2026's first authoritative hurricane season forecast is out

Plus: Renu Khator's best day ever in Houston

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2026's first authoritative hurricane season forecast is out. Here's what it means for Texas.

The widely trusted hurricane season outlook predicts how many named storms could make landfall and how El Nino could impact hurricane season this season. 

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Photo by: Jason Fochtman, Staff Photographer Splendora student allegedly assaults teacher, prompting secure hold at school Splendora ISD Police Department is still investigating the incident and keeping hallways clear.

 

Photo by: Claire Partain Opinion: The Art Car Parade. An HISD-protest car. And a freakout over political speech. Last year, parade organizers gave a trophy to a car protesting Texas' state takeover of Houston Independent School District. This year they're changing the rules, writes op-ed editor Lisa Gray.

 

Photo by: Ryan Sun, AP For this renowned Houston lawyer, beating Meta and Google was a family affair After winning a $6 million verdict against the social media giants in March, trial lawyer Mark Lanier says it’s not about money: "We want to change the world."

 

Photo by: Chris Rankel / Graphic Designer How to have the best day ever in Houston, according to Dr. Renu Khator Khator shares her best day ever in Houston, which includes a walk under the oaks, crab samosas and a Cougars game.

 

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Food

Photo by: Susana De Carlo Are those food photos real? AI images pop up in Houston restaurant posts. Small restaurants, in particular, are experimenting with AI photos and videos. But some customers aren't sold. Read More   Photo by: Courtesy Of Tacos Dona Lena. From menudo to turtles: Bizarre things stolen from Houston restaurants Menudo was recently stolen from Tacos Doña Lena. Here are other wacky things stolen from Houston restaurants. Read More

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Politics

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These Texas counties had the highest population growth in 2025

Texas led the nation in population growth last year largely due to gains in the state's suburban counties, according to population estimates released last month by the U.S. Census Bureau.  Read More

 

District C candidates spar over voting records: 'Can we trust anything he says?'

The race for Houston City Council's District C runoff election is heating up as candidate Nick Hellyar questions his opponent Joe Panzarella's voting record. Read More

 

Ex-Midtown official pleads guilty, admits stealing funds for affordable housing

Former Midtown development zone official Todd Edwards pleaded guilty Wednesday to charges of theft and money laundering, admitting he misused public funds meant for affordable housing in Third Ward. Read More

 

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Opinion

Photo by: Steve Gonzales, Staff Photographer Former drug dealer says new THC regulations may force him back underground Texas’s new rules around hemp-derived THC has at least one former dealer reconsidering his decision to go legit, writes columnist Chris Tomlinson. Read More

 

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• Vic Fertitta, Galveston tourism pillar and father of Tilman Fertitta, dies at 90
• HISD senior deported to Honduras after nearly 4 months in ICE detention
• Confessions restaurant owner responds after shooting leaves 2 injured in Houston
• Houston's Second Baptist trial date changed after court orders mediation
• Vonlane is adding bus service between The Woodlands and Austin
• Here are 4 lakes being stocked with catfish for local anglers
• 'You, Me & Tuscany,' 'Outcome,' 'Beast,' 'Exit 8' are the top films opening

 

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Sports

Photo by: Jack Gorman, Getty Images Texans mock draft 4.0: A stout D-lineman, a mean guard and a couple playmakers Read More   Photo by: Courtesy Photo, Toyota Center What does Toyota Center renovation mean for NHL's possible future in Houston? Read More

Photo by: Jason Fochtman, Houston Chronicle Julian Sanchez’s state semifinal performance earns Boys Athlete of the Week nod Read More   Photo by: Jason Fochtman, Houston Chronicle Baylee Lopez named Girls Athlete of the Week after a 5 RBI performance Read More

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Chris Shelton, Audience producer chris.shelton@houstonchronicle.com

 

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