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Grab a free ride to the polls during early voting in Houston with METRO
Transit authorities across Houston are offering free rides to the polls during the early voting period (which lasts until Oct. 31) and on Election Day (which falls on Tuesday, Nov. 4 this year). The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County is offering free roundtrip rides to Houstonians looking to cast their vote.
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Report: 161 Texans killed by domestic violence in 2024
There were 161 domestic violence deaths in Texas last year, according to the Honoring Texas Victims report by the Texas Council on Family Violence.
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12 spooktacular horror movies that are set in Texas
When you’re in need of a good scare during the Halloween season, all you have to do is put on one of these spooky horror movies set in Texas.
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Here’s the only Texas property to receive a Michelin Key distinction for 2025—and it’s in Houston
You’ve heard of the yummy dishes you can get at prestigious Michelin-starred restaurants (and maybe you’ve even trotted out the fun fact that the tire people are the ones who give those stars out), but have you ever heard of a Michelin Key?
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More film and tv productions hope to see filming in Texas with new incentives, production campus
And with a new incentive, the Lone Star State could see even more movies and TV shows being filmed here. The program, headed by Houston First Corporation and announced in October, will offer productions filmed in Houston 10% back on local spending. This will apply to up to $100,000 per project, with $400,000 available each…
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Burgers with a West African twist: ChòpnBlọk and Trill Burgers collab for an unforgettable Houston foodie night
If so, make sure to hop on over to the collaboration event between ChòpnBlọk and Trill Burgers on Oct. 23, hosted at 3607 S. Shepherd Drive, Houston from 9-11 p.m. This is the second event between the two restaurants, with the previous one happening earlier this month.
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Texas State faculty fight back against ‘politically motivated’ curriculum review
The vague new order requires the university to ensure all curriculum is taught in a “value-neutral” manner, which critics said encroaches on academic freedom.
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DFW bookstores share their favorite banned books
Three North Texas bookstores share their favorite banned books as censorship is on the rise in Texas.
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How the government shutdown could hurt low-income students in Texas
The US government officially shut down at midnight on Oct. 1 after Congress failed to reach a funding agreement. Federal workers said it’s already impacting education funding.
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Hometown hero: Megan Thee Stallion receives Mental Health Champion of the Year Award
Houston’s Megan Thee Stallion received The Trevor Project’s 2025 Mental Health Champion of the Year Award. Here’s what you need to know.
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I-10 project to shut down major lanes of Houston traffic until 2026
Sorry to be the bearer of bad news but Houston traffic is, frankly, only about to get worse with the news of what’s going down on I-10.
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13 family-friendly Halloween events in Dallas-Fort Worth
Discover 13 frighteningly fun (but not too spooky!) Halloween events in the Dallas-Fort Worth area that the whole family will enjoy.
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8 Día de los Muertos events worth traveling to across Texas
Día de los Muertos—also called Day of the Dead—events are in abundance across Texas. We’re highlighting some of the best for the perfect celebration.
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‘It seems to be a target’: Removal of famous Montrose rainbow crosswalks sparks outrage
Just over a week after the iconic Montrose rainbow crosswalk was repainted following construction, orders from Gov. Greg Abbott are forcing the city to paint over it again.
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OPINION: “Nunca vencidos” Hispanic culture won’t be defeated by ICE threats
This Hispanic Heritage Month, let us honor our history not by remaining silent in the face of injustice, but by standing up for our communities.
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Houston ISD identifies 17 ‘special focus’ campuses amid parent protests
The 17 schools identified as “special focus schools” in August were chosen because they received a C or D accountability rating from the Texas Education Agency, and either declined in ratings from the previous school year or remained unchanged.
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Haunted houses, ghost tours, & other spooky experiences in DFW
From the longest walk-through horror house to visiting a cemetery full of infants, DFW has plenty of disquieting and spooky experiences.
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Get ready to defend Texas-style barbecue as the state competes against others for top honors
Calling all barbecue lovers! How would you feel if the winner of the best Texas-style barbecue went to a restaurant that … wasn’t even located in Texas?
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Fort Worth ISD adopts Bible-infused curriculum
Fort Worth ISD is now one of the largest districts in Texas to implement Bluebonnet Learning, and will receive millions of dollars from the state for adopting the new materials.
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Meet the 8 Mayor’s Hispanic Heritage Awards Houston honorees for 2025
While Hispanic Heritage Month is coming to a close Oct. 15, the celebrations are still going strong in Houston.
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8 Halloween events in Houston, from family-friendly to frightening
Looking for spooky fun this October? From kid-friendly festivals to haunted houses, Houston offers Halloween events for every age and scare level.
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‘He just wanted to be with his wife’: After months in ICE custody, Houston man gives up immigration fight
Douglas Menjivar, a longtime Houston resident, left the US after months in ICE detention, a case that highlights the human toll of immigration enforcement.
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8 places to get the best breakfast tacos in Houston
From food trucks to family joints, these top spots for breakfast tacos in Houston deliver authentic Tex-Mex flavors with homemade tortillas, fresh eggs, and just the right kick.
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A sweet deal for home-based food businesses in TX
It is now easier in Texas for home cooks, bakers and farmers to sell their products to the public.
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Chili’s skillet queso fans are nacho happy about the chain’s new menu mixup
Chili’s announced that it’s doing away with its White Queso and Beef Skillet Queso options. The dips will be replaced with a new vegetarian alternative.
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OPINION: FEMA’s shortcomings are dangerous for Texas, but things can change
Lives depend on the efficiency of our nation’s disaster relief systems. And I will continue to fight fiercely for these reforms to ensure that our government helps.
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Texas ranks second in the US for book bans
It’s Banned Books Week, which means PEN America—a nonprofit that fights censorship—has updated its database of banned books in public schools throughout the country.
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Meet the Indigenous people of Texas
Despite efforts to erase Native American history in the US, there are still active tribes in Texas and efforts to recognize the state’s Indigenous history and preserve the remaining communities. Nationally, Indigenous Peoples’ Day is now celebrated on the second Monday in October—what was once Columbus Day, until 1992, when the city of Berkley, CA…
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A deep dive into Dallas’ forgotten World’s Fair history
One of Texas’s largest cities hosted people across the globe at multiple world’s fairs. Learn about Dallas’ world’s fair history and the legacy it left.
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The summer I turned pro: Meet Dallas Trinity FC’s 15-year-old soccer star, Rhea Moore
One of Dallas Trinity FC’s newest players just became the youngest woman goal scorer in United States professional soccer history at 15.
