The Latest Breaking News from Houston

First Asian elephant vaccinated in fight against deadly herpes virus

Tess, a 40-year-old female at Houston zoo, has been given a trial mRNA vaccine to help combat the virus, a leading killer of calves in captivity

The Guardian - UK · Jul 15, 2024

In beachy Galveston, locals buckle down without power after Beryl's blow during peak tourist season

Electricity will likely be out another week for hundreds of thousands of people in the Houston after Hurricane Beryl tore down trees and power lines

The Independent UK · Jul 15, 2024

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott demands answers as customers remain without power after Beryl

With around 350,000 homes and businesses still without power in the Houston area almost a week after Hurricane Beryl hit Texas, Gov. Greg Abbott says he’s demanding an investigation into the response of the utility that serves the Houston area

The Independent UK · Jul 14, 2024

Feel like you’re spending more on coffee than ever? You are.

The price of black coffees, lattes and cold brews increased 23 percent over the last three years

The Independent UK · Jul 13, 2024

Re-live some of Texans WR Andre Johnson’s best career highlights

Take a tip down memory lane and remember the legacy of Houston Texans legend Andre Johnson.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jul 13, 2024

In aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, Rockets host storm relief drive for Houston community

In the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, affected Houston residents got an assist from the Rockets courtesy of Friday’s storm relief drive.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jul 13, 2024

This portable power station saved me during Hurricane Beryl — and its 40% off after Prime Day

Disaster can strike at any moment but with a large portable power station, you’ll be able to keep your devices charged while running a few must-have appliances.

Tom’s Guide · Jul 13, 2024

Houston community groups strain to keep feeding and cooling a city battered by repeat storms

In the wake of Hurricane Beryl, fresh food and cool air are coming from Houston community groups that have honed their disaster services in a city frequently battered by extreme weather

The Independent UK · Jul 13, 2024

No backup required: Texas senior care depends on luck and wits to cope with heat after power outages

There’s no Texas requirement that nursing homes and assisted living facilities keep generators on hand to power air conditioning after storms.

The Texas Tribune · Jul 13, 2024

Houston swelters in punishing heat as 800,000 without power after Beryl

Residents suffer sleepless nights without air-conditioning as energy company blames fallen trees for outages

The Guardian - US · Jul 12, 2024