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Your neighborhood is now part of my beat — and it’s probably already on your phone

I’m excited to announce I have a new way to bring you the news that matters most, and you probably already have access to it.

I’ve been chosen to be part of Nextdoor’s pilot program for local journalists, which gives me a verified account to post directly to neighborhoods across Fort Bend and Katy.

The biggest shift is how targeted it can be. If something’s happening in your neighborhood — a rezoning plan, a new development, rising property values — I can go straight to the people it affects and get a clearer picture, faster. I’ll still be doing my usual reporting here, but Nextdoor is where I’ll connecting even more directly with readers.

Plus you can enjoy photos of my dogs, and we all need more pet photos in our lives. (Much as I love this newsletter, you'll never see my cat in it.)

If you’re on there, come find me and give me a follow — the more people in the mix, the better the coverage.

Let’s connect here and get to know each other better.

Claire Goodman, Katy reporter

claire.goodman@houstonchronicle.com

Your Schools

Voters make their way into the polling place at Lone Star College Victory Campus in Houston, Tuesday, March 3, 2026.

Photo by: Brett Coomer, Houston Chronicle

Meet the school board candidates for Katy ISD and other area districts

Residents in the boundary zones of Katy ISD will elect school board trustees this May.

Challenge your property tax appraisal with TX Tax

For many first-time homebuyers, navigating Texas property tax season can be daunting — but it doesn’t have to be. TX Tax makes it easier to understand your appraisal, compare nearby homes and build your own protest with trusted local data.

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Your Government

Daniel Wong announces his candidacy for Fort Bend County Judge at the Fort Bend County Justice Center on June 14, 2025 in Richmond.

Outrage erupts in Fort Bend following controversial county judge appointment

Residents packed into Fort Bend County Commissioners Court on to criticize the appointment of Daniel Wong to county judge.

What Else is Happening

People bike along a path in Sunterra, a community of 7,000 homes in the Katy area, Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

How Waller County became the second-fastest growing county in America

New data shows rapid population growth in Waller County. Here's what's fueling the interest in the rural community near Houston.

Town Square

Have you always wanted to learn more about fishing? Friends of Willow Fork Park will be hosting Angler Education Training on Saturday, May 30, 2026 from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Learn more here.

Stay in the Know

Two Katy ISD robotics teams from Cinco Ranch High School and Freeman High School have qualified for the FIRST Robotics Competition World Championship following a strong showing at the FIRST in Texas District Championship and UIL State Championship. Congratulations!

Last Thoughts

Today is the last day to register to vote in Texas’ May 26 runoff. Check out our comprehensive guide to the local and statewide races you'll see on the ballot.

Events at the Chronicle

Houston Chronicle and Chron.com readers are invited to a virtual event on April 30 at noon CST featuring local appraisal leaders and Chronicle journalists discussing 2025 property trends, tax-saving exemptions, and the protest process.