President Trump used tariffs and now Venezuelan oil to drive down oil prices and keep pump prices low. For Texas, low oil prices brought layoffs and idle rigs.

Houston will open all 12 of its warming center as the region prepares for an arctic blast heading into the weekend.

While the GOP will still hold 218 seats in the House to the Democrats' 214, it means they can’t afford to lose even two of their members on a big vote. That is big trouble for Speaker ...

Houston and Southeast Texas are all but certain to get rained on Saturday, so the only mystery is: When will the rain turn ...

The Rockets ’ three-game win streak ended in a 128-122 overtime loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday at Xfinity Mobile ...

Family-owned and smaller hardware chains are preparing along with the rest of the region by stocking up on supplies to ...

Texas-born teacher and activist Opal Lee is the latest to be featured in Mattel’s Barbie Inspiring Women collection.

While talking taxes, Mayor Whitmire said, "At some point in my administration, I'm going to say, 'I've done everything I can.

Models show the arctic cold front is trending slower than previously expected, which could have a big effect on how much snow ...

Officials say short-term fosters are critical to keeping pets safe and warm while preventing overcrowding at the facility during extreme weather. Even temporary placements can make a life-saving ...

A University of Texas at Austin graduate, Joseph joined the Houston Chronicle as part of an internship through the Sports ...

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has dissolved the lower house of Parliament, paving the way for a Feb. 8 snap election.