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January 8, 2026
Former Uvalde school staffer describes terror inflicted by gunman
Jurors also watched a video showing the shooter walking into Robb Elementary School, where he killed 19 children and two teachers.
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January 8, 2026
See the first Texas private schools that have been approved for state vouchers
The Texas Comptroller's Office released a map showing the private schools that have been approved to participate in the state's new $1 billi...
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January 8, 2026
Leading Mexican restaurant Picos said it would close. Now, it will move instead
Arnaldo Richards' pioneering restaurant, which helped introduce Houstonians to regional Mexican food, will stay within Upper Kirby.
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January 8, 2026
Houston native, college All-American Leah Klenke signs with hometown Dash
Leah Klenke remembers when the Houston Dash first started playing in the NWSL. Now the All-American will suit up for her hometown club.
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January 8, 2026
Texans, Steelers bring notable streaks into playoff matchup
Two long streaks — one good, one bad — are on the line when the Texans and Steelers begin the playoffs.
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January 8, 2026
How to get tickets for Houston Texans' sold-out watch party for Steelers game
Tickets for Monday night's watch party at NRG Stadium for the Texans-Steelers playoff game were free, but they still ran out. However, you c...
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January 8, 2026
The Texans will get a key safety back at practice Thursday
Houston Texans rookie safety is expected to practice Thursday, opening up the 21-day window for him to return. He has not played since Nov....
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January 8, 2026
Houston police seek teen suspects in deadly Metro bus shooting
Houston police are searching for two teenage suspects after a woman was killed and a 16-year-old boy was wounded in a shooting on a Metro bu...
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January 8, 2026
Exclusive: Mexico City natives shaking up Houston cocktail scene with Bar Xolo
Three Mexico City natives are coming together to open a bar in Houston built on the culture, inventiveness and design of their home city.
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January 8, 2026
New Reveille bobblehead celebrates Texas A&M women’s 2025 volleyball title
To commemorate the recent Texas A&M Women’s Volleyball National Championship win, the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum has releas...
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January 8, 2026
Commissioners name a new Harris County attorney. See who they picked.
Jonathan Fombonne, first assistant county attorney to Christian Menefee, was named Harris County attorney Thursday.
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January 8, 2026
Bruno Mars is heading back on tour. Here's when he's coming to Houston
Tickets for the singer's Houston show will go on sale next week.
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January 8, 2026
The Latest: Protesters gather outside Minneapolis immigration court after ICE officer kills driver
Minneapolis is on edge following the fatal shooting of a woman by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer taking part in the Trump ad...
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January 8, 2026
This Houston-area suburb is ranked No. 1 for growth in 2025, according to U-Haul
The Houston area was the No. 2 U.S. metro area for growth in 2025, according to an annual analysis from U-Haul, with Conroe seeing more one-...
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January 8, 2026
Longhorns finally land a running back in transfer portal
The Longhorns, who have lost four running backs, picked up Arizona State's Raleek Brown in transfer portal.
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January 8, 2026
Johnny Manziel goes in-depth on why he no-showed Texas A&M playoff game, ESPN
Texas A&M Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel posted a full podcast episode explaining why he missed the Aggies playoff game and his appear...
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January 8, 2026
Countdown begins for the 2026 RodeoHouston lineup reveal. Here's what to know.
RodeoHouston is announcing its full lineup for the 2026 rodeo Thursday, and the Houston Chronicle has you covered.
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January 8, 2026
14 Houston restaurants and cafes that opened in December
A burger spot and a dumpling house expanded. Anticipated Italian restaurant Hypsi opened its doors.
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January 8, 2026
Pride Houston decides to move up 2026 event date because of the World Cup
Pride Houston 365 is moving its annual Pride Festival and Parade to the first weekend of June this year due to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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January 8, 2026
Houston protests to rally against Minneapolis ICE shooting. What to know.
Houston's protest announcements come after an ICE officer shot and killed 37-year-old Renee Nicole Macklin Good inside her car.
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January 8, 2026
$5 Faves Menu gives Popeyes fans four budget bundles
Popeyes adds four $5 meal bundles to kick off the year.
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January 8, 2026
Nationwide pickleball club to open courts in Spring, Sugar Land
ACE Pickleball Club opened its first courts in the area in Magnolia in 2024.
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January 8, 2026
Mike Renfro still says he scored, even 46 years after Oilers' loss in Pittsburgh
Mike Renfro has found success in the horse racing business, but he can't ever escape The Catch That Wasn't in the Oilers' heartbreaking loss...
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January 8, 2026
Tomlinson: Trump overpromises on Venezuela
President Donald Trump made big promises regarding Venezuelan oil, and U.S. companies will struggle to deliver on them.
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January 8, 2026
Dan Crenshaw says no boots needed on ground in Venezuela
While President Donald Trump has said he's “not afraid of boots on the ground” there, the Houston congressman doesn’t think it will ever rea...
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January 8, 2026
Alief's Martellus Bennett launches Disney TV show 'Hey A.J.!' after NFL career
His new Disney series, 'Hey, A.J.!,' based on the books he wrote for children, debuts Tuesday.
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January 8, 2026
Chevron Houston Marathon: Road closures, parking and how to get around
Street closures for the annual Chevron Houston Marathon will affect downtown and nearby areas Jan. 9–11. Here’s what drivers should know.
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January 8, 2026
Girl Scout Cookie season kicks off with online sales and a new flavor
Girl Scout Cookie season is underway, here's what to know about when to expect Houston in-person.
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January 8, 2026
Will Kamari Lassiter return for playoffs? Will Jaylen Reed?
The Texans could be getting a few key players back into their lineup on Monday against the Steelers in their playoff game.
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January 8, 2026
A guy gets his face ripped off at the start of 'Primate.' What's not to like?
The Johannes Roberts thriller is everything you'd expect a killer-chimp movie to be. No more, no less.
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January 8, 2026
The U.S., and especially Harris County, needs democracy in Venezuela
Removing Maduro could be good for Venezuela, the U.S. and Harris County, writes Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo — but only if he’s replaced...
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January 8, 2026
Sports on TV/radio listings: Jan. 8
Where to watch and/or listen to today's sporting events that will be televised or broadcast on the radio.
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January 8, 2026
January weather flips in Houston — here’s when winter cold arrives
A major shift in the weather pattern late this week will upend Houston temperatures, resurrecting a longer winter chill for January.
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January 8, 2026
Rockets' Ime Udoka laments 'horrendous' defensive discipline in loss to Blazers
The Rockets' inability to come up with timely stops down the stretch helped doom them to a loss in Portland.
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January 8, 2026
Security guard fatally shot outside East End restaurant, authorities say
A security officer working outside an East End restaurant was shot and killed Wednesday evening during an altercation, Houston police said.
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January 8, 2026
Rockets rally falls short at Portland as Tari Eason's tip ruled too late
Houston had a shot to win at the buzzer in Portland but Kevin Durant's 20-footer missed and Tari Eason's putback was ruled too late.
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January 8, 2026
Woman killed by ICE agent in Minneapolis was a mother of 3, poet and new to the city
The woman shot and killed by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Minneapolis was a U.S. citizen and mother of a 6-year-old...
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January 8, 2026
Five players ejected from UH women's basketball game against Kansas State
After a battle for the basketball between UH and Kansas State players, a fight broke out and five players were ejected.
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January 8, 2026
Houston's first Fleet Week set following delay due to government shutdown
The city will welcome several active-duty U.S. Navy ships and thousands of service members for celebrations April 15-22, Mayor John Whitmire...
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January 8, 2026
Rockets' Alperen Şengün 'getting better,' could return from injury sooner
The Rockets' All-Star center has made progress in his recovery from a sprained ankle, coach Ime Udoka said before Wednesday's game in Portla...
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January 8, 2026
Trump invites Colombian president to White House after threatening his country with military strike
President Donald Trump has abruptly changed his tone about his Colombian counterpart, Gustavo Petro. Trump said Wednesday that they had exch...
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January 8, 2026
Trump proposes massive increase in 2027 defense spending to $1.5T, citing 'dangerous times'
President Donald Trump is proposing setting U.S. military spending at $1.5 trillion in 2027, citing “troubled and dangerous times.” Trump ca...
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January 7, 2026
NASA postpones spacewalk due to 'medical concern' on the space station
NASA is postponing a spacewalk due to a "medical concern with a crew member" on the International Space Station. It did not say who was expe...
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January 7, 2026
Felony charges dismissed against Houston teen, Georgia commit Chace Calicut
Felony assault charges against Houston teen and Georgia football commit Chace Calicut were dismissed pending further investigation and may b...
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January 7, 2026
Woman shot and killed on Metro bus; police search for suspect in west Houston
Police said a second gunshot victim was taken to the hospital in a personal vehicle, but it was unclear if that person was on the bus.
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January 7, 2026
Chevron Houston Marathon: What to know before you attend this weekend
The Chevron Houston Marathon is this Sunday in downtown and here's what to know about road closures, arrival times, parking and weather.
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January 7, 2026
Why a seized Venezuelan oil tanker sits offshore Galveston
The two latest vessels join a third parked offshore Galveston. One tanker's presence near Texas refineries raises the question: what happens...
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January 7, 2026
Russell Dickerson joins Houston Rodeo lineup following surprise New York show
Ahead of tomorrow's Rodeo lineup reveal, Russell Dickerson performed a 15-minute pop-up show in Times Square.
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January 7, 2026
EVENT: The 2026 primary is heating up. Here’s what voters need to know.
Join politics reporters Jeremy Wallace, Raj Mankad, John Lomax and Nicole Hensley for a virtual roundtable on a very competitive 2026 primar...
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January 7, 2026