Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton faces scrutiny over his work ethic as critics question if he’s doing enough to secure victories in key legal battles. The Houston Chronicle investigates his efforts and impact.
Day: August 14, 2026
Tilman Fertitta is set to acquire Caesars Entertainment in a $17.6 billion deal, marking a major move in the casino and hospitality industry, according to the Houston Chronicle. The transaction is poised to reshape the market.
Houston ISD unveils key updates for 2026-27, including 1,882 new partnerships, the innovative Future 2 initiative, and expanded programs aimed at enhancing student success and community engagement.
ICE detained a Houston man after he reported a shooting to local police, raising concerns about immigration enforcement at crime scenes. The incident highlights tensions between community safety and federal immigration policies.
Williams Tower in Houston has been sold in a massive deal, marking one of the largest real estate transactions in the region. The iconic skyscraper changes hands, highlighting a significant shift in the local market.
Exclusive: NBA star James Harden’s Houston gun case has been dismissed, according to sources. The charges were dropped, clearing the Houston Rockets guard of any wrongdoing, the New York Post reports.
Large protests erupted in Houston following the fatal shooting of a man by ICE agents. Demonstrators demand justice and accountability as tensions rise over immigration enforcement actions. Coverage by BBC.
The Houston conference spotlighted the shared faith and growing bonds between Catholics in the US and China, fostering dialogue and unity amid cultural and political challenges, OSV News reports.