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How much do you need to earn to buy a home in Houston? New numbers are out

Houston home prices have dipped and affordability is improving, but buyers still need more than $100,000 a year to afford a median-priced home.

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A pair of red Crocs, an insulin pen and a mystery solved through DNA

Forensic genetic genealogy helped investigators identify Robert LaFaire, whose remains were found in a tree line in February 2023.

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Houston suburb breaks ground on $15M makeover of iconic historic landmark

After more than 20 years sitting vacant, Sugar Land's historic Imperial Sugar Char House is getting a $15 million restoration. Here's what's planned.

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Texas EquuSearch asks Sugar Land neighbors to check cameras for missing man

Townewest residents are asked to review footage from 6 to 10 p.m. Oct. 27 for any sign of Allen or a vehicle they don’t recognize.

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Public works crews remove Flock cameras in League City as residents celebrate their privacy rights.

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League City begins disabling Flock cameras after voters rejected automated license plate readers

On a bright Thursday morning in League City, the hum of heavy machinery was a stark contrast to the quiet determination of local residents. As community members gathered near the bustling intersections, public works crews carefully removed 55 Flock cameras that had been watching over their streets....

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Could Texas suspend gas and diesel taxes? What Gina Hinojosa has proposed

On a warm Houston morning, families filling up their cars at local stations might have felt a flicker of hope. The rising cost of fuel has long been a burden for many, especially as diesel prices surged to record levels last September, pushing the price at the pump well over $4 per gallon in some...

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Houston football star Colin Simmons celebrating after being named a semifinalist for the Lombardi Award, embodying faith and determination

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Texas’ Colin Simmons among 12 semifinalists for 2026 Lombardi Award

Under the bright Texas sun, young athletes often dream of their moment in the spotlight, but for Colin Simmons, that moment is now. The Houston-born linebacker has captured national attention, earning a spot among the 12 semifinalists for the prestigious 2026 Lombardi Award. His journey from local...

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Plans for gas station at historic Houston church site withdrawn after residents object

The warm glow of community unity shone brightly in Houston this week, as residents rallied to protect a cherished piece of their neighborhood’s history. It was a moment that reminded us all of the power of collective voice and the deep roots that bind families and faith communities together....

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Missing 13-year-old found safe, family says

On a warm Houston afternoon, the community’s collective breath was held as news broke that 13-year-old Marcus Johnson, who had been reported missing earlier this week, was finally found safe. The young boy’s face, once a source of concern and worry for his family and neighbors, now radiates relief...

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Counterfeit Super Bowl rings intercepted at Houston airport

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Fake Super Bowl rings from China intercepted at Houston airport

As the sun began to rise over Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport, a routine inspection revealed a surprising shipment that would send ripples through the community. Officers from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) intercepted a package containing 75 counterfeit Super Bowl rings,...

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A vibrant Beaumont sunset over a local sports bar filled with friends enjoying a game.

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Texas has new leadership. What does that mean for sports betting and THC?

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm golden glow over Beaumont, a group of friends gathered at a local sports bar, laughter mingling with the clinking of glasses. They were discussing last weekend's thrilling football game, but their conversation soon turned to the hot topics of...

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Unidentified man with initials RB found in Humble in 1987

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He was found wearing a belt with the initials 'RB' in Humble in 1987. Who was he?

On a warm summer day in August 1987, a group of construction workers stumbled upon something that would leave an indelible mark on their community—a body discovered near Rankin Road in Humble. The man was found wearing a distinctive belt adorned with the initials 'RB' and cowboy boots, a detail...

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HPD investigating suspicious death of woman in southeast Houston

On a quiet morning in southeast Houston, the sun began to rise, casting a golden hue over the neighborhood. It was a day that started like any other until the tranquility was shattered by the unsettling news of a woman's suspicious death. As the community grapples with this shocking event, the...

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