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April 01, 2026

CORRECTED: Man charged in Texas Killing Fields sought out victim's father before arrest

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Galveston County District Attorney Kenneth Cusick, center, flanked by law enforcement officers from across the county and Assistant District Attorney Kate Willis, right, the violence against women chief, talks Wednesday, April 1, 2026, about the grand jury indictment against James Dolphs Elmore Jr. for manslaughter and two charges of tampering with evidence in connection with the deaths of Laura Miller and Audrey Cook.

Man charged in Texas Killing Fields murders sought out victim's father, Tim Miller, years before arrest

James Dolphs Elmore reached out to Tim Miller, Texas Equusearch founder and Laura Miller's father, four years ago and wanted to talk about the case. Miller said Elmore provided information about the dead women that wasn't public knowledge.

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A memorial cross is displayed beside Texas 39, with Camp Mystic cabins visible across the Guadalupe River in Hunt, Texas, on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025.

Photo by: Sam Owens, San Antonio Express-News

Camp Mystic files application for state license to reopen this summer

However, the state health agency said it has received complaints about the camp, which will be "investigated for violations of the laws and rules governing youth camps."

Menudo was stolen from Tacos Dona Lena early Saturday as seen on the surveillance footage.  

Photo by: Courtesy Of Tacos Dona Lena.

The most bizarre things stolen from Houston restaurants.

Menudo was stolen from Tacos Doña Lena over the weekend. Here are six other wacky things stolen from Houston restaurants.

Airline passengers make their way through the security lines, next to a closed screening area, in Terminal C at George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, Sunday, March 29, 2026.

Photo by: Brett Coomer, Houston Chronicle

TSA PreCheck reopens at Houston's Bush Airport, officials say

Officials with Bush Airport made the announcement Wednesday, while reassuring travelers "that's no April Fool's joke!"

8th Wonder brewery east of downtown Houston. 

Photo by: Mark Mulligan, Staff Photographer

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Lights from a police car are pictured in this file photo.

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Former Children's Museum of Houston employee accused of soliciting minor

Anthony Salinas, who worked as the museum's director of media production, was among seven arrested for allegedly soliciting a minor.


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Food

Pancit at Be More Pacific taken on Sept. 8, 2022.

Photo by: Bao Ong

Be More Pacific closes in the Heights after years of Filipino fare and karaoke

The business appeared on an episode of "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" in 2021. Read More

Explore the Houston Chronicle's Top 100 restaurants of 2025.

Photo by: Alexandra Kanik

Easter plans with the family? Take them somewhere unforgettable from our Top 100 Restaurants list.

Make Easter with the family extra special by treating them to a memorable meal at one of the city's best restaurants. Find the perfect spot to celebrate together on our Top 100 Restaurants guide. Read More

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Politics

Cadet Travis Ray emerges from a smoke-filled structure as they participate in live fire training drill at the Houston Fire Department Val Jahnke Training Facility in Houston, Thursday, May 29, 2025.

Photo by: Brett Coomer, Houston Chronicle

Houston must pay firefighters $10M to $12M after losing union arbitration

An arbitrator sided with the firefighters union Feb. 27, requiring the city to pay all firefighters additional 3% raises dating back to Sept. 1. Read More

Greg Abbott signals support for Trump's national voter list

The move by Trump drew immediate pushback from Democrats and election experts, who claim it is unconstitutional. Read More

Will this officer who was nearly killed by a school shooter see his benefits?

Despite being recognized as a hero for taking on the Santa Fe High School shooter, former district police officer John Barnes is still waiting for disability benefits for the injuries he suffered. Read More

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Opinion

Jasmine Ellis poses for a portrait in Spring, Monday, March 30, 2026. Ellis, a University of Texas graduate who has worked in media ad services since 2014, talks about her journey after she was laid off last June.

Photo by: Brett Coomer, Houston Chronicle

Sewing: The American job market is broken, and Black women are paying the price

Black women are often the first to experience unemployment, and remain unemployed longer than other workers, writes columnist Joy Sewing. 

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Sports

Houston Astros Jeremy Peña (3) hits a single during the first inning of a MLB baseball game at Daikin Park, Friday, March 27, 2026, in Houston.

Photo by: Jason Fochtman, Houston Chronicle

Why Jeremey Peña is out of the lineup again

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The Houston Rockets' Kevin Durant and Texas Longhorns' Madison Booker are partnered through Nike but also have developed a friendship around basketball as two players with similar games and experiences at the University of Texas.

Photo by: Getty Images

'Like a sister': Rockets' Kevin Durant, Texas' Madison Booker share a bond

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Houston Chronicle's High School Athlete of the Week. 

Photo by: Houston Chronicle Staff

Vote for girl's athlete of the week.

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Houston Chronicle's High School Athlete of the Week. 

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Vote Now: Who is the top boys athlete in Houston this week?

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