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November 6, 2026
Families sue Texas City in federal court for deaths in police custody
One man died from methamphetamine use after police drove him to jail, and an officer failed to dislodge a plastic bag from another's mouth.
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November 6, 2026
Texas Democrats plan to undo GOP’s work on State Board of Education
Democrats say they have a majority on the State Board of Education, and now want to revisit the Christian-infused reading lists and social s...
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November 5, 2026
How Texas Democrats could change enforcement of the abortion ban
Texas has some of the strictest abortion laws in the country, threatening anyone who provides an abortion with first-degree felony charges,...
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November 5, 2026
Houston violated Food Not Bomb's constitutional rights, court rules
A federal judge ruled that Houston violated Food Not Bombs’ First Amendment rights when it tried to stop the group from serving free meals a...
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November 5, 2026
Gina Hinojosa's names Texas governor transition team
The governor-elect said former state Rep. Ernest Bailes was a close ally in “delivering for our public schools” during his time in the Texas...
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November 5, 2026
Gina Hinojosa pledged an end to Texas school vouchers. Can she do it?
More than 110,000 Texas students received voucher awards this year. Houston has nearly a quarter of them, leaving families uncertain about w...
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November 5, 2026
Montgomery County courthouse preservation plan gets $1.8M grant
The plan includes removing the courthouse’s 1966 wings and converting former jail space into courtrooms.
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November 5, 2026
Sarah Eckhardt movies: Texas comptroller acting career
Before becoming Texas comptroller-elect, Sarah Eckhardt appeared in two films, including “Student Bodies” and “Things Change.”
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November 5, 2026
Sid Miller says Texas Republicans ignored his warnings
Sid Miller says Texas Republicans ignored rural voters’ concerns about data centers before Democrats’ 2026 statewide sweep.
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November 5, 2026
Lina Hidalgo sued by former employee for discrimination, retaliation
A former employee of Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is suing the county, alleging she was fired for filing a discrimination complaint.
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November 5, 2026
Key dates to watch as Gina Hinojosa, Texas Democrats take control
Many in the party are now racing to organize ahead of the looming legislative session. Here's what to know.
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November 5, 2026
Jon Rosenthal joins Texas’ oil regulator with plans to double budget
Rosenthal will be the first Democrat to serve on the commission since 1994. He aims to double the agency’s annual budget to roughly $500 mil...
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November 5, 2026
Can Texas Republicans rein in Gina Hinojosa's powers as governor?
State Rep. Brian Harrison has called on Republicans to use their limited time left to limit what the new Democratic governor can do once in...
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November 5, 2026
Nathan Johnson: 'Dragon Ball Z' composer to Texas new attorney general
Texas attorney general-elect Nathan Johnson once composed music for ‘Dragon Ball Z.'
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November 5, 2026
Powderhorn WMA to expand by 7,500 acres on Texas coast
The Powderhorn WMA is a Texas coastal wildlife haven with diverse habitat. The property is set to expand by 7,500 acres.
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November 5, 2026
Opinion: Hinojosa can reshape public education in Texas
State Rep. Gina Hinojosa, now governor-elect, can redefine public education in Texas. She has a chance to address real issues and improve ou...
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November 5, 2026
Gina Hinojosa won. Mike Miles's days are numbered at Houston ISD.
A historic win for governor means a big shake up in Houston ISD, writes the editorial board. But why wait for January?
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November 5, 2026
Which Top 100 restaurant do you think took the No. 1 spot in 2026?
The annual Houston Chronicle list will be released Nov. 12. Take your best stab guessing at who you think might take the top spot.
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November 5, 2026
The Arc breaks ground in Rice University's Ion district in Houston
What happens when university researchers and corporate R&D teams work side by side? Rice is betting its new 200,000-square-foot Midtown hub...
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November 5, 2026
Republican Rob Giesecke wins Brazoria County judge race
Republican secures Brazoria County judge in three-way race.
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November 5, 2026
Texas data centers face a new reality after Gina Hinojosa's victory
Gina Hinojosa’s victory in the governor's race could reshape Texas data center development, with a longer moratorium and stricter regulation...
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November 5, 2026
'Jimmy' biopic captures Jimmy Stewart's voice, but not his stature
The inability to capture Stewart's towering presence and an intrusive musical score make the film a frustrating experience.
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November 5, 2026
Houston restaurants that closed in October, including Barbacana
Houston restaurants that closed in October include Barbacana, Moderno, Cutting Board and more.
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November 5, 2026
Texas Lottery: Houstonian wins $5 million from Uptown scratch ticket
The winnings came from a scratch ticket that costs $100, with prizes starting at $150.
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November 5, 2026
UH vs. Cincinnati: How to watch, date, time, TV channel, what to know
UH returns from its off week with its homecoming game against Cincinnati as the Cougars try to stay in the race for the Big 12 title game.
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November 5, 2026
Texas vs. Missouri: How to watch, date, time, TV channel
Fresh off two straight wins, Texas plays the first of consecutive road games in a top-20 matchup at Missouri.
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November 5, 2026
'I Play Rocky,' 'The Cat in the Hat,' 'Ramayana' top list of new films
'Jimmy,' 'Once Upon a Time in Harlem,' 'Godzilla Minus Zero,' 'Possible Love' and 'Wild Horse Nine' are also opening
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November 5, 2026
The voters behind Texas’ blue wave in Harris County
Black and Hispanic voters powered James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa’s wins in Harris County, where voters cited concerns about immigration, c...
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November 5, 2026
Hear Me Out: Which three Texas teams belong in the CFP?
Readers weigh in on this week's Hear Me Out podcast question: If you were on the CFP selection committee, who would be your top three Texas...
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November 5, 2026
Texas AG files child support case after Gary Matthews investigation
Two days after The News began publishing its series about Gary Alton Matthews Jr.'s child support cases, Texas filed a new child support pet...
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November 5, 2026
Lab-grown meat is banned in Texas. Two companies are suing.
Wildtype and UPSIDE Foods say Texas' ban on selling cell-cultured meat violates the Commerce Clause.
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November 5, 2026
Houston Rockets can't stop LaMelo Ball and Timberwolves in 4th quarter
Houston lost its second game of the season when Minnesota outscored Houston by 12 points in the fourth quarter.
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November 5, 2026
Rockets mailbag: Can Amen Thompson touch the top of the backboard?
How much freedom do Rockets players have on offense? Ime Udoka and Kevin Durant explain how Houston’s young core is learning to read and cre...
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November 5, 2026
Houston forecast: Coastal rain Thursday, cooler weather ahead
A cool front brings coastal rain Thursday evening, followed by breezy, cooler weather. See when weekend showers could reach parts of Southea...
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November 5, 2026
New-look Texas women's basketball beats Fairleigh Dickinson in opener
Five of Texas' seven best players from a Women’s Final Four team departed, so this year’s Longhorns have room to grow. But Vic Schaefer is c...
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November 5, 2026
Why Seattle Mariners new manager Jason Kanzler refuses to say Astros
New Seattle Mariners manager Jason Kanzler spent five seasons with the Houston Astros, but he refused to name them in his press conference....
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November 5, 2026
How Gina Hinojosa could end HISD’s state takeover as governor
Gina Hinojosa has pledged to return HISD to local control, but she cannot act until she takes office. State law and a GOP Senate could slow...
Houston Chronicle
November 4, 2026
Harris County GOP judges appointed by Abbott ousted in Dem sweep
Some criminal justice stakeholders argued Gov. Greg Abbott's Harris County judicial appointees deserved to stay, but the GOP incumbents were...
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November 4, 2026
Texas Democrats align state with Harris County after sweeping midterms
Democrats' statewide sweep could give Harris County leaders a new ally in Austin after years of clashes with Republican state officials.
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November 4, 2026
How Gina Hinojosa could reshape Texas higher education
After years of Republican control, Texas professors see a new path under Democratic Gov.-elect Gina Hinojosa — though the GOP-controlled Sen...
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November 4, 2026
James Talarico makes TV appearances after historic blue wave victory
After defeating Ken Paxton, James Talarico used TV interviews to outline priorities on immigration, costs and working across party lines.
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November 4, 2026
Texas state board of education could flip after years of GOP control
The makeup of the board appeared evenly split between Democrats and Republicans on Wednesday, with a tie-breaking Houston-area race too clos...
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November 4, 2026
How Gina Hinojosa could wield her new power in a divided Texas
“The voters have delivered a mandate for change, and it is change they will get,” Hinojosa said in her victory speech.
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November 4, 2026
Trump brags about his White House ballroom and seeks to deflect blame for GOP midterm drubbing
President Donald Trump reacted to Republicans' midterm election losses by showcasing the new White House ballroom. He invited reporters on W...
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November 4, 2026
A new Texas claims its power at the ballot box
While the euphoria was new for Democrats, their stunning midterm wins this week were a decade in the making.
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November 4, 2026
Texas alligator hunting: Core counties could see longer season
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission will consider a longer alligator hunting season in core counties, as well as several other changes.
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November 4, 2026
Houston leaders could use midterms to revisit HPD-ICE relationship
Several city leaders on Wednesday were eager to renew a push to limit cooperation with President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown follow...
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November 4, 2026
Elon Musk's Texas empire could face scrutiny after Democrats win
Billionaire Elon Musk backed Republicans in the midterm elections. Here's how the blue wave sweeping Texas and Congress could affect his bus...
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November 4, 2026
Could Dan Patrick's loss open the door to THC and sports betting?
"He was the roadblock, and now he's gone," said Susan Hays, an attorney who has lobbied for legalizing cannabis, including medical marijuana...
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November 4, 2026