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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
Maduro is set to make his first appearance in a US courtroom on drug trafficking charges
Deposed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is set to make his first appearance in an American courtroom. Maduro and his wife are expected t...
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January 5, 2026
Houston’s warm January run ends with a late-week cold front
Warm January weather pushes Houston into the 80s before a late-week cold front brings cooler, more seasonable temperatures.
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January 5, 2026
Fact check: Lawmaker claims Zohran Mamdani is 'bringing Sharia law to America'
The newly-sworn in New York City mayor has expressed no intention to implement Shariah, and the Constitution bars anyone from doing so even...
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January 5, 2026
Jasmine Crockett wears Republican insults as badge of honor in U.S. Senate race
In the coming Democratic primary against James Talarico, Jasmine Crockett says the GOP is targeting her because she can win the U.S. Senate...
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January 5, 2026
Texans visit Steelers in AFC wild-card round. How the teams match up.
The Texans face Aaron Rodgers for the second time in as many seasons when they open the playoffs next week in Pittsburgh.
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January 5, 2026
Texans get prime-time playoff slot, with opponent still to be determined
For a change, the Texans will be closing the first round of the playoffs instead of opening it.
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January 5, 2026
'Four games away from being world champions.' Why Texans are a playoff force
The Texans' win over the Colts on Sunday showed that they'll be a tough out in the playoffs, no matter whom they play.
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January 5, 2026
Why the Texans wanted Tommy Togiai to score a touchdown
The Texans worked all week to design a play for defensive tackle Tommy Togiai to score a touchdown. That play busted but he scored anyway.
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January 5, 2026
UT women's basketball may not be perfect but they are still undefeated
Texas nearly let a 15-point lead slip away in fourth quarter but survived Ole Miss to remain unbeaten as SEC play begins.
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January 5, 2026
Texans' Alijah Huzzie finally got his NFL shot, came away with key INT in win
The Texans' Alijah Huzzie had played just one NFL snap before Sunday, but his teammates all expected big things from him against the Colts....
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January 4, 2026
UH adds a pair of former Tulane players in transfer portal
Running back Makhi Hughes and guard Shadre Hurst, who were all-conference players for UH coach Willie Fritz at Tulane, will be joining the C...
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January 4, 2026
Ka'imi Fairbairn ties NFL record in win, not that he knew anything about it
Texans kicker Ka'imi Fairbairn is so low-key, he set the NFL single-season record for field goals and had no idea until reporters told him i...
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January 4, 2026
Texans key play: Xavier Hutchinson's catch helps set up winning field goal
Xavier Hutchinson's team-best receiving day, including a big late catch, helped ensure the Texans would be the AFC's No. 5 seed.
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January 4, 2026
The Texans are the No. 5 seed in the AFC. How other playoff spots shape up
The Texans will finish as the top wild card in the AFC after beating Indianapolis but the rest of the conference seedings are undecided.
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January 4, 2026
Texans report card: Grading Houston's performance in Week 18 win over Colts
How we graded the Texans' performance in beating the Colts to clinch the No. 5 seed in the AFC playoffs.
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January 4, 2026
Texans takeaways from win over Colts: Starters rest in second half
The Texans managed to beat the Colts and earn the No. 5 seed despite resting most starters in second half and lapses in coverage.
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January 4, 2026
Opponents on Texans' 2026 schedule set, including visit from Cowboys
The Texans will play eight home games in 2026, including a visit from their intrastate rivals.
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January 4, 2026
Myles Garrett sets NFL single-season sack record with 23rd sack
The Cleveland Browns' Myles Garrett has set the NFL's single-season sack record during Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Garrett...
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January 4, 2026
After bus topples over Midtown bridge, injured are 'out of danger,' Metro says
None of the injuries were life threatening, Metro spokesperson Anna Carpenter said in an update Sunday.
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January 4, 2026
Runners should prepare for chilly Houston Marathon start
Runners can expect a chilly start at the Chevron Houston Marathon, with early-morning temperatures in the 40s.
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January 4, 2026
New Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai spotted at Texans game, throwing up the H
Tatsuya Imai, who officially signed with the Houston Astros on Friday, gave the crowd an enthusiastic response when he was shown at the Texa...
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January 4, 2026
Venezuelans to rally in Katy for second day as protesters gather in Uptown
Unidad Houston, a group supporting democracy in Venezuela, will gather in the Market Town lot at 25600 Westheimer Parkway in Katy at 1 p.m.
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January 4, 2026
Texans vs. Colts: Updates, analysis from Week 18 game
The Texans finish the regular season at home with an outside chance to win their third straight AFC South title.
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January 4, 2026
Source: Texans to rest star receiver Nico Collins for season finale vs. Colts
The Houston Texans will be without their best offensive weapon in the regular season finale.
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January 4, 2026
Driving the 2026 Corvette C8 Stingray: Supercar performance without snobbery
With its mid-engine layout, fighter-jet cockpit, and roaring V8, the 2026 Corvette C8 Stingray looks ready to challenge Europe’s elite, with...
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January 4, 2026
The 10 Houston zip codes where home values grew fastest over the last decade
Growth in the Houston region has helped drive up home values across Harris County over the last decade – but these increases have been uneve...
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January 4, 2026
Cinemark's 'Bring Your Own Bucket' deal expands to two days in January
Cinemark's "Bring Your Own Bucket" deal day was so popular in January 2025, it is now back for two days later this month.
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January 4, 2026
See Houston’s biggest donors to President Donald Trump's 2024 campaign
Houston residents gave at least $32 million to Trump's campaign. Two gave more than $1 million, and another four gave nearly that amount.
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January 4, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Houston World Cup spot hinges on next six months. Here’s why
Cristiano Ronaldo is the headliner of Houston’s World Cup schedule next summer. Is there a chance he might be suspended for Portugal’s two g...
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January 4, 2026
Miguel Zenón to debut new 'Yo Soy La Tradicion' with Kinetic Ensemble
The composer is using the piece for saxophone and string orchestra to explore the musical roots of his island home.
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January 4, 2026
Sports on TV/radio listings: Jan. 4
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 4, 2026
How fundraising helps shape Texas political races
Fundraising totals often shape Texas political races by signaling strength and supporting early campaign infrastructure.
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January 4, 2026
Warm week coming to Houston, but when will cold weather return?
Near-record temps are expected by the middle of the week, but weather models are hinting at a cold front by next weekend.
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January 4, 2026
How Kevin Durant talked his way out of 5 fouls in first half of loss to Dallas
A mistake at the scorer's table almost gave an extra foul to Kevin Durant but he fixed it yet still had four in first half of loss to Dallas...
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January 4, 2026