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.

Michigan Wolverines, coached by Jim Harbaugh, win the College Football Playoff National Championship with a 34-13 victory over the Washington Huskies, capping a perfect 15-0 season.

The Houston Texans won the AFC South and face the Cleveland Browns in the playoffs. Despite an earlier loss to the Browns, the Texans have playoff hopes, especially with quarterback C.J. Stroud's return.

Former Texas A&M coach Jimbo Fisher's buyout is confirmed at around $77 million following his departure from the team, setting a record in college football.

Houston set up a Joint Information Center to manage communications for the College Football Playoff National Championship, focusing on coordinated operations for the event's security.

The Houston Texans lost to the Cleveland Browns 36-22, struggling offensively without injured rookie C.J. Stroud, as backup QB Case Keenum faced interceptions and setbacks.