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Houston News: Local News, Latest Updates, & Headlines on Local Events, Business & Culture

Welcome to Houston.com’s News hub, your source for local news. Find the latest happenings across our vibrant city. From breaking news and community highlights to in-depth features on local business and culture, we bring you the stories that matter most to Houstonians. Stay informed, engaged, and connected with everything that’s shaping life in Houston today.

Nov 21
Deadly Home Invasion Near River Oaks Shakes Houston Community

A violent home invasion near River Oaks left one man dead after masked intruders forced their way into an apartment, prompting increased safety concerns for Houston residents.

Nov 21
Houston County Coach Tanner Harris Departs for Florida Position

Houston County High School head football coach Tanner Harris is leaving for a new coaching role in Florida, prompting questions about leadership changes and regional athletics ties.

Nov 21
University of Houston Moves Forward With Major Agnes Arnold Hall Renovation

The University of Houston is preparing a major renovation of Agnes Arnold Hall, a project that will update one of the campus’s most heavily used academic buildings and improve long‑term safety and usability.

Nov 20
Two More Inmates Die at Harris County Jail, Raising Safety Concerns in Houston

Two additional inmate deaths at the Harris County Jail this week are intensifying concerns about safety, oversight, and transparency in Houston’s largest detention facility.

Nov 20
Ohio Man Admits to Hacking Houston Company and Locking Out 2,500 Workers

An Ohio man pleaded guilty to hacking a Houston company after his firing, disrupting access for 2,500 employees and raising concerns about cybersecurity risks for local employers.

Nov 20
Houston-Area Families Can Receive Free Turkeys at Harris County Thanksgiving Drive-Thru

Harris County will distribute 700 free turkeys during a Saturday drive-thru event from 1–3 PM, offering holiday support to Houston-area families.

Nov 20
Reese Witherspoon’s Draper James Opens New Houston-Area Store

Reese Witherspoon’s Draper James has returned to the Houston area with a new boutique, expanding the brand’s physical footprint beyond Nashville.

Nov 20
Houston Officials Broaden Review of Future Astrodome Uses

Harris County leaders have expanded the scope of an ongoing study on the Astrodome’s future, opening the door to new redevelopment options that could reshape the landmark’s role in Houston.

Nov 20
Three Houston Tech Firms Earn Spots on National Fast-Growth List

Three rapidly expanding Houston tech companies have been ranked among the fastest-growing in the U.S., highlighting the city’s rising profile as a tech hub.

Nov 20
Houston Grand Jury Declines to Indict Detention Officer Accused of Pointing Gun at Shopper

A Harris County grand jury chose not to indict a sheriff’s detention officer accused of pointing a gun at a man he believed was shoplifting, closing a closely watched Houston case.