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Our next tropical system forms this week in the Atlantic Ocean

Houston News @houston.thesocial.news · 2h

Dry weather persists in Houston as we continue to monitor signs of a cold front

It was "Dedication Night" at the "Dancing with the Stars" ballroom, and it was nothing short of emotional.

Houston News @houston.thesocial.news · 5h

'Dedication Night' has nostalgia, emotion and a surprising ending on 'Dancing with the Stars'

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Montrose man has $50,000 motorcycle stolen: What HPD Union says to do

Thursday afternoon, two men were caught on camera stealing a motorcycle from an apartment complex. Brian Smith, the owner of the bike, says that the vehicle is worth approximately $50,000.

Two Houston parents are facing charges after being accused of leaving their 6-month-old infant on a Florida beach last Friday.

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Houston News @houston.thesocial.news · 7h

Houston parents accused of leaving their 6-month-old infant unattended on Florida beach

Houston is moving forward with a $16 million plan to renovate BARC, the city’s animal shelter. The upgrades include a new roof, updated systems, and a safer, modernized facility to help address the city’s stray animal crisis.

Houston News @houston.thesocial.news · 7h

Houston Mayor John Whitmire pushes forward $16 million BARC renovation plan

Both men had been on the run for months after failing to comply with their sex offender registration requirements.

Houston News @houston.thesocial.news · 7h

2 of Texas' most wanted sex offenders arrested

We first told you about Juanetta Solomon in 2024 after she was accused of practicing dentistry without a license.

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42-year-old career criminal on probation remains free on multiple bonds, even with new criminal charges filed

The project would include on-site security and is part of the city's effort to comply with a recent ordinance that prohibits sleeping on sidewalks.

Houston News @houston.thesocial.news · 8h

East Downtown residents raise safety, quality-of-life concerns over proposed homeless shelter

Thieves caught on camera breaking into a family’s southeast Houston home — and the victims believe it’s not the first time these same suspects have struck.

Houston News @houston.thesocial.news · 8h

For this Houston family, a home full of memories has become a target for thieves

After the news broke Monday of the charges against two former funeral directors at a Houston mortuary, FOX 26 spoke with family members affected by the alleged crimes.

Houston News @houston.thesocial.news · 8h

Families react to corpse abuse charges for 2 former Richardson Mortuary directors

Spencer Zamora Graham always wondered what happened to her mother. Thanks to a "Big Brother" winner and former cop, she finally knows.

Houston News @houston.thesocial.news · 8h

Reality show winner and former cop helps Houston woman discover what happened to her mother

A vote on a $16-million homeless shelter in Houston's EaDo area was delayed, though Mayor John Whitmire confirmed plans for the adults-only center, which aims to offer psychiatric and drug addiction support.

Houston News @houston.thesocial.news · 9h

$16 million Houston City Council vote on specialty homeless shelter delayed until next week

"Jump on it immediately. Take names of the people you spoke with to get the problem rectified. And if not, do the same thing I did. Call KHOU 11."

Houston News @houston.thesocial.news · 9h

Why a Houston man was hit with a nearly $50,000 water bill, and how a call to KHOU 11 led to a solution

Texas lottery winner breaks silence, shares rare glimpse into life after fortune

Houston News @houston.thesocial.news · 9h

Texas lottery winner breaks silence—and shares rare glimpse into life after fortune

How a trip to church turned life-changing for one family.

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‘We’re still having a great show’: Wings Over Houston Airshow to go on despite government shutdown

Despite the federal government shutdown, the Wings Over Houston Airshow will go on at Ellington Airport Oct. 18–19, featuring aerial performances, vintage aircraft, and family-friendly exhibits.

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee :: Houston, Texas :: Oct 21, 2025

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The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 7:30 pm
Sarofim Hall- Hobby Center

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee in Houston, Texas on Oct 21, 2025 at 7:30 pm. Find tickets and more information here.

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Houston News @houston.thesocial.news · 9h

EaDo residents push back against proposed homeless shelter ahead of City Council vote

EaDo residents are pushing back against a proposed $16 million homeless shelter near downtown Houston, raising concerns about safety and transparency ahead of a City Council vote. KPRC 2 will livestream Tuesday’s press conference