in two U.S. House seats they already controlled and appeared on track to flip no more than one of their gerrymander targets.
Sarah Eckhardt unseats GOP Comptroller Don Huffines in historic victory for Democrats
Sarah Eckhardt won the Texas comptroller race on Election Day, becoming the first Democrat in decades to oversee state spending.
When does Gina Hinojosa take office as Texas governor? Here's when she'll be sworn in
Democrat Gina Hinojosa defeated Gov. Greg Abbott in the Nov. 3 election. Here's when she'll officially become Texas' first Latina governor.
How Democrats flipped Texas | The voting shifts behind a historic election
Texas Democrats scored historic victories Tuesday. KHOU 11 political Brandon Rottinghaus explains how shifting Latino, suburban and rural voting changed things.
Nathan Johnson wins Texas Attorney General race, defeating Mayes Middleton
The Texas Attorney General plays a major role in consumer protection, child support and defending state laws.
Gina Hinojosa wins Texas governor’s race after Greg Abbott concedes
Hinojosa said Abbott called to congratulate her and offered to help with the transition after conceding his bid for a fourth term.
Orlando Sanchez concedes to Letitia Plummer in race for Harris County Judge
Democrat Letitia Plummer claimed victory over Republican Orlando Sanchez in the race to replace outgoing Judge Lina Hidalgo.
Sylvia Garcia defeats Martha Fierro to win reelection in Texas’ 29th Congressional District, AP projects
Garcia, first elected to Congress in 2018, will return to Washington for a fifth term.
Alex Mealer concedes to Leticia Gutierrez in Texas’ 9th Congressional District race
Mealer’s campaign manager confirmed the Republican conceded to Democrat Leticia Gutierrez in the race for the Houston-area seat.
Texas election results for key races: Wins by Talarico, Hinojosa, Goodwin, and more highlight big night for Democrats
These are results from Tuesday's midterm elections
Silver Alert issued for missing 70-year-old Houston man with dementia
Wayne Crawford was last seen walking in the 4900 block of Culmore Drive around 3 p.m. on Nov. 2, according to the alert.
Could Texas turn blue? Senate race puts nearly 40-year Democratic drought to the test
James Talarico is seeking a breakthrough against Ken Paxton in a state that last elected a Democrat to the U.S. Senate in 1988.
Polk County man indicted for murder in death of mother of three who lived at his home
Cody Allen Laviolette remains jailed on combined bonds of $5.4 million as investigators ask anyone with information to come forward.
Harris County breaks midterm voter turnout record
The Election Day count follows more than 1 million early votes in Harris County. Polls remain open until 7 p.m. Tuesday.
‘It’s been a wild ride’ | Texas brewery announces closure after nearly 15 years
Huff Brewing Co. will close Dec. 31, with events and beer releases planned before its final day.
Woman dies after Día de los Muertos decorations catch fire, police say
A woman died in a Houston house fire after Día de los Muertos decorations apparently caught fire, police said.
Man shot, killed by homeowner in Spring area, HCSO says
A homeowner in his 80s shot and killed a man he said was stealing property inside his Spring-area home, according to Harris County investigators.
Firefighters race to free worker pinned inside overturned excavator in north Houston
Firefighters worked to free a man pinned inside an overturned excavator at a north Houston equipment business. His condition has not been released.
Firefighters race to free worker pinned inside overturned excavator in north Houston
Firefighters worked to free a man pinned inside an overturned excavator at a north Houston equipment business. His condition has not been released.
How to check Fort Bend County polling location wait times on Election Day
Voting in Fort Bend County today? Before heading out, check estimated wait times at polling locations across the county to help avoid longer lines.
DOJ election monitors sent to Harris, Waller counties as part of 'largest monitoring effort in history' | Full list of U.S. counties
Harris County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth said having monitors at elections is nothing new.
Why are there no NBA games on Election Day?
The NBA encourages fans to vote by not scheduling games on Election Day, with its "Get in the Game. VOTE." campaign.
How to check wait times at polling locations in Harris County on Election Day
Harris County voters can use an online tool to check polling place wait times on Election Day, ensuring a smoother voting experience by visiting any county center.
Deadly crash closes North Gessner Drive in northwest Harris County, deputies say
A deadly crash has closed both directions of North Gessner Drive in northwest Harris County. Deputies are investigating.
Democrat Dexter McCoy defeats Republican Daniel Wong in Fort Bend County judge race
Democrat Dexter McCoy defeated Republican Daniel Wong in the race for Fort Bend County judge following months of controversy over Wong's interim appointment.
Election Day 2026 in Texas: Latest developments as voters cast their ballots in the midterm elections
We're tracking the very latest as voters have their say in the high-stakes midterms.
Former Rice University basketball player and entrepreneur among 9 killed in Florida plane crash
Former Rice University basketball player Adam Robinson was among nine people killed in a plane crash in Florida. His former coach is remembering his legacy.
Harris County judge race: Letitia Plummer vs. Orlando Sanchez
Democrat Letitia Plummer defeated Republican Orlando Sanchez in the Harris County judge race and will succeed outgoing Judge Lina Hidalgo.
Baby remains critical after shooting that killed grandmother on Halloween, Houston police say
An 8-month-old remains in critical condition after his father shot him, killed his grandmother and killed himself, Houston police say.
U.S. Senate race in Texas: Ken Paxton vs. James Talarico
Democrat James Talarico defeated Republican Ken Paxton in Texas' U.S. Senate race, flipping a seat held by Republicans for more than three decades.
Hours after being introduced as new Astros GM, Randy Flores is already making changes
Meyers spent six years with the Astros.
Harris County judge race: Letitia Plummer vs. Orlando Sanchez
Democrat Letitia Plummer is taking on Republican Orlando Sanchez in the race to replace outgoing Judge Lina Hidalgo.
Register to win your chance to win a VIP family four pack of tickets to Ballona Palooza Glo
We're giving away two grand prizes for the show!
Midterm Election Guide 2026: What to know about the races
Election Day is here. From the governor’s race down to the State Board of Education, the ballot for Texans is extensive. Here's a quick breakdown.
Pearland apartment disturbance turns deadly. 4 people now face murder charges
Four people face murder charges after a deadly Pearland apartment shooting. Police say two men jumped from a second-story balcony during the disturbance.
ICE agent indicted in Harris County appears in court. What's next?
ICE agent Mario Morales appeared in Harris County court Monday after his felony indictment. His attorneys plan to challenge the case in federal court.
Aviation attorney offers insight on crash of private jet from Austin
All nine people aboard a private jet that took off from Austin on Sunday died when it crashed in Florida.
More than 1 million Harris County voters cast ballots. What's next?
More than 1 million Harris County voters cast ballots early as Texas prepares to decide closely watched governor and Senate races.
He confessed to killing his girlfriend and disposing of her body in a Texas river. Nearly 29 years after she vanished, Lora Gabbert is still missing
Chris Bigham claimed his girlfriend boarded a bus to Dallas, but investigators say he later confessed to killing her.
Gunfire erupts at Houston block party with about 100 people. Here's what police know
Two people were injured, one critically, after gunfire erupted at a southwest Houston block party attended by about 100 people, witnesses say.
Driver killed in rollover crash on East Freeway; westbound lanes reopen after hours-long closure
Speed is suspected in a deadly crash that killed a driver on the East Freeway, causing a disruption to westbound traffic, say Harris County deputies.
Demolition of historic Kirby Mansion in Houston on hold as preservation advocates fight to save what's left
The century old Midtown mansion was partially demolished without the required permit, according to city officials.
'Two pieces of my soul' | Houston woman searches for emotional support dogs she says were stolen while hospitalized
A Houston woman is desperate to find her two emotional support dogs after she says they were stolen from her hotel room while she was hospitalized.
Families remember victims killed in Deep Ellum Halloween shootings
Families say Kanisea Scott, 21, and Quincy McCleary were among 4 killed in Deep Ellum’s Halloween shootings. A cousin who was there describes the chaos.
Parking garages at the Galleria are no longer free. Here's how much you'll pay to park
Garage parking will cost $2 for up to four hours, with higher rates for longer stays. Employees will continue to park for free in designated areas.
At least 1 dead in crash on Southwest Freeway at Fannin
At this point, it's not clear how the wreck happened or if heavy fog was a factor.
2 dead, 2 hurt in crash in north Harris County, constable says | Driver faces intoxication manslaughter charges
Constable Mark Herman said two people are dead and two others were taken to a hospital after a crash in north Harris County Sunday morning.
Woman killed, 8-month-old critically wounded in apparent Houston murder-suicide, police say
Houston police say a man killed a woman and critically wounded an 8-month-old boy before killing himself at a northwest Houston apartment.
Texas Senate race heats up as James Talarico rallies hundreds in Houston ahead of Election Day
Democrat James Talarico and Republican Ken Paxton are locked in a tight race as both parties rally voters across Texas.
Guests pulled off Titan roller coaster at Six Flags over Texas after one person violated code of conduct, park says
According to the park, the ride was inspected, cleared and returned to service shortly afterward.
Four volunteers just finished a year in isolation in Houston, all in the name of space exploration
The four volunteers were in a 3D-printed habitat designed to simulate what it would be like to live on Mars.
Driver dies after slamming into pole in southwest Houston, splitting vehicle in half
The driver was ejected and died at the scene.
Pediatric expert reviews video of Texas girl's fatal choking emergency, flags warning signs adults may miss
Dr. Scott Hadland says the first signs of choking can be difficult to recognize, especially when a child is still able to make sounds or communicate.
Galveston city councilmember arrested on DWI, resisting arrest charges after crash, police say
No one was hurt in the crash, but police said that during the investigation, officers noticed that Councilmember Hardcastle may have been intoxicated.
Quail Valley neighborhood in Missouri City draws Halloween crowds with elaborate decorations
Traffic stretches for miles as visitors line up to see the "Nightmare on Candy Cane Lane."
Former Turkey Leg Hut owner sentenced to more than 8 years in federal arson case
Lyndell "Lynn" Price pleaded guilty in June to conspiracy to commit arson in connection with a 2020 fire and explosion at Bar 5015.
Texas AG's office, Harris County clerk offer different takes on agreement over voter ads
This comes after after the attorney general's office filed a lawsuit over the ads, which was announced Thursday.
Demolition of historic Kirby mansion in Midtown stopped -- for now
As the mansion was being torn down, the city came out to put a stop to it.
Final day of early voting is underway in Houston and so are the candidates' final political rallies
More than 900,000 Harris County residents voted early as candidates made final campaign stops ahead of Election Day on Nov. 3.
Who is Mario 'Bam' Morales, the ICE agent behind the indictment?
The military veteran once ran for Congress and was hired by ICE in 2025 despite a record DA Sean Teare said no agency should have overlooked.
All-clear issued after gas main break prompted shelter-in-place in Katy area
A gas main break near Morton Ranch Road and Bridge Lake Boulevard prompted a half-mile shelter-in-place notice and a road closure.
Galveston police seize more than $2 million in illegal gambling investigation
Galveston police say a gambling investigation led to six arrests, searches of 14 business locations and the seizure of more than $2 million.
ICE officer indicted after hitting man with SUV in west Harris County as bodycam video reveals new details | ICE calls it a 'political stunt'
An ICE officer indicted in Harris County faces new scrutiny after prosecutors revealed body-camera footage, a 911 call and details about the pursuit.
Broken bridge seam causes flat tires on Gulf Freeway near the University of Houston
Several drivers got flat tires on Houston's Gulf Freeway near UH Friday morning. TranStar says an unexpected roadway problem caused the damage.
Today is the last day to vote early in Texas as Harris County nears major milestone
Harris County tops 953,000 early votes as Friday's deadline arrives and a new Texas poll reveals close races for Senate and governor.
A man found dead in Florida in 1995 had a headstone hundreds of miles away. DNA solved the mystery
Christopher “Charlie” Mammana disappeared after moving to Florida in the early 1990s. His remains were discovered in 1995.
East Freeway reopens after FedEx truck rollover crash at 610 East Loop
According to Houston TranStar, the crash happened at 2:50 a.m. The scene was cleared at 7:49 a.m., nearly five hours later.
Houston man tries to flee two suspects before deadly shooting on Greens Road, police say
A man was shot while trying to escape two suspects in north Houston before crashing into a tree. Police say both suspects are in custody.
Nearly $1,500 a month for part-time daycare: Houston-area family weighs child care costs
A LendingTree report estimates raising a child costs more than $300,000. One Houston-area mother shares how her family is adjusting.
Police search for missing San Jacinto College student Leilani Rodriguez after concerning texts to parents
San Jacinto College and Pasadena police continue searching for Leilani Rodriguez more than a month after she disappeared.
New TSU poll shows tight U.S. Senate and Texas Governor races ahead of Election Day
The survey of 2,000 likely Texas voters found that Democrat James Talarico leads Republican Paxton by two points, 49% to 47%, in the race for U.S. Senate.
Texas Attorney General sues Harris County clerk and staffer over social media ads
The Attorney General's Office says ads bought by the clerk's office are “racially discriminatory.”
New Texas poll reveals tight races for Senate, governor
A new Texas Southern University poll shows narrow Senate and governor races, with independent voters favoring Democrats in several contests.
Register to win tickets to see Disney On Ice in Houston!
One grand prize winner will receive four tickets to the show.
Wings Over Houston brings Thunderbirds, NASA and a special first
The Thunderbirds return to Wings Over Houston this weekend with NASA's first flyover, family activities and a key ticket detail to know.
Another Houston Zoo favorite is leaving for a new home overseas
Houston Zoo's endangered bongo Harris made a 32-hour journey to Taiwan. His new home could give him an important role in protecting his species.
Houston police report shows 17 immigration-related transfers to ICE in latest quarter
Houston police recorded 88 immigration-related NCIC hits in the latest quarter, with 17 people transferred to ICE custody, according to a new report.
PAC vs. super PAC: What Texas voters should know about who's funding political ads
Texas voters are seeing political ads from campaigns and outside groups. Here's how PACs and super PACs differ and what to check.
Man in 'Dumb and Dumber' costume shot at Houston apartment, police say
A man was critically shot after allegedly trying to enter a Houston apartment. Police believe he may have mistaken the unit for his own.
Fort Bend County DA says charges could be upgraded after Sugar Land youth softball game incident (Warning: graphic video)
A youth softball organization dismissed individuals involved in a Sugar Land incident, while US Fastpitch Association announced lifetime bans for participants.
Texas oyster reefs show promising signs ahead of harvest season
TPWD officials say key areas in Galveston, Matagorda and Aransas bays are showing resilience, while growers point to favorable conditions.
Major LNG project off Texas coast clears federal hurdle, with thousands of jobs expected
Federal officials approved an $8.2 billion LNG port off Matagorda, Texas, with thousands of jobs planned and construction expected to begin in 2027.
Missing 12-year-old boy found, Pct. 4 says
The missing boy was found safe and reunited with his family.
Houston Halloween weather forecast: Will it rain during trick-or-treating?
Scattered showers are possible Friday and Saturday in Houston, but rain chances decrease by Halloween evening. Trick-or-treating should be mostly dry.
Police identify woman found dead in previously burned Hitchcock home
Police identified Brandi Gregg, 46, as the woman found dead in a Hitchcock home. Her death is being investigated as a homicide.
April Aguirre says Abbott ad was her decision, urges end to harassment of Arlene Alvarez’s parents
Wendy Alvarez says she did not agree to her daughter’s inclusion in the ad. Aguirre says the decision to participate was hers alone.
When does early voting end in Texas? Here’s the deadline
Early voting in Texas ends Friday, Oct. 30. Harris County voting locations are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. that day.
12 Houston-area zip codes are among the nation's 1,000 wealthiest | See the list
Our partners at the Houston Business Journal compiled the list.
NTSB report details what happened before a plane crashed north of Fort Worth, killing the pilot
The Tarrant County Medical Examiner's Office identified John Unangst, 67, as the pilot who died in an Oct. 7 plane crash near Hicks Airfield.
Parents share East Texas school surveillance video after daughter's choking death
Six months after Adrian Thompson's tragic choking incident at a Texas school, her parents released surveillance footage, seeking answers about the school’s response.
At least 68 killed in high-speed train crash in Spain
A high-speed train crashed into the back of another train that had stopped, derailing two cars and killing dozens of people Wednesday in Spain.
Texas mother left to get moving boxes in 1985 and never came home. What happened to Cathy Sampson?
Her purple Pontiac was found along U.S. 82 with her purse and valuables still inside.
Judge denies AJ Armstrong's motion for new murder trial
A judge has denied AJ Armstrong's motion for a new murder trial.
Texas judge orders Abbott to reveal Elon Musk communications as election nears
A Texas judge ordered Greg Abbott to allow Gina Hinojosa access to unredacted Elon Musk communications, prompting an appeal ahead of Election Day.
Ben Crump now representing family of teen fatally stabbed while working at Cypress McDonald's
Crump said his team is investigating and that the family wants answers about what McDonald's did to protect its employees.