Man charged with mailing hundreds of letters containing powder to officials ahead of election
Federal authorities charged an Oklahoma man with sending hundreds of letters containing nonhazardous white powder to public officials.
More from The Piney Point
View all news →
News
Missing Utah teen found in Oregon after 500 days: FBI
A missing 17-year-old who went missing in Utah in 2025 was found in Oregon on Sunday.
safety
Third gunshot victim comes forward as suspect in Matagorda County Halloween party shooting arrested
The suspect in a shooting at a Halloween party in Matagorda County Sunday morning has been arrested. The Matagorda County Sheriff’s Office says Allen I. Dunlap was taken into custody at a home in El Campo at around 8:19 p.m. Monday. He is currently in the Matagorda County Jail, c...
News
What to know about rhabdomyolysis after death of 24-year-old NYC Marathon runner Rachel Apa
A 24-year-old woman has died after participating in the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon on Sunday.
News
New York state reports 1st measles-associated death in over 30 years
A child died in Lewis County associated with the ongoing measles outbreak, health officials said.
Local
Man shot and killed during home invasion in northwest Harris County, Pct. 4 says
According to preliminary reports, a resident reportedly encountered an unknown individual on his property, and a shooting took place.
government
Election Day voters will be dodging storms across Houston this afternoon
Election Day cold front: We’re watching for stormy weather on Election Day. Today, a cold front will bring a threat of showers and some strong thunderstorms through the afternoon and early evening hours. BEST TIME TO VOTE: How do you avoid storms for Election Day in Houston? Righ...
government
Houston weather: When is the best time to vote on Election Day to avoid rain, storms
Rain chances will be on the rise Election Day as our next cold front moves into the area. But the big question is when should you get out to the polls to avoid the rain? TIMELINE: An Election Day cold front brings storms for Houston. Here’s what to expect on Tuesday Afternoon: Sh...
government
Texas election 2026 live updates: Senate, governor races, Houston voting and results
Follow Texas midterm election 2026 live updates on Senate and governor races, Houston and Harris County voting, polling locations, election results and live coverage....
schools
New restrictions at Texas Tech are changing what professors can teach
The rules have led to changes in course materials, prompted accusations of censorship and fueled pushback from faculty and students, including faculty departures, student protests and a federal lawsuit....
government
Abbott vs. Hinojosa: What’s at stake in the Texas governor’s race
Texas voters will decide Tuesday whether to give Gov. Greg Abbott a fourth term or elect Democrat Gina Hinojosa. The candidates have different plans for public education, property taxes and making life more affordable....
safety
Highway 146 lanes over Port Road reopen after fiery multi-vehicle crash, Pct. 8 says
A fiery multi-vehicle crash has shut down all main lanes of Highway 146 over Port Road, the Harris County Precinct 8 Constable's Office said.
government
LIVE RADAR: Showers and storms moving through Southeast Texas
A cold front is moving into Southeast Texas this election day, bringing the chance for showers and thunderstorms along with it. Storms should be out of here by this evening. Right now, there are pop-up showers in Harris County. Other storms are located along the cold front just n...