HUNTSVILLE, Texas — Huntsville has experienced steady growth in recent years, with new housing developments, expanding retail options, and proposals for major entertainment attractions. As the city continues to evolve, some residents are beginning to ask another question: Is it time for Huntsville to invest in a dedicated community performing arts theater? Orion Amphitheater & Apollo Park in Huntsville, Texas. By Brent Cassity Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA July 20, 20

True crime has become one of the most popular genres in podcasting and streaming, and researchers have long noticed a striking pattern in its audience: women make up the overwhelming majority of listeners and viewers. Psychologists have spent the past decade trying to understand why. Woman listening to a true crime podcast while traveling by bus. By Jim Keegan Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA July 21, 2026 Updated 7:43 a.m. ET One leading theory centers on fear managemen

HUNTSVILLE, Texas — Disc golf enthusiasts and outdoor recreation fans have a new destination to enjoy following the official opening of Huntsville's new 18-hole disc golf course at Eastham-Thomason Park. City officials celebrated the addition with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 18, marking another milestone in Huntsville's continued investment in parks and recreational amenities. 18-hole disc golf course in Huntsville, Texas. By Brent Cassity Reporting from Huntsville, Tex

DEL RIO, Texas — A broad-daylight stabbing that claimed the life of a 32-year-old mother of five has drawn national attention after three young women were arrested and charged with murder. Authorities allege the attack was captured on surveillance video and occurred on a busy Del Rio street, raising questions about what led to the deadly confrontation. Booking phots of suspects in the murder of Texas mom. By James Lawson Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA June 26, 2026 Upd

HUNTSVILLE, Texas — A homicide investigation that began with a shooting in Huntsville has become one of the city's most closely watched criminal cases in recent months, drawing attention from residents and law enforcement officials alike. Man indicted for capital murder in Huntsville, Texas. By Brent Cassity Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA July 19, 2026 Updated 3:40 a.m. ET Earlier this year, Huntsville Police Department detectives arrested a suspect in connection with

HUNTSVILLE, Texas — As preparations begin for the upcoming fall semester, Sam Houston State University remains one of the most important economic engines in Huntsville and Walker County. The university's influence extends far beyond the classroom, supporting local businesses, housing, restaurants, and community events throughout the year. Sam Houston State University administration building in Huntsville, Texas. By Jessica Harrison Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA July 1

Tensions between the United States and Iran have reached their highest level in months as both nations continue to exchange military strikes across the Middle East, raising fears that the conflict could spiral into a broader regional war. By Christopher Todd Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA July 15, 2026 Updated 4:03 a.m. ET The latest escalation began after the United States launched a new round of airstrikes against Iranian military targets. According to U.S. officials

The unusual ammunition allegedly used in the assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk has emerged as one of the most closely watched pieces of evidence in the case against Tyler Robinson, with prosecutors arguing that the customized rounds help establish planning, intent, and identity. Ammunition Evidence in the Tyler Robinson pulmonary hearing. By David Johnston Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA July 13, 2026 Updated 1:43 a.m. ET During recent court proceed

The story of Greg Kelley has become one of the most widely discussed wrongful conviction cases in Texas history, raising serious questions about criminal investigations, due process, and the consequences of a flawed prosecution. Although the case originated in Williamson County near Austin, it continues to be cited by criminal justice advocates across Texas as an example of how the legal system can fail innocent defendants. Greg Kelly following his exoneration. By Jessica Har

The weeklong preliminary hearing in the Tyler Robinson case has provided the public with its most detailed look yet at the evidence prosecutors intend to present if the accused killer of Charlie Kirk stands trial. While the hearing was not intended to determine guilt or innocence, it revealed a body of evidence that appears far more extensive than many observers anticipated and has created significant challenges for several alternative theories that have circulated online. Ty

HUNTSVILLE, Texas — Courts in Huntsville and Walker County are preparing for a busy July as judges, attorneys, prosecutors, and defendants return to courtrooms for a series of criminal hearings, motions, pretrial conferences, and jury proceedings. Walker County Courthouse, Huntsville, Texas By Jessica Harrison Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA July 10, 2026 Updated 6:40 a.m. ET According to court schedules published by the City of Huntsville and Walker County, multiple co

HUNTSVILLE, Texas — The Huntsville Hornets football program reached a historic milestone this summer by earning its first-ever trip to the Texas State 7-on-7 Tournament, a significant achievement that has generated excitement among players, coaches, and fans throughout the community. Huntsville Hornets football team By David Johnston Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA July 10, 2026 Updated 5:59 a.m. ET While the Hornets were unable to advance to the championship rounds, si

WALKER COUNTY, Texas — A Walker County horse owner is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person responsible for the shooting death of a horse named Socks, a case that has sparked outrage among local residents and animal lovers across the region. Horses in Huntsville, Texas. By Christopher Todd Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA July 10, 2026 Updated 6:49 a.m. ET According to reports, Socks was found dead after being shot o

BEIJING — China has taken a major step forward in the global space race, successfully recovering and landing a reusable rocket booster for the first time, a milestone that could significantly reduce launch costs and accelerate the country's ambitious space exploration plans. China's first reusable 10B rocket lands successfully. By Jim Keegan Reporting from Huntsville, Texas, USA July 10, 2026 Updated 9:23 a.m. ET The achievement came on July 10 when China's Long March 10B roc

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 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

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