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January 6, 2026
Why is Houston setting January heat records now? Here's what science says
A stubborn high pressure ridge could bring record January heat to Houston. Here’s why temperatures are running far above normal this week.
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January 6, 2026
Conroe's Crighton Theatre to have new seats for the first time since 1979
Conroe's historic Crighton Theatre is dark this month for the gem of downtown to get a major refresh with new seating.
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January 6, 2026
Latest Verizon World Cup ticket giveaway starts this week. What to know.
Verizon is giving away free tickets to five World Cup matches in Houston. When is the giveaway?
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January 6, 2026
Bradley Cooper’s lightest film gives Will Arnett his heaviest role
Arnett plays a man who struggles to be a stand-up comic while his marriage collapses in this engaging comedy-drama.
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January 6, 2026
Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers' history vs. Texans includes lots of winning
Aaron Rodgers has gone nearly 20 years without losing to the Texans as he makes his sixth start against Houston when the playoffs begin in P...
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January 6, 2026
How worried should Mexico and Cuba be following Venezuela attack?
President Donald Trump certainly sounded like he was putting Mexico on notice on Sunday as he talked to reporters about the aftermath of ca...
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January 6, 2026
Meow Wolf Houston joins Museums for All, offering $5 tickets for SNAP recipients
The initiative is part of a national effort that includes more than 1,500 museums.
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January 6, 2026
Sports on TV/radio listings: Jan. 6
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 6, 2026
Record January heat hits Houston today. When does it get cooler?
Houston heads into record January heat this week as highs climb into the 80s before a cold front brings cooler, more winter-like weather.
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January 6, 2026
Kevin Durant: Game-winner vs. Suns was sweet against team that 'scapegoated' me
Kevin Durant hit a game-winning 3-pointer in the final seconds, then opened up about some of the hard feelings he has for how his time in Ph...
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January 6, 2026
Kevin Durant's 3-pointer in final seconds lifts Rockets over Suns
Kevin Durant hit a 3-pointer with 1.1 seconds remaining to give the Houston Rockets a 100-97 win over the Suns on a night when the scoreboar...
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January 6, 2026
Rockets, Suns forced to play a bit without visible clock or score on scoreboards
After multiple clock and scoreboard disruptions, the Houston Rockets and Phoenix Suns played on while the PA announcer called out the score...
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January 6, 2026
'What's up H-Town?' Why Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai chose the Astros
An enthusiastic Tatsuya Imai said he picked the Houston Astros because thought the team offered the best path to a World Series.
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January 6, 2026
Deputy constable charged following attack on 3 Baytown nurses, records show
Sgt. Robert Earl Nobles Jr., 42, has been charged with three felony counts of assault and was relieved of duty from the Harris County Precin...
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January 5, 2026
4 Democratic judicial candidates withdraw after ballot challenge
Four judicial candidates withdrew from their 2026 races after incumbent judges and other Democrats filed suits alleging their candidate fili...
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January 5, 2026
Tatsuya Imai is the Astros' first big signing from Japan. He may not be the last
Jim Crane says the Astros are bulking up their scouting operation in Asia to catch up to the rest of MLB in landing top talent from region.
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January 5, 2026
UH's focus solely on Texas Tech as Big 12 contenders meet in early showdown
The Big 12 has been dubbed “the second-best league behind the NBA” and UH faces an immediate test in conference play against Texas Tech.
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January 5, 2026
Emotions run high in jury selection for trial of former Uvalde school cop
Adrian Gonzales is charged with abandoning or endangering a child, accused of failing to confront the gunman during the 2022 Robb Elementary...
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January 5, 2026
Houston refineries could benefit first from renewed Venezuelan oil imports
Exxon, Chevron, Phillips 66 and others already operate refineries capable of processing the kind of heavy crude that comes from Venezuelan o...
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January 5, 2026
UT and the transfer portal: Arkansas DL to Austin, Parker Livingstone to Indiana
The Longhorns haven't landed the big name yet but got some big bodies on offense and defense in transfer portal.
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January 5, 2026
Astros haven't discussed extensions for GM Dana Brown, manager Joe Espada
Dana Brown and Joe Espada both have contracts that expire after the 2026 season, leaving their long-term status uncertain.
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January 5, 2026
Some Hyundais should be parked away from buildings due to fire risk, recall says
More than 50,000 Hyundai SUVs are being recalled because of a defect that could cause the lights to malfunction and short circuit, risking c...
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January 5, 2026
'Pure will and determination.' What Texans coach DeMeco Ryans sees in Steelers
Houston Texans coach DeMeco Ryans breaks down what his team faces against the Pittsburgh Steelers and Mike Tomlin in AFC playoffs.
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January 5, 2026
Houston attorney files to represent Venezuelan first lady. Who is Mark Donnelly?
Donnelly, a seasoned former federal prosecutor, once testified to the Texas House about Attorney General Ken Paxton's securities fraud case.
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January 5, 2026
Democrat Andrew White drops his bid to take on Gov. Greg Abbott
The Houston Democrat threw his support behind Rep. Gina Hinojosa, who is widely seen as the party's front-runner to take on Abbott in Novemb...
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January 5, 2026
UH's Kelvin Sampson gets Hall of Fame nod in home state of North Carolina
Kelvin Sampson became the first Native American elected to the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame.
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January 5, 2026
3,000 people can win free Chick-fil-A for a year as chain turns 80. Here's how.
In honor of 80 years in business, Chick-fil-A is celebrating with yearlong promotions and restaurant-themed items.
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January 5, 2026
Breaking down UH's No. 7 ranking in Associated Press basketball poll
The Cougars moved up one spot in this week's Associated Press poll after Big 12 play began last weekend.
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January 5, 2026
US drops the number of vaccines it recommends for every child
Officials say the overhaul to the federal vaccine schedule, announced Monday, won’t result in any families losing access or insurance covera...
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January 5, 2026
UH basketball vs. Texas Tech: How to watch, what to know about Tuesday's game
The Cougars welcome the Red Raiders to Fertitta Center for a matchup of top-15 teams.
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January 5, 2026
Taxes, housing and other reasons Texas is No. 1 for inbound moves, U-Haul says
Moving company U-Haul has released its moving trends data for 2025 and Texas returned to being the top state that people are moving to from...
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January 5, 2026
What Venezuelan asylum seekers in Houston should know after Maduro's ouster
Houston immigration attorneys said Venezuelans with valid asylum claims could see their cases dismissed amid assertions the South American c...
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January 5, 2026
Who is Nicolás Maduro? What to know about his Venezuelan presidency.
The U.S. military operation after midnight Saturday morning means changes are on the way for Venezuela.
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January 5, 2026
Houston City Council member asks ICE to change policy on identification
Council Member Edward Pollard told the local ICE field office that the agency's tactics had destroyed trust among residents.
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January 5, 2026
These are the high-profile cases to watch in Harris County courts in 2026
The Chronicle is watching a host of high-profile trials and other court proceedings in Houston for 2026.
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January 5, 2026
How cold will it be in Pittsburgh for Texans-Steelers playoff game?
The Houston Texans have dealt with frigid temperatures on the road in the playoffs before, but it looks like they will avoid the worst of th...
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January 5, 2026
Who is Adrian Gonzales? What to know about the ex-Uvalde officer on trial
Former Uvalde CISD police officer Adrian Gonzales will stand trial and faces multiple charges of child abandonment and endangerment in the 2...
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January 5, 2026
Texans favored over Steelers, but still have long gambling odds to win it all
The Houston Texans are betting favorites on the road against the Pittsburgh Steelers, but still are gambling long shots to make the Super Bo...
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January 5, 2026
James Talarico says he raised $6.8 million since Oct. 1 in race for US Senate
The state representative from Austin is battling U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Dallas in the March 3 Democratic primary.
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January 5, 2026
Houston Rockets, Dallas Mavericks to play preseason games in Macao next season
The Houston Rockets, who are extremely popular in China because of Yao Ming, will play the Dallas Mavericks in Macao, making it their first...
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January 5, 2026
Thanks to wise trades, Texans own four picks in the top 70 of 2026 NFL draft
The misfortune of the Washington Commanders and New York Giants will pay off for the Houston Texans, who now know where the picks from those...
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January 5, 2026
A simple sheet-pan chicken dinner recipe to ease into the new year
This sheet-pan chicken and butternut squash roast comes together with minimal prep and big flavor, making it an ideal low-stress dinner for...
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January 5, 2026
Walz, Democrats' 2024 VP pick, drops bid for third term as Minnesota governor; Klobuchar considers
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is ending his bid for a third term as governor less than four months after launching a reelection campaign.
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January 5, 2026
Rockets center Alperen Şengün to miss Monday's game against the Suns
Alperen Şengün injured his right ankle against the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday and will miss at least one more game.
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January 5, 2026
Military-style truck strikes multiple vehicles before Houston pursuit, HCSO says
State troopers and at least one sheriff's office deputy fired guns and deployed spike strips during the pursuit, and they used gas to force...
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January 5, 2026
Houston officers have minor injuries after crash that caused brief vehicle fire
Two Houston police department units were involved in a major crash while in pursuit of a vehicle late Sunday night in the Greenspoint area o...
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January 5, 2026
Expect these updates from HISD in 2026: STAAR scores, TEA ratings and more
With Houston ISD students returning to classes Tuesday, here's what to expect from the state's largest school district in 2026.
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January 5, 2026
Houston-area suburbs have some of the highest property taxes in the US
Conroe, The Woodlands and Pearland, all suburbs of Houston, have notably high property taxes, according to an annual ranking from SmartAsset...
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January 5, 2026
Sports on TV/radio listings: Jan. 5
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 5, 2026