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Patrick Accuses Houston of Becoming a 'Sanctuary City'; Whitmire Pushes Back

Outgoing Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick and Houston Mayor John Whitmire are clashing over immigration enforcement, with Patrick accusing Whitmire of turning Houston into a "sanctuary city." Whitmire rejects that label. His executive order, signed last Friday, directs the Houston Police Department to contact Immigration and Customs Enforcement only when someone commits a "jailable offense." The mayor defended Houston as a welcoming city of immigrants and said police would protect the public when someone commits a crime, regardless of immigration status. Whitmire said protecting city finances also shaped his approach. He said Abbott threatened the loss of hundreds of millions of dollars over compliance with Senate Bill 4. With Democrats taking office after their midterm victories, Whitmire anticipates better relationships with state leaders he knew as Texas Senate colleagues. Patrick warned Texas could become a "sanctuary state." Patrick acknowledged Democrats won the midterms fairly, but rejected the idea Texas had permanently turned blue. He described the state as purple and cited stronger Democratic voter turnout.

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Help Brighten Thanksgiving for Homebound Seniors: Northwest Assistance Ministries Seeks Volunteers to Deliver Holiday Meals in Northwest Houston

Northwest Assistance Ministries is calling on Spring, Cypress and northwest Houston residents to help make Thanksgiving brighter for homebound seniors and neighbors with disabilities through a special Meals on Wheels volunteer opportunity on November 26.

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Houston Apartment Investor Buys 378-Unit Affordable Housing Community

Turner Impact Capital acquired a 378-unit multifamily community in Houston and will preserve affordability for low- and moderate-income residents through a tax exemption agreement with the Houston Housing Authority. Under a regulatory agreement with the Houston Housing Authority, the Fund will maintain existing rent restrictions on half of the apartments,...

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Texas Animal Control Called About Sick Alligator, Finds Something Else Entirely

A call about a sick alligator in a Houston-area neighborhood ended with a surprise: the apparently distressed reptile was actually an inflatable pool float that had gotten loose. Sugar Land Animal Services sent Animal Services Officer Perez to investigate. From a distance, the supposed alligator looked convincing enough to raise concern, but closer inspection revealed the mix-up. The department shared the encounter on Facebook Thursday. Officers got a laugh out of the discovery, but emphasized that they take every report of distressed wildlife seriously. Their advice: keep a safe distance from wildlife that appears sick or injured and call experts. Real alligators inhabit Fort Bend County and are most active between April and July. The city says alligators typically avoid humans. Residents should notify authorities about alligators in roadways, approaching people along the water, or repeatedly following boats. Sugar Land Animal Services can relocate nuisance alligators measuring less than four feet long. Officers assess larger alligators to determine what guidance to provide.

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AccuWeather

Downpours to drench Texas, including Dallas and Houston, this weekend

Parts of north-central and northeastern Texas could receive their biggest rain in weeks as a storm from the West dives across the state later this weekend. The same storm responsible for bringing drenching rain and heavy mountain snow to parts of California to close out the week will take aim at Texas and Oklahoma, and especially Texas, later this weekend through early next week.

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Celebrating the Most Striking Houses In Montrose, Bellaire, The Heights and More

The American Institute of Architects Houston kicked off its 2026 Home Tour with an appreciation party in the Decorative Center Houston. More than 70 Houston architects, interior designers, decorators and lovers of great design gathered at the showroom of Eggersmann Kitchens, the tour’s presenting sponsor, to celebrate this annual flagship event.

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Houston Chronicle

Feds: Houston plastics seller allegedly used lies to secure $25 million credit line from bank

Aman Mehta, 33, allegedly lied to obtain a $25 million line of credit for his business, Grow Materials. He later admitted he'd been dishonest about the company's finances, according to court records.

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Houston Chronicle

Uptown Houston turns on holiday lights along Post Oak Boulevard

Santa and Mrs. Claus joined the celebration Wednesday evening as Uptown Houston switched on its holiday lights along Post Oak Boulevard. Houston Chronicle staff photographer Jason Fochtman was there to capture the scene. The display features 300 trees, each 20 feet tall and fitted with 250 individually controllable LED lights. Together, they can produce more than 16 million color combinations along a two-mile stretch from the West Loop to Richmond Avenue. Lights also brighten pedestrian areas and the stainless-steel rings above intersections. The display is scheduled to remain lit through the New Year. Sign up for Houston Chronicle newsletters here Read the original article on houstonchronicle.com

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Midterms: Black voter surge delivered big margins for Talarico

Black voters backed Democrat James Talarico by wide margins in Texas and Harris County, as the county set a midterm record for ballots cast. Statewide, Black voters made up about 12% of the electorate and went 90% to 8% for Talarico over Republican Ken Paxton in the exit poll. Black...

Harris County, TX · 1d

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Montrose Pizza Spot Opens Till 2 A.M. With Detroit Slices and a Full Bar

Montrose has a new place to grab a slice well past midnight. Crocker Street Pizza opened Nov. 5 at 2320 Crocker St., serving pizza and other food from 11 a.m. until 2 a.m., giving the neighborhood another late-night option for when the craving hits after the bars start winding down.

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Morningstar Properties Buys Surfside Marina in Houston

Surfside Marina, a 31.17-acre marina property in Surfside Beach, Texas, was recently purchased by Morningstar Properties, LLC. Located at 827 Gulf Road, the marina is approximately 65 miles south of downtown Houston. Surfside Marina has two adjacent campuses totaling 31.17 acres, according to a news release, including a 29.57-acre main...

Surfside Beach, TX · 1d

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10 Houston chefs share 15 top soups that offer comfort and sustenance

Happy soup season to all who celebrate. The weather has finally dipped low enough in Houston that diners can enjoy a hearty bowl of soup without breaking a sweat. With so many delicious selections at Houston restaurants, we turned to Houston's chef and other restaurant industry experts to find out which brothy creations are worth seeking out.

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Hello Houston – LIVE at Sugar Land Town Square (November 13, 2026)

Today: We broadcast from the heart of Sugar Land to highlight what all one of the largest and fastest growing cities in Texas has to offer. On today's Hello Houston, we are live from Sugar Land Town Square, where we're joined by Sugar Land Mayor Carol McCutcheon in the show's first hour, who discusses the state of the city, its growth, and what her priorities are for the city's future.

Sugar Land, TX · 1d

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About 700,000 fewer Texans are on SNAP. One Harris County mom says she's skipped meals to feed her son

HOUSTON – When Monica Cabrera wasn’t sure the groceries would last the week, she skipped meals so her son would have enough. “I’ve gone without meals to make sure that there was enough portions for the rest of the week for my son,” Cabrera said. Cabrera,...

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Houston child rings bell after ending cancer treatment

Three-year-old Josey Linsalata celebrated the end of her cancer treatment for a Wilms tumor by ringing the bell at Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston.

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Thanksgiving To Go in Houston: Where to Order Your Holiday Feast in 2026

Thanksgiving is all about gathering around the table with family and friends, but there’s no law stating someone has to stay in the kitchen all day to make that happen. Houston restaurants are ready to handle the cooking this year, with to-go offerings ranging from traditional turkey-and-trimmings feasts to more unexpected ways to celebrate the holiday.

Houston, TX · 23h

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Saint Arnold Opens the Cellar for Black Friday Big Beer Blowout

From the editor: Saint Arnold is clearing out the cellar again, and this list is deep. Pumpkinator vintages going back to 2019, Bourbon Barrel French Press from 2020 through 2023, and a 30th Anniversary Grand Cru on draft is the kind of vertical most breweries never bother to hold onto. If you’re anywhere near Houston on Black Friday, this beats the mall.

Houston, TX · 23h

Houston Chronicle

Houston Cougars hit the road to Colorado and West Virginia with a trip to CFP in sight

The Cougars finish the most demanding road stretch of the season with games at Colorado and West Virginia where trips are 'the new norm.'

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Transwestern names executive managing director in Houston office

Rod Richerson joined Transwestern as Executive Managing Director, Healthcare and Life Sciences in the company’s Houston, Texas, office. Richerson will lead investment strategy across both sectors, drawing on more than 30 years of commercial real estate experience. Richerson joins from Sterling Bay, where he served as Managing Principal. Throughout...