Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens are building a grand mansion in Texas, sharing updates of the process, including challenges, on Instagram. Their home will feature high ceilings, open spaces, and a panoramic view.

Houston Texans owner Janice McNair won a court decision to avoid an independent medical exam amidst a legal dispute with her son over her ability to manage the team following her stroke.

Upcoming Texas state meets and NCAA championships spotlight the readiness of local Houston swimmers and the University of Houston diving team to compete at high levels.

Prospect Spencer Arrighetti is among Astros' non-roster invitees eyeing a major league spot with his powerful pitching, joining other promising talents at spring training.

A report anticipates $23.1 billion to be bet on the Super Bowl, a significant increase from last year, and warns of potential scams targeting bettors.

Coach Willie Fritz is implementing a new, local focus recruiting strategy at the University of Houston, aiming to improve the team by harnessing Texas talent.

Jose Altuve secures a $125 million extension with the Astros, keeping him in Houston until his age-39 season, and marking him as the first second baseman to hit a career $300 million earnings.

Houston has been chosen as a host city for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with seven matches scheduled at NRG Stadium, including five group games and two knockout rounds.

Sam Houston Race Park begins its 30th season, including traditional horse racing and quirky events featuring wiener dogs, corgis, camels, and ostriches, from January 5 to June 15.

Jack Burke Jr., a golf icon and Masters champion, passed away in Houston at the age of 100. He was known for his historic comeback at Augusta in 1956 and mentoring future golf talents.

Zouhair Talbi set a new record at the Chevron Houston Marathon, while Rahma Tusa Chota won the women's event, and Sutume Asefa Kebede broke the North American half marathon record.

The Houston Texans are set to play their next playoff game on January 20th, with the opponent to be decided based on an upcoming Steelers vs. Bills game.

Cris Dishman has been named the new head football coach at Texas Southern University, becoming their 18th head coach with an extensive coaching and NFL background.