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Map view of at-risk oil wells near disposal sites in Forsan, Texas.

'Zombie' wells are springing to life across Texas. Search our map of hot spots.

Texas has 500 potential 'zombie' wells left behind by bankrupt operators. This map shows where they are most likely to pollute.

Food

Sonia Garcia took engagement photos at Andiron, months before it closed. It lives on through her photos.

Photo by: Jason Smelser

Houston restaurants become part of our love stories and live on long after they close

In a food city like Houston, restaurants, coffee shops and bars often witness first dates. These places become part of our love stories. Read More

Photo by: Sonia Garcia/Houston Chronicle

The best bakeries in Houston

Our food team criss-crossed the metro area in search of the best bakeries in Houston, evaluating conchas, croissants and cookies, egg custard tarts, cupcakes, carrot cakes and cinnamon rolls. Read More

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Politics

Levi Fuller, shown far right, during a July 2024 hearing on Attorney General Ken Paxton's legal actions against Catholic Charities.

Photo by: Valerie Gonzalez, Associated Press

TEA's new teacher watchdog promises fairness as critics question political bent

In an interview, the agency's new inspector general declined to weigh in on recent cases like those involving Charlie Kirk comments or ICE protests. Read More

Who is running for Texas' new 18th Congressional District? Meet the 5 candidates

From political newcomers to experienced lawmakers, see who is running to represent the new 18th Congressional District of Texas. Read More

Trump's decision not to endorse in races in Texas and Georgia could be costly

In Texas, Sen. John Cornyn has repeatedly asked Trump for his support to help him defeat his opponents. Read More

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Opinion

Cullen Boulevard on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025 at the University of Houston.

Photo by: Yi-Chin Lee, Staff Photographer

I teach at UH. I won't sign the pledge not to 'indoctrinate' students. | Opinion

I teach the history and thought of the European Enlightenment. These aren't Enlightenment values, writes UH professor Robert D. Zaretzky.

Sports

Seattle Mariners Josh Naylor (12) tries to mess with a throw by Houston Astros shortstop Mauricio Dubón (14) back to catcher Yainer Diaz after Dubón tried to fake Naylor out to step off the bag during the eighth inning of a MLB baseball game in Houston, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025.

Photo by: Jason Fochtman, Houston Chronicle

Astros look to regain AL West supremacy after division foes' offseason overhauls

Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant celebrates during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the San Antonio Spurs in Houston, Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Photo by: Ashley Landis, Associated Press

Kevin Durant, Hakeem Olajuwon sit down for in-depth basketball talk

Dak Prescott of the Dallas Cowboys fumbles the ball during a game against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium on January 4, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The New York Giants won 34-17.

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Who has more playoff wins than Cowboys in 2000s? Texans and nearly everyone else

Houston forward Kalifa Sakho (14) and Lehigh forward Hank Alvey (35) fight for a rebound during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game at Fertitta Center in Houston, Monday, Nov. 3, 2025.

Photo by: Brett Coomer, Houston Chronicle

UH's Kalifa Sakho getting up to speed after transition to Cougars' standard

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EVENT: Sid Miller and primary challenger Nathan Sheets in Ag Commissioner race

Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller and challenger Nathan Sheets will join senior political reporter Jeremy Wallace for a private Zoom on Thursday, Feb. 12, to take viewer questions on agricultural production, consumer protection and economic development ahead of the Texas primary election.