Two Suspects in Custody following Traffic Stop and Foot Pursuit, Three Remain Outstanding
This morning at approximately 10:30 AM, Deputies with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop on a white Ford F-150 near the 9...
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7 people shot during birthday party at rented lounge in Dickinson
Seven people were wounded in a shooting outside a rented lounge in Dickinson early Sunday morning as a birthday party was ending.
Multiple hurt in shooting outside Dickinson neighborhood lounge
We're working to learn more about the incident.
Celebrate America 250 with a patriotic run along The Woodlands Waterway on July 2
Celebrate America 250 with a burst of patriotic fun at the Firecracker 5K along The Woodlands Waterway—a one-time-only, scenic, chip-timed race for al...
Father of Texas teen paralyzed in Waffle House parking lot shooting speaks out as gunman remains at large
An 18-year-old high school senior is paralyzed after a spring break shooting. Two suspects are in custody, but the alleged gunman remains at large.
Relative seeks justice 56 years after 23-year-old woman's murder in Galveston
Mary Ellen Robinson, 23, was murdered in Galveston on May 13, 1970. Five decades later, a relative is still trying to get justice.
The Woodlands Township Board takes step to advance South Gosling Golf Course
The Woodlands Township Board of Directors took the next step in advancing a new public recreation amenity at the South Gosling Tract, approving a term...
Houston mayor says the city ‘started the process’ of renaming César Chávez Boulevard
A Houston César Chávez march scheduled for later this month has been canceled in the wake of sexual assault allegations against the late civil rights ...
Rescued humpback whale stranded again in Germany’s Baltic Sea
A humpback whale that was freed after days trapped in shallow waters at a Baltic Sea resort in Germany has become stranded again.
Proposal about HPD-ICE coordination faces hurdle after Houston's legal department takes issue with ordinance
A finding from the city’s legal department posed an obstacle to a proposal long called for by civil rights advocates in Houston.
Williams Sonoma to open at Hughes Landing in The Woodlands Fall 2026
Today Howard Hughes Communities confirmed that Williams Sonoma is opening a 5,000-square-foot store at Hughes Landing Retail Row in The Woodlands, bri...
High school cheer team wins 2026 international title after months of training and fundraising
The team spent 10 months perfecting their routine, relying on community support and senior leadership to secure a victory.
Corpus Christi mayor targeted by removal petition amid looming water crisis
While the initiative is related to a separate matter, some residents see it as tied to perceived mismanagement of the city's water issue.
The Woodlands recognized as one of best places to raise a family in America
Once again, The Woodlands has earned national recognition as one of the best communities in the country. According to Niche.com, The Woodlands is one ...
TSA agents will soon be paid but it may not mean immediate relief at airport security lines
President Trump's executive order on Friday instructed the Department of Homeland Security to pay TSA officers immediately, although it's unclear when...
UFC set to bring cage-match bout to White House as part of nation's 250th anniversary celebration
President Donald Trump is hosting a UFC fight on White House grounds to celebrate his 80th birthday and the nation's 250th anniversary.
Apollo vs. Artemis: What to know about NASA's return to the moon
The Artemis II mission will test Orion systems and use a safer flyby route, while delays and new plans reshape NASA’s long-term lunar strategy.
‘Our democracy is worth it’: ‘No Kings’ protesters in Houston area rally against Trump administration
The third installment of "No Kings" protests in the Houston region drew thousands of demonstrators Saturday as part of a coordinated, nationwide movem...
Krispy Kreme launches space-themed doughnut to celebrate Artemis II moon mission
Krispy Kreme is launching a limited time space-themed doughnut to celebrate NASA's upcoming Artemis II mission, which will launch some time in April.
Austin honors late MLB Hall of Famer Don Baylor with renamed city park
Baylor was one of the first Austinites to integrate Austin High School and went on to earn a World Series pennant, MVP award and manager of the year t...
After Minnesota scandal, Texas reviewed its child care spending. It found little fraud
An investigation ordered by Gov. Greg Abbott found that less than half a percent of federal money spent on child care scholarships in Texas was consid...
Memorial Hermann The Woodlands and Angel Reach create Health Care Career Pathway for Youth experiencing Homelessness
Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center and Angel Reach have partnered to open a direct pathway into health care careers for young adults aging ...
Operation Pets Alive encourages adopting a new best friend during PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week
Scores of adoptable pets are longing for people to shower with love and affection. Operation Pets Alive is proud to partner with PetSmart Charities® t...
Market Street names performers for Spring 2026 Concert Series
Live music at Market Street is back as the popular Spring Concert Series lineup features artists performing Top 40, jazz, Latin, country, cover favori...
Amazon's Big Spring Sale: What you need to know to save big
Amazon's Big Spring Sale is back! Here's everything you need to know to save big.
Nestlé says 413,793 KitKat candy bars stolen en route from Italy to Poland
Swiss food giant Nestlé says about 12 tons, or 413,793 candy bars, of its KitKat chocolate brand were stolen after leaving its production site in Ital...
'Top Gun' and 'Back to the Future' actor James Tolkan dies at 94
Actor James Tolkan, known for his roles as a cigar-chomping naval commander in "Top Gun" and a gruff high school administrator in "Back to the Future,...
Pope Leo XIV rejects claims that God justifies war in Palm Sunday Mass message
Pope Leo XIV dedicated his Palm Sunday homily to insist that God is the "king of peace" who rejects violence and comforts those who are oppressed.
Dietary supplement makers push the FDA to allow peptides and other new ingredients
Makers of dietary supplements are pushing the Food and Drug Administration to expand the types of ingredients they can put in their products.
Only on 13: Former Houston high school basketball star fights to get home amid war in Middle East
Instead of being on the hardwood, former Houston high school basketball star Kerwin Roach, now playing professionally overseas, is just trying to get ...
What to know about Trump's order to pay TSA officers and its impact on airport security lines
With spring break in full swing, airline passengers continued to wait it out at major U.S. airports after President Trump signed an executive order to...
This Week in Texas: Democratic runoff for Harris County Judge
This Week in Texas we stand in line at Houston's airports as a stalemate over DHS funding leaves TSA workers without pay and travelers without an easy...
Houston SPCA investigating attack on dog found with multiple deep lacerations in Baytown
According to the Houston SPCA, the dog was found near a wooded area in Baytown and had deep lacerations that appeared to be from a knife or machete.
Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon kills 3 journalists covering the war
An Israeli airstrike on southern Lebanon on Saturday killed three journalists who were covering the latest Israel-Hezbollah war, their TV stations sai...
TSA pay may be coming, but airport delays could persist and ICE agents may not leave soon
Tens of thousands of TSA employees have been working without pay since DHS funding lapsed on Valentine's Day.
North Korea tests more powerful solid-fuel engine for US-range missiles
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw a test of an upgraded solid-fuel missile engine designed for weapons capable of reaching the U.S. mainland.
Man dies after fall from VIP area at Mexico City stadium before Mexico-Portugal match
Authorities say the man may have been intoxicated and are reviewing surveillance footage and witness accounts as an autopsy is conducted.
$17 million in methamphetamine hidden in blackberry shipment found at Texas-Mexico border
More than $17 million worth of methamphetamine was seized by federal agents at the Pharr International Bridge hidden inside a shipment of blackberries...
Pedestrian killed after apparent hit-and-run in Cloverleaf area
Harris County authorities are investigating a pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run while walking in the Cloverleaf area early Sunday morning.
There will soon be new requirements to get hunting and fishing licenses in Texas
The new requirements go into effect on Aug. 1
Houston forecast: Drought conditions continue
A nice drop in our temperatures and humidity for the weekend
Gas prices slightly higher than Saturday, continue to hover just below $4 per gallon
The national retail average for a gallon of regular gasoline has hovered within 10 cents of $4 for more than a week.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1545: English Balloons
Episode: 1545 The English and 18th century ballooning. Today, we ride the first hot-air balloons in England.
TCU ends Virginia's cinderella run to secure second straight Elite Eight berth
No. 3 seed TCU surged past No. 10 seed Virginia with a dominant second half to secure a 79-69 victory and advance to the Elite Eight for the second ti...
Millions rally nationwide in ‘No Kings’ protests
More than 9 million people were expected to gather at “No Kings" rallies across the country Saturday to oppose what they call authoritarianism under P...
Paxton picks up CPAC’s endorsement in Texas Senate runoff on final day of convention
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has gotten the nod from the Conservative Political Action Conference in his bid to unseat incumbent U.S. Sen. John C...
Iran-backed Houthis enter the month-old war and could further threaten global shipping
The conflict has upended global air travel, disrupted oil exports and caused fuel prices to soar.
Nationwide 'No Kings' demonstrations draw millions to streets, organizers say
Organizers estimated a massive turnout for the latest “No Kings” day of action.
Actor James Tolkan of 'Top Gun' and 'Back to the Future' fame dies at 94
A brief obituary published on the “Back to the Future” website said Tolkan died “peacefully,” but no cause of death was given.
Military chaplains will no longer display rank, Hegseth says
Pete Hegseth announced reforms this week in efforts to renew military chaplains’ religious focus. One involves the insignia worn on work uniforms.
Iranian attack on Saudi base injures US troops. More American forces arrive in the Middle East
Before the arrival of the Marines, the U.S. military had already built up the largest American force in the region in more than 20 years.
Oil has surged since the Iran conflict, but gas prices may not be done rising
Crude prices have spiked following supply disruptions tied to the Iran conflict -- and some analysts say the full impact on gas prices is still yet to...
Market Street hosts Influencer Consignment Sale on Saturday, March 28
The latest fashions straight from the closets of your favorite influencers will be available for purchase at the Market Street Influencer Consignment ...
Nestlé says 12 tons of KitKat bars stolen during transit across Europe
Nestlé says about 12 tons of KitKat bars—roughly 413,000 individual candies—were stolen during transit from its production facility in Italy to Poland...
WNBA returning to Houston after Connecticut Sun reach deal to sell to Rockets owner, AP source says
The Houston Comets were one of the original franchises in the league that won the first four WNBA championships from 1997-2000.
Ilia Malinin is back on the top step of the podium
The "quad god" bounced back from his Olympic nightmare with a third-straight world figure skating title.
Recall issued for portable adult bed rails after two deaths reported following entrapment
The bed rails pose a risk of entrapment and asphyxia, according to the recall, and two deaths have been associated with the product.
Houston 'No Kings' rallies on Saturday, March 28
Several "No Kings" protests are being held across the Houston area on Saturday. We have live updates and coverage.
Judge temporarily blocks Nexstar-TEGNA merger from further integration
A U.S. district judge ordered television operator Nexstar Media Group to temporarily keep TEGNA’s assets separate.
Gas prices slightly lower than Friday but continue to hover just below $4 per gallon
The national retail average for a gallon of regular gasoline has hovered within 10 cents of $4 for more than a week.
President Trump lists five objectives he wants to achieve before ending the war with Iran
President Donald Trump and the White House have insisted the operation is going well and on track to meet its goals.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1544: Electric Light Opera
Episode: 1544 An operetta about electric lights, written before Edison's light bulb. Today, an electric-light opera.
After life-threatening infection, teen golfer finds inspiration at Texas Children's Houston Open
After recovering from a staph infection and kidney failure last year, a Cypress Woods High School golf player found inspiration walking alongside PGA ...
Iran latest: US troops wounded in missile attack at Saudi air base, AP reports
An Iranian missile attack reportedly wounded several U.S. troops and damaged several planes at an air base in Saudi Arabia.
The PlayStation 5 will soon get a lot more expensive - but there’s still time before it happens
On Friday, Sony revealed its PlayStation 5 consoles are about to get more expensive, and the price hikes are pretty significant.
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (March 27, 2026)
For our busy Houston commuters, we have – The Commuter Cut – a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.
Hello Houston (March 27, 2026)
Today: Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis tells us about a new plan to unionize county workers, we discuss the looming ban on all smokable hemp p...
Artemis II astronauts leave Houston and head to Florida ahead of potential April 1 launch to moon
The four astronauts on Artemis II, plus their backup crew members, left Houston from Ellington Airport on Friday morning. NASA employees sent them off...
Partial Shutdown Chaos Hits Home
Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in politics
King Ranch Institute uses virtual fence tech to help ranchers navigate potential screwworm outbreak
The flesh-eating parasite has not been reported in Texas since 1982, but the U.S. Department of Agriculture is eyeing the movements of New World Screw...
Continued airport delays (March 26, 2026)
On Thursday's show: We check in on the continuing security delays at Bush Airport amid a partial government shutdown. And we examine the factors that ...
Why are airport security delays worse in Houston?
Bush Intercontinental Airport, where outbound travelers have faced wait times up to four hours at security checkpoints this week, has seen some of the...
Inspectors say aging and understaffed military kennels are endangering working dogs' health
The Department of Defense Inspector General blames four canine deaths on outdated and unsanitary military kennels at ten bases.
Meteors are more common than you might think. Here’s what happened with one in Houston
A 3-foot-wide meteor weighing about a ton broke through the Earth’s atmosphere on Saturday and exploded with the force of 26 tons of TNT. A piece of t...
Artist transforms 2026 FIFA World Cup soccer ball into Juneteenth tribute in Galveston
Visit Galveston, the marketing organization for the island, received the five large soccer balls as part of its partnership with Houston’s World Cup h...
This week in Texas music history: Independent Worm Saloon
The state’s weirdest surfers catch a wave.
Recall issued for adult portable bed rails after two deaths reported
Vive Health is recalling three models of their Vive Health adult bed rails after they received reports of two people who were killed while using them.
Most popular Easter candy in your state this year revealed
The Easter Bunny’s annual visit is just days away, so what will likely be in your Easter basket this year? Depends on where you live – and whom you as...
How Elon Musk plans to make all of the microchips his companies need
The ambitious Terafab project would supply chips for Tesla, SpaceX and xAI.
Typewriter Rodeo: Crunch
Each week, the Standard reaches out to Austin’s Typewriter Rodeo for a custom poem on Texas topics.
So we have vaping squirrels now? The Good, Bad, and Ugly of the week
The Houston Matters panel of non-experts weighs in on stories from the week’s news and decides if they’re good, bad, or ugly.
Trump says he’ll order TSA agents to be paid amid shutdown, potentially bringing relief to Houston airport
ICE agents, who were deployed to Bush Intercontinental Airport earlier this week, began checking IDs and assisting TSA officers with logistics before ...
Cougars ousted from NCAA Tournament (March 27, 2026)
On Friday's show: We check in on the status of long wait times at Bush Intercontinental Airport. And we receap the Cougars' loss to Illinois in the NC...
Trump orders TSA agents to be paid amid shutdown, potentially bringing relief to Houston airport
ICE agents, who were deployed to Bush Intercontinental Airport earlier this week, began checking IDs and assisting TSA officers with logistics before ...
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1543: Ceredi's Pump
Episode: 1543 Archimedes' pump, rediscovered by Ceredi, heralds the new science. Today, meet the person who reinvented Archimedes' pump.
Texas energy regulators, industry leaders face power demand questions amid growth of data centers
The AI boom has dominated conversations at CERAWeek, the annual energy conference in Houston.
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (March 26, 2026)
For our busy Houston commuters, we have – The Commuter Cut – a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.
Ken Paxton won’t represent Comptroller Kelly Hancock in school voucher suit amid grudge match
In a Thursday letter, Paxton said Hancock jeopardized the state’s defense in the case by leaking a separate letter he sent to the AG’s office on Tuesd...
Hello Houston (March 26, 2026)
Today: We play a pair of interviews from the CERAWeek energy conference, sports analyst Charlie Pallilo breaks down Houston's major sports day today, ...
Another round of ‘No Kings’ protests are held in Houston area
The protests, which were first held last year, are billed as nonviolent demonstrations against President Donald Trump and his administration.
See it: NASA astronaut shares photo of egg-shaped object with tentacles growing on International Space Station
The internet went into a frenzy on Friday when a NASA astronaut shared a weird alien-looking photo on social media.
Amazon eyes the phone market and offers faster delivery — for a price
Residents of some urban areas can get 1- to 3-hour delivery for $10-$20 extra.
Short trip, high stakes: University of Houston plays Illinois in Sweet 16 at Toyota Center
The Cougars meet the Fighting Illini in the men's NCAA Tournament in downtown Houston. With a win, UH advances to the Elite Eight this weekend and mov...
Texas suburbs lead U.S. for population growth as international migration slows, census finds
Waller County, near Houston, was the second fastest growing county in the U.S. Another three Texas counties were among the 10 fastest growing in U.S.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2575: Prime Numbers
Episode: 2575 The illustrious history of Prime Numbers. Today, some numbers for the ages.
Jury finds Instagram and YouTube liable in a landmark social media addiction trial with Houston tie
The California jury's decision Wednesday in a first-of-its-kind lawsuit could influence the outcome of thousands of similar lawsuits accusing social m...
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (March 25, 2026)
For our busy Houston commuters, we have – The Commuter Cut – a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.
Hey, Texas, how do you afford to live in your city? We want to hear from you
Your groceries and gas are more expensive, your rent is going up. We want to know how you make it work.
ICE agents deployed to Bush airport in Houston — but wait times haven’t dropped
The agents are helping direct passengers in the terminal but are not staffing TSA check points.
Why Texas has the right ingredients to create a kimchi industry
Most kimchi is consumed in South Korea, but the country is increasingly looking for new import opportunities.
‘Leading the path for others’: New program in North Texas teaches basics of disability advocacy
Texans with disabilities are facing a lot of challenges like public transit changes, Medicaid cuts and federal lawsuits that could have a significant ...
Texas Standard for March 25, 2026: Texas researcher explores global future of Texas-made kimchi
A Texas A&M researcher is studying whether locally produced kimchi could compete in a global market dominated by imports.
How Texas could soon have more AI data centers than anywhere else in the world
Pacifico Energy and other energy companies are rushing to build private power plants across the Lone Star State.
The drama backstage: How a Miami singer came to Dallas Opera's rescue with minutes to spare
When a lead singer called in sick before showtime, the race began to replace him.
Texas Supreme Court weighs constitutional beach access in case against SpaceX
The nine justices traveled to the Rio Grande Valley earlier this month to hear oral arguments.
Texas Standard for March 24, 2026: How Texas plans to power its AI data center boom
In the next few years, Texas could have more data centers than anywhere else in the world. The state will need energy to power those plants and severa...
As Big Bend area border walls move forward, local landowners gear up for a fight
Advocates are rushing to help landowners with legal aid in sparsely populated rural areas along the Rio Grande in the path of the border wall. The fed...
Texas Standard for March 23, 2026: Meteor over Texas leaves debris, questions
A meteor streaked across Texas skies over the weekend, producing a sonic boom and debris that reportedly struck a home near Houston.