HUNTSVILLE, Texas — Huntsville residents may soon have the opportunity to help shape one of the most ambitious development projects proposed for the city in recent years Huntsville Entertainment District in downtown Huntsville, Texas. By James Lawson Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA July 9, 2026 Updated 8:03 a.m. ET City officials are currently gathering public feedback on a proposed Entertainment District that could transform a portion of Huntsville into a regional dest

HUNTSVILLE, Texas — From the historic downtown square to the growing neighborhoods on the city's outskirts, Huntsville continues to experience steady growth. New housing developments, expanding businesses, and a growing student population at Sam Houston State University are bringing new opportunities to Walker County. Huntsville police officers arrest a shoplifter at Lone Star Plaza in downtown Huntsville. By Jim Keegan Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA July 8, 2026 Updat

For years, the grim rhythm of Houston's bayous was almost predictable. A jogger, a fisherman, a maintenance crew — someone would spot a body tangled in reeds or lodged against a drainage grate, and within hours patrol officers would be stringing tape along another stretch of waterway. Since 2017, more than 200 bodies have been pulled from the city's bayou system, a number that turned "bayou deaths" into a recurring headline and a source of quiet dread for people who live or w

The Justice Department told a federal judge this week that it will not turn over additional unredacted records from its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, setting up a fresh legal confrontation over a transparency law that Congress passed with near-unanimous support less than a year ago. Jeffery Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell at a gather in Palm Beach, Florida. By James Lawson reporting from Washington, USA, July 6, 2026 Updated 1:13 a.m. ET In a 17-page filing submitted just

For more than a century, Hollywood stood as the undisputed center of the entertainment industry. Major studios controlled production, distribution, marketing, and access to audiences. Actors, writers, directors, and producers spent years trying to break through the industry's gates. Today, however, a different model is rapidly transforming the entertainment landscape—and its name is YouTube. By Christopher Todd Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA July 5, 2026 Updated 10:5

HUNTSVILLE, Texas — Huntsville city leaders have approved a rezoning proposal that could pave the way for one of the largest residential developments in the city's recent history, reflecting continued growth and increasing demand for housing in Walker County. By Brent Cassity Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA July 5, 2026 Updated 9:29 a.m. ET The approved rezoning affects more than 500 acres north of Huntsville and could ultimately support the construction of approximatel

The criminal case against Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City, has become one of the most closely watched criminal prosecutions in the United States. The case sits at the intersection of violent crime, public frustration with the healthcare industry, and complex legal questions surrounding mental state and criminal responsibility. By David Johnston Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA July 5, 2026 Updated 6:43 p.m.

War's Ripple Effects Transform Continental Landscape The ongoing conflict in Ukraine continues to fundamentally alter Europe's political, military, and economic foundations, creating consequences that extend far beyond the battlefield and into the daily lives of millions across the continent. Soldiers raising the NATO flag in Prague. By David Johnston Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA July 4, 2026 Updated 1:46 p.m. ET NATO's Strategic Awakening The war has catalyzed the m

As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of its founding, communities across the country are balancing celebration with reflection, commemorating a quarter-millennium of change while charting the path ahead for a still-young republic. From coastal towns to rural heartlands, the milestone is shaping conversations about liberty, opportunity, and shared responsibility. By Brent Cassity Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA July 4, 2026 Updated 1:43 a.m. ET Historian

The call came shortly after sunrise. A jogger along a narrow stretch of White Oak Bayou spotted what appeared to be a mannequin tangled in reeds near the water's edge. Within minutes, patrol officers sealed off the trail. Crime scene technicians arrived carrying cameras and evidence markers. By noon, another body had joined a list that has continued to grow year after year. Police officers search a Houston bayou beneath a busy freeway interchange. By Alexa Bickerwood Reportin

Major Reshoring Initiative Would Bring Hundreds of Thousands of Jobs, But Come With Steep Price Tag Manufacturing experts and economists are examining what could happen if tech giant Apple relocates its manufacturing operations from overseas to American soil—a scenario that would fundamentally alter the nation's economic landscape. Apple workers at manufacturing plant in China. By Jim Keegan Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA July 3, 2026 Updated 10:45 p.m. ET Such a move

Russell Humphrey serves as the current Mayor of Huntsville, Texas. A longtime resident and local business owner, Humphrey was elected to lead the city and currently holds a term that runs through 2028. His official role places him at the center of municipal governance for a community known for its rich history, Sam Houston State University, and the nearby state prison system. Russell Humphrey, Mayor of Huntsville, Texas, speaking at the City Council meeting. By Christopher To

For much of his career, author Everett De Morier pursued the goal shared by many writers: publishing his own work and finding an audience. By most measures, he succeeded. By Jim Keegan Reporting from Austin, Texas, USA July 2, 2026 Updated 7:48 p.m. ET His novel Thirty-three Cecils won the London Book Festival Fiction Prize and is currently in feature film development, with Matthew Modine and Dustin Hoffman attached. His true-crime book In the Ghost Shadows: The Untold St

HUNTSVILLE, Texas — More than four decades after a teenage girl's body was discovered along a rural road near Huntsville, investigators are still searching for the person responsible for her murder. By Alexa Bickerwood Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA June 2, 2026 Updated 8:44 a.m. ET On November 1, 1980, the body of a young female was found near Interstate 45 in Walker County. The victim had been sexually assaulted and strangled. Despite extensive efforts by law e

The U.S. stock market has posted strong gains through the first half of 2026. Major indices have climbed on the back of resilient corporate earnings, continued technological investment, and steady consumer spending. Technology and semiconductor companies have led the advance, supported by demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure and cloud services. Broader market participation has also improved, with gains spreading into financials, industrials, and select consumer s

HUNTSVILLE, Texas — Located along Interstate 45 between Houston and Dallas, Huntsville has long enjoyed a stable economy built around education, government employment, healthcare, and retail. While many small Texas communities struggle with economic uncertainty, Huntsville continues to benefit from the presence of two major institutions: Sam Houston State University and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ). By Alexa Bickerwood Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA

Huntsville, Texas, is widely known as the home of Sam Houston State University and the headquarters of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. While the city enjoys a reputation as a growing East Texas community, crime remains an ongoing concern for local residents and law enforcement. By James Lawson Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA June 29, 2026 Updated 9:38 a.m. ET Like many communities across Texas, Huntsville faces a mix of property crimes, drug-related offens

For years, the Pearland case sat in a dusty evidence room—a triple homicide so brutal and puzzling that veteran detectives still referred to it simply as "the house." Police officers secure the crime scene outside of the Pearland-area residence. By Alexa Bickerwood Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA June 26, 2026 Updated 1:43 a.m. ET On the morning of September 14, 2017, Pearland police officers responded to a welfare check at a modest two-story home near the city's weste

For years, the murky waterways winding through Houston have fueled whispers of something far darker than tragic accidents. Bodies continue to surface in Buffalo Bayou, Greens Bayou, White Oak Bayou, and the maze of drainage canals cutting through the nation’s fourth-largest city. Since 2017, nearly 200 bodies have reportedly been recovered from Houston-area waterways, according to local reporting and records reviewed by investigators. Crime scene investigators process a bod

HUNTSVILLE, Texas — In an era dominated by chain restaurants and fast-food convenience, local businesses remain the heart of many small communities. In Huntsville, one business that has earned a loyal following over the years is Farmhouse Café, a family-owned restaurant known for its home-style cooking, friendly service, and commitment to the local community. By Christopher Todd Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA June 22, 2026 Updated 6:10 a.m. ET Located near downto