Claire Goodman

Texas City

Senior Reporter at Houston Chronicle

Articles

These are the top 10 most expensive home listings in Fort Bend County

1 week ago | houstonchronicle.com | Claire Goodman

As temperatures heat up, so too, does the Fort Bend County real estate market. For buyers in search of a new luxury home, 10 houses stand out as the most expensive homes recently listed by the Houston Association of Realtors as of May 27. TOP RETIREMENT CITIES: 2 Fort Bend cities cracked WorldAtlas’ top 12 places to retire. Here’s where.
Katy’s Typhoon Texas to offer free admission to students with three As

1 week ago | houstonchronicle.com | Claire Goodman

Typhoon Texas is offering free admission to elementary students with three or more “A” grades during its “Great Grades Days” celebration, Typhoon Texas announced Friday. On June 4, students can present their most recent report card alongside a valid school ID that matches their report card to enjoy daylong admission to the water park for free, according to a press release from Typhoon Texas.
See the toy line that one Katy teen launched to help his little sister

1 week ago | houstonchronicle.com | Claire Goodman

When 14-year-old Colton Cyr realized how many harmful chemicals were in the plush toys that his sister clung to and slept with, he was deeply concerned. His observation inspired him to create Dough Babies, a line of plush characters made with non-toxic, ultra-soft material. Colton, who attends The John Cooper School, also made the dolls inclusive; the toys come in a wide range of skin tones and are customizable, so no two are exactly alike.
Houston no-kill shelter Special Pals faces flooding crisis

1 week ago | houstonchronicle.com | Claire Goodman

Special Pals, one of the Houston-area’s oldest no-kill animal shelters, once had a lush expanse for adoptable dogs to run and play. Due to a nearby home development being built, the rescue group said, the outdoor space is unusable, and dogs are confined to a small patch of land for exercise.
See which two Fort Bend cities landed on the top places to retire in Texas list

1 week ago | houstonchronicle.com | Claire Goodman

Katy and Richmond both landed in the WorldAtlas’ “12 Best Small Towns in Texas for Retirement," which delineated cities in Texas that offer the best quality of life for retirees. Geographic publication giant WorldAtlas in its article also posited that Texas is the best state for retirement. Katy made the cut, according to WorldAtlas, because of its numerous medical facilities and small town charm.
Katy among 10 best cities in the U.S. for entrepreneurs, study shows

1 week ago | houstonchronicle.com | Claire Goodman

Katy ranks in the top 10 most entrepreneurial cities in the U.S. for 2025, according to a study by GoDaddy’s research lab. The data, released Monday, revealed that Katy saw 6,660 new small businesses created last year.
Sugar Land’s iconic Town Square to undergo $12.5M revitalization

2 weeks ago | houstonchronicle.com | Claire Goodman

The Sugar Land Town Square will undergo a $12.5 million revitalization to bring new life to the 22-year-old retail, dining and outdoor space. The Sugar Land City Council approved three five-year performance agreements this week to modernize the 33-acre mixed-use district. Article continues below this adThe square is one of Sugar Land’s most iconic destinations with a lawn that stretches from the retail and dining area to City Hall.
Katy ISD parents request attendance boundary change

2 weeks ago | houstonchronicle.com | Claire Goodman

A quirky Katy ISD zoning boundary has some parents flustered, appealing to the school board for new zoning that would allow their children to attend a school closer to home. Due to an odd configuration in zoning, about 200 Katy ISD children who live within walking distance to Tays Junior High are being bused to Cinco Ranch Junior High, and parents of the affected families are frustrated.
Fort Bend County Judge KP George requests new judge in money laundering trial

2 weeks ago | houstonchronicle.com | Claire Goodman

Fort Bend County Judge KP George has requested to be tried for his alleged money laundering charges through another court or even another county, with his attorneys stating they do not believe George could get a fair trial under the 458th District Court Judge Maggie Jaramillo in Fort Bend County. George’s attorneys at his Monday court date filed a motion to have George’s trial recused, requesting that a judge from another county preside over the case.
AI pickleball is among five sports venues set to open in Fort Bend

2 weeks ago | houstonchronicle.com | Claire Goodman

Sports fans who love social time — and air conditioning — can anticipate five new sports entertainment venues opening soon. Ace Pickleball, Swing 365 Golf, Unity Coffee and Sports Lounge, Sky Yoga and Coffee and Pickle Point Pickleball Club have all filed permits to open in Fort Bend. PROTESTING PROPERTY TAXES: Your ultimate guideThe venues take sports to a new level with indoor courts, lounges and tech-heavy game play.