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Hello Houston (October 22, 2026)
Today: We spotlight the Harris County Judge debate that Houston Public Media is hosting tonight, break down the elections for the Texas State Board of Education, and unpack NFL quarterback Jalen Hurts' blood clot diagnosis. Plus, “Current Obsessions.”...
safety
Person hospitalized after crash involving ICE agents in NW Harris County, officials say
ICE agents were pursuing a 52-year-old driver who failed to drive properly through an "S" curve, HCSO said.
government
Modified Rules at Wier and Judson Park
The Parks & Rec Board recommended discontinuing pickleball on the two western courts at Wier Park, effective Friday, October 23. Mandatory soft paddle/ball rules (8–10 p.m.) remain in effect....
safety
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 7900 Katy Freeway
Houston police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash in the 7900 block of Katy Freeway (West Interstate Highway 10) service road about 5:55 a.m. today (October 22). The identity of the deceased male, believed to be 30, is pending notification to family members by the Harris...
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Harris County reports nearly 328,000 early voters through third day of voting
Nearly 328,000 voters have cast ballots in Harris County through the third day of early voting, according to unofficial numbers from the Harris County Clerk’s Office. As of Wednesday, Oct. 21, the county reported 327,691 total early voters for the Nov. 3 general and special elect...
safety
Teen injured when suspected drunk driver crashes into bedroom, records show 5 prior DWI convictions
A 15-year-old girl says her bed likely saved her life when a suspected drunken driver crashed into her bedroom Monday evening in northwest Harris County....
parks
Heads up: You will soon have to pay for parking at this popular mall
According to the Simon Property Group, The Galleria will introduce a "modern parking system designed to provide convenient parking for guests visiting to shop, dine, and enjoy the center."...
safety
Teen boyfriend arrested after woman found with multiple stab wounds, two dogs shot dead in North Harris County
A teenager is behind bars after a woman was stabbed multiple times and two dogs were shot and killed in what Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez is calling an intimate partner violence investigation. Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded Tuesday night to a disturbance i...
parks
Unplug Texas Day
On Wed., October 21, the West U Parks & Recreation Department invites residents to join in for Unplug Texas Day! Join us at Wier Park from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. for an evening filled with games, music, and crafts....
safety
Firefighter hospitalized after vacant apartment fire in southwest Houston, according to HFD
Emergency crews responded to the blaze at an apartment complex in southwest Houston on Tuesday evening, according to the Houston Fire Department.
safety
Man accused of fatal Cypresswood apartment fire faces new arson charges as toddler remains hospitalized
The man accused of setting a Spring apartment building on fire, killing his own brother and injuring several others including a 3-year-old boy, is now facing additional charges. Matthew Atwater, who has been in the Harris County Jail on a murder charge since the July fire at the ...
government
Recreation Center Improvements
On Oct 12, City Council awarded Synth Construction the contract for the Rec Center Improvement Project. Work will occur in two phases to keep fitness equipment accessible: Phase 1 starts Oct 26, and Phase 2 runs late Jan 2027 through May....