Houston Chronicle

The Houston Chronicle, established in 1901, stands as one of the biggest newspapers in the United States. It became part of the Hearst family in 1987. This newspaper not only focuses on local matters but also reports on state, national, and global news. To ensure comprehensive coverage, the Houston Chronicle has a news bureau located in Washington, D.C., which highlights topics that are particularly relevant to the people of Houston and Texas. As a major news outlet in Texas, it offers both print and digital content in English and Spanish, including mobile applications, websites, direct mail, commercial printing, and marketing experiences.

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Ramón Rodriguez makes titular 'Will Trent' character his own in hit AB

1 day ago | houstonchronicle.com | Amanda Flores

From left, Faith (Iantha Richardson), Will Trent (Ramon Rodriguez) and Caleb (Yul Vazquez) try to take down a domestic terrorist group during Episode 17 of "Will Trent" Season 3. (Wilford Harewood/Disney/TNS)Wilford Harewood/TNSABC’s “Will Trent” stars, from left, Iantha Richardson as Faith Mitchell, Jake McLaughlin as Michael Ormewood, Ramón Rodríguez as Will Trent, Erika Christensen as Angie Polaski and Sonja Sohn as Amanda Wagner.
Officer who used excessive force allowed to plead guilty to misdemeanor after felony conviction

1 day ago | houstonchronicle.com | Jaimie Ding

FILE - In this image taken from police body camera footage provided by Los Angeles Sheriff's office, a Sheriff's deputies arrests a couple in a grocery store parking lot in Lancaster, Calif., on June 24, 2023.
Work begins to turn historic Heights site into trailfront mixed-use hub

1 day ago | houstonchronicle.com | Marissa Luck

Radom Capital and Triten Real Estate Partners are planning a nearly 4.5-acre adaptive reuse of the historic Swift meatpacking and cottonseed oil refinery in the Houston Heights. The design by Michael Hsu Office of Architecture embraces the historic character of the buildings while reimagining spaces for modern restaurants, retailers and offices. Landscape architects Edgeland's design enhances green spaces and pedestrian connections from the project to the adjacent hike-and-bike trail.
Some top HISD students say district falls short in supporting Ivy League goals

1 day ago | houstonchronicle.com | Claire Partain |Megan Menchaca

Milby High School students walk through the hallway past university flags on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025 in Houston. Elizabeth Conley/Staff PhotographerAs a middle school student, Jhonny Almeida chose to attend Houston ISD’s Sterling Aviation Early College High School because, even then, he knew he wanted to be an aerospace engineer.
Does HISD prepare its graduates for college? It depends which school you attend.

1 day ago | houstonchronicle.com | Megan Menchaca |Claire Partain

When Jayla London arrived as a freshman at Houston ISD’s Yates High School in 2020, she wanted to pack her schedule with as many advanced courses as she could. By tenth grade, London was taking both Advanced Placement and dual credit courses that the school offered in partnership with Houston Community College. As a junior, she enrolled in the school’s International Baccalaureate courses, part of a rigorous national diploma program that teaches students critical thinking and research skills.
Is HISD preparing students for college? Here's what its top 2024 graduates say.

1 day ago | houstonchronicle.com | Megan Menchaca |Claire Partain

Every spring, more than 10,000 Houston ISD students, capped and draped in black, walk the stage in June to receive their high school diploma. What they do after graduation is less uniform. Just over half of HISD’s high school graduates will enroll in higher education within a year of graduation, and even fewer of those students will end up earning college degrees or making a living wage within six years.
From 'Deal or No Deal' to free haircuts, a Texans coach's charitable drive

2 days ago | houstonchronicle.com | Jonathan M. Alexander

Houston Texans special teams coordinator Frank Ross jokes around with running back Dare Ogunbowale (33) during warm ups before an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Brett Coomer/Staff photographerHouston Texans special teams coordinator Frank Ross walks onto the field during practice on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024, at Houston Methodist Training Center in Houston.
'Ballerina,' 'Phoenician Scheme,' 'Dangerous Animals' top list of new films

2 days ago | houstonchronicle.com | Cary Darling

Ana de Armas in a scene from "Ballerina." (Lionsgate via AP)Murray Close/Lionsgate/Associated PressHere are the major films opening this week in theaters or being made available on streaming. 'Aabhyanthara Kuttavaali'Malayalam-language drama from India in which a man confronts the legal system during his second divorce. AdvertisementArticle continues below this adUnrated.
Top things to do in Houston: Taco Fest, Accordion King & Queens

2 days ago | houstonchronicle.com | Ana Khan

Conchinita & Co. is among the featured vendors at Texas Monthly's Taco Fest South. Elizabeth Conley/Houston ChronicleHouston’s weekend lineup includes food and culture events across the city. Accordion Kings & Queens returns to Miller Outdoor Theatre, and Texas Monthly hosts its first Taco Fest at Discovery Green. Here’s a look at what’s happening. Houston Tattoo Arts Festival The Houston Tattoo Arts Festival.
19 LGBTQ+ bars in Houston: Eagle, South Beach, Pearl, Los Robles and more

2 days ago | houstonchronicle.com | Joey Guerra

South Beach, clockwise top from left, Pearl, Eagle and Los Robles. photo collageWelcome to the gayborhood. Despite changes over the years, Montrose is still a hub for Houston's LGBTQ+ community. And that includes bars and nightclubs. Every night of the week, you can find karaoke, drag shows, dancing and happy hours — sometimes all in one space.